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]
WHO Strengthens Palliative Care Across the Eastern Mediterranean to Improve Quality of Life
The Seventy-second session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean marked a historic step forward for health systems in the Region, as Member States endorsed resolution EM/RC72/R.4 on palliative care. The decision represents a transformative commitment to support individuals living with life-limiting illnesses, chronic conditions, and frailty, ensuring that care extends beyond treatment… [Read More]
Putting People First: UNDP Promotes Justice Reform for Lasting Peace and Development
UNDP’s people-centred justice approach marks a fundamental shift in how justice and security systems are conceived and delivered. Rooted in people’s lived experiences, it emphasizes listening to communities, understanding barriers, and co-creating solutions that ensure trust, safety, fairness, and inclusion. This approach seeks to design justice systems that are not only accessible but also meaningful… [Read More]
Strengthening Immunization in the Eastern Mediterranean: Achievements and Next Steps
The first annual progress report on the Strategic Framework for the Implementation of Immunization Agenda 2030 (IA2030) in the Eastern Mediterranean Region reveals both achievements and persistent challenges in vaccine equity and disease prevention. The framework supports countries in maintaining progress, recovering from COVID-19 disruptions, and strengthening immunization systems to ensure equitable access, especially in… [Read More]
WHO Unveils Digital Learning Platform to Strengthen Informal Caregiving in Europe
WHO/Europe has launched a new online course to support millions of informal caregivers across Europe—those who provide care to family members, friends, or neighbours often without training, recognition, or professional support. The course aims to equip caregivers with the skills and knowledge needed to care for both others and themselves, addressing the emotional and physical… [Read More]
Managing a Major Cholera Outbreak in Ethiopia: One Year of Response and Lessons for the Future
South Sudan is battling its largest and longest cholera outbreak since gaining independence in 2011. Beginning in September 2024, the outbreak has persisted for over a year, pushing the country’s health system to its limits and yielding important lessons for managing future epidemics. Nearly 100,000 suspected cases and over 1,500 deaths have been reported across… [Read More]
WHO, Religious Leaders, and Health Authorities Collaborate to Improve WASH Standards in Faith Institutions
Over 60 participants, including representatives from the Amhara Public Health Institute, the Amhara Regional Health Bureau, religious leaders, the World Health Organization (WHO), and various partners, gathered for a two-day workshop to validate the “Minimum Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and Health Requirements for Religious Institutions in the Amhara Region.” The initiative represents a crucial… [Read More]
EU Backs Angola’s Historic HPV Vaccination Drive to Prevent Cervical Cancer
Angola has launched its first-ever national cervical cancer vaccination campaign, aiming to immunize over two million girls aged 9 to 12 against the human papillomavirus (HPV), the leading cause of cervical cancer. The campaign, which began this week, will run for ten days and reach girls through schools, health centers, and community outreach initiatives across… [Read More]
