The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has introduced a comprehensive Roadmap for the Reform of the Disability Assessment System in Serbia to strengthen the protection and promotion of the rights of persons with disabilities. The strategic document sets the foundation for improving disability assessments, particularly the evaluation of work ability, aligning with the social model… [Read More]
How Conservative Policies Are Impacting Foreign Students Worldwide
Japan’s growing wave of political and social conservatism is sparking concern among academics, who fear it could undermine efforts to attract more foreign students. The rise of far-right parties like Sanseito, with its “Japanese First” slogan, and the leadership of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi — known for her conservative stance and tough policies on China… [Read More]
Luanda Hosts Landmark Summit to Unlock Trillion-Dollar African Infrastructure Funding
African leaders, global investors, and development partners will convene in Luanda, Angola, from October 28–31, 2025, for the third Summit on Financing for Infrastructure Development in Africa. Hosted under the High Patronage of Angolan President and African Union Chairperson H.E. João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, the event aims to transform the theme “Capital, Corridors, Trade: Investing… [Read More]
COP30 and Beyond: Unlocking the Potential of Forest Finance for Financial Institutions
Forests play a crucial role in combating climate change and biodiversity loss, yet the level of investment in their protection and restoration remains far below what is needed. Ahead of COP30 in Belém, financial institutions are being urged to recognize both the risks of inaction and the opportunities for investment. The United Nations Environment Programme… [Read More]
Bavarian Nordic Donates More Mpox Vaccines to Africa CDC to Strengthen Uganda’s Outbreak Response
As the world nears the tenth anniversary of the Paris Agreement at COP30, countries are preparing to submit new greenhouse gas reduction targets for 2035. These updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) are expected to reflect higher levels of ambition in tackling climate change. Many nations are also introducing National Transition Plans, outlining how they will… [Read More]
Africa CDC Secures Additional Mpox Vaccines from Bavarian Nordic to Strengthen Response
Africa CDC has received an additional 110,000 doses of mpox vaccines from Bavarian Nordic to strengthen the ongoing response to the mpox outbreak across Africa. The latest donation has been allocated to Uganda, one of the countries most affected in 2025, through the Mpox Access and Allocation Mechanism (AAM). Coordinated by Africa CDC in partnership… [Read More]
Legal Aid Fund Rebrands and Launches New Strategy to Expand Access to Justice
The Access to Justice Foundation (ATJF), a leading legal aid charity, has announced a major rebrand alongside the launch of a new grant-making strategy. The initiative comes after the Competition Appeal Tribunal awarded the charity £3.8 million in unclaimed settlement damages from the Gutmann v SW Trains case. The ATJF, which supports the delivery of… [Read More]
UNHCR Reports Mass Displacement as Violence Intensifies in El Fasher, Sudan
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has expressed deep concern over the worsening violence in El Fasher, the capital of Sudan’s North Darfur region, where brutal clashes have forced thousands of civilians to flee. Reports indicate that the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have entered the city, spreading fear among residents who have already endured more than… [Read More]
UK Government Revives £20 Million #iwill Fund to Support Youth Social Action
The National Lottery Community Fund has announced a new £20 million round of funding through the #iwill Fund, giving young people across England—especially those facing disadvantage, discrimination, or underrepresentation—an opportunity to drive positive change in their communities. The initiative aims to empower youth to take the lead on issues they care about most, from organizing… [Read More]
Over $9 million awarded to strengthen Australia’s health and medical research collaborations
The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) has announced a combined investment exceeding $9 million to advance collaborative health and medical research partnerships. Of this, $4 million is provided through NHMRC’s Partnership Project scheme, complemented by $5 million in co-investment from funding partners. Three lead investigators and their research teams will work closely with… [Read More]
More Than $370 Million Boost for Fundamental Research to Strengthen Australia’s Knowledge Base
The Australian Research Council (ARC) has announced over $370 million in funding for more than 520 new projects through the 2026 Discovery Projects scheme. This significant investment reinforces the ARC’s dedication to supporting bold ideas, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and long-term national benefit. ARC Chief Executive Officer Professor Ute Roessner emphasized that the selected projects reflect the… [Read More]
Australia invests over $22 million to boost national research partnerships
The Australian Research Council (ARC) has allocated more than $22 million under the 2025 Round 1 ARC Linkage Projects scheme to support over 40 new collaborative research projects. The funding aims to strengthen partnerships among Australia’s researchers, industry, government, and communities, addressing key national priorities and promoting innovative, real-world solutions. ARC Chief Executive Officer Professor… [Read More]
Donations to Women’s and Girls’ Causes Top 2% of U.S. Philanthropy, Report Finds
The Women’s Philanthropy Institute (WPI) at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy has released the 2025 Women & Girls Index (WGI), offering the most up-to-date analysis of charitable giving to women’s and girls’ organizations in the United States. Drawing on the latest IRS data from 2022 and 2023, the report reveals a historic… [Read More]
The Gates Foundation’s Influence: How Donor Funding Drives WHO’s Global Health Agenda
The World Health Organization’s (WHO) growing reliance on donor funding, particularly from the Gates Foundation, is influencing its priorities and shaping how its resources are allocated, according to a new study published in BMJ Global Health. The research found that much of the funding received must be used for specific health challenges favoured by donors,… [Read More]
Hurricane Melissa: UN Mobilizes Sea-Lift Mission to Reach Isolated Communities
Hurricane Melissa has intensified into an extremely dangerous storm, with wind speeds reaching 165 mph (270 km/h) and storm surges of up to 13 feet (3.9 metres) expected to batter the Caribbean island nation. The situation is rapidly deteriorating, with nearly a third of the island already facing widespread power outages. US forecasters have described… [Read More]
Global Climate Action Reaches New Era, but Urgent Acceleration Needed
The latest UN climate report presents an in-depth analysis of the most recent Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) submitted by countries, evaluating the progress made and the obstacles that persist. UN Climate Chief Simon Stiell highlighted that the findings reveal “some green shoots of good news,” showing clear steps toward achieving net zero emissions. If nations… [Read More]
Ontario Backs Flood Recovery Efforts in Madawaska Valley Township
The Ontario government has announced up to $159,000 in provincial disaster recovery funding for the Township of Madawaska Valley to help cover emergency response costs and critical infrastructure repairs following severe flooding in August 2024. The funding is being provided through the Municipal Disaster Recovery Assistance (MDRA) program, part of the province’s broader plan to… [Read More]
Gulf Visit Yields £6.4 Billion Boost for UK Trade and Investment
The United Kingdom has secured over £6.4 billion in two-way trade and investment deals with Saudi Arabia, following a landmark visit by Chancellor Rachel Reeves to the Gulf region. The announcement marks a major boost for British businesses and jobs, deepening economic ties between the two countries and supporting the UK’s growth ambitions. The package… [Read More]
Regulator Probes Charity Over Questionable Funding of Private Firm
The Charity Commission has opened a statutory inquiry into the Islamic Human Rights Commission Trust following ongoing concerns about its relationship with a non-charitable company. The regulator has been engaging with the charity since May 2025 after receiving complaints about its involvement in events and publications organized by the company, which reportedly receives funding from… [Read More]
Minister Dara Calleary approves nearly €500,000 for Gaeltacht youth development programme
The Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, announced the approval of funding amounting to €493,509 for Muintearas Teo to develop a youth services programme in the Gaeltacht in 2026. The funding represents a major step toward strengthening youth development initiatives in Irish-speaking regions and advancing the government’s commitment to… [Read More]
Weaving Health Through Learning: WHO Academy Relaunches Pacific Open Learning Health Net
The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced the revitalization of the Pacific Open Learning Health Net (POLHN), which will now operate as a dedicated learning space on the WHO Academy’s online platform. This strategic migration marks a major step in strengthening health workforce development and learning across Pacific island countries, providing health professionals in remote… [Read More]
Global collaboration launched to improve water, sanitation, and hygiene in health care settings
The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean, through its Centre for Environmental Health Action (CEHA), successfully concluded a regional training of trainers on the Water and Sanitation for Health Facility Improvement Tool (WASH-FIT). Organized in partnership with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) Middle East and… [Read More]
Pakistan’s Youth Lead the Way in Closing the Mental Health Gap
In Islamabad, young psychology students like Sejal and Hijab Fatima are working to break the silence and stigma surrounding mental health in Pakistan. They recently participated in awareness-raising sessions organized by the World Health Organization (WHO) in collaboration with universities, aimed at empowering youth and health workers to promote mental well-being. Both students emphasized that… [Read More]
