The European Union (EU) has committed €10 million to UNICEF to support Afghan children on the move, particularly those returning from neighbouring countries. This funding marks the launch of Phase 3 of the Afghan Children on the Move initiative, bringing the EU’s total investment since 2018 to €38 million. The partnership aims to provide immediate… [Read More]
Severe Floods in Cape Verde Leave Thousands Devastated
On the night of 10-11 August 2025, Cape Verde experienced unprecedented devastation as extreme overnight rainfall, driven by Tropical Storm Erin, swept across the archipelago. Torrential rains transformed streets into torrents, triggered landslides, and severely damaged essential infrastructure. The sudden disaster claimed at least nine lives and affected approximately 119,000 people, prompting the government to… [Read More]
Empowering Women, Feeding Communities: Cameroon’s Agricultural Success Story
In the remote village of Kartoua, located in Cameroon’s Far North region, women are transforming food insecurity into community resilience through a locally led cereal bank. The initiative, driven by the Soubota Common Initiative Group (GIC), has empowered women to turn seasonal vulnerability into a sustainable strategy for survival and solidarity. The village, part of… [Read More]
South Africans Face HIV Medication Shortages Following U.S. Aid Cuts
The sudden announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump to cut foreign aid has left South Africa’s most vulnerable populations struggling to access HIV services. In Johannesburg, nonprofit clinics providing free HIV treatment were forced to close within 24 hours, affecting tens of thousands of people who relied on these services for life-saving medication. While some… [Read More]
Cambodia Prepares Next Generation of Skilled Workers for ASEAN Skills Competition
Cambodia’s next generation of construction professionals has gained international exposure and advanced technical skills ahead of the ASEAN Skills Competition, thanks to intensive training supported by the ILO/China Partnership Programme. Five trainees and students completed a two-week wall and floor tiling programme at China’s Zhejiang Construction Technician College (ZCTC) from 30 July to 9 August… [Read More]
Jobs and Livelihoods Key to Building Resilience in Africa
The International Labour Organization (ILO) and the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) called for stronger action on job creation, skills development, and local capacity building as essential strategies for strengthening resilience in Africa. Their appeal was made during a high-level side event at the ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9)… [Read More]
ILO Mission Strengthens Efforts to Eliminate Child Labour in Türkiye’s Black Sea Seasonal Agriculture
A high-level delegation from the International Labour Organization (ILO), in partnership with Türkiye’s Ministry of Labour and Social Security (MoLSS), provincial authorities, and private sector donors, conducted a three-day mission in Ordu and Samsun to advance efforts to eliminate child labour in seasonal agriculture. The mission focused on promoting sustainable solutions for children’s education and… [Read More]
ILO-China Partnership on Skills Development Boosts Emerging Industry Needs in Cambodia
A new milestone in Cambodia-China skills collaboration was achieved with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening Cambodia’s technical and vocational education and training (TVET) system to meet the evolving needs of emerging industries. Supported by the ILO/China Partnership Programme on Skills Development, the agreement was signed on 30 July 2025… [Read More]
TICAD9: IFAD and Japan Collaborate with Private Sector to End Poverty, Hunger, and Malnutrition
Mobilizing the private sector is crucial to ending hunger, malnutrition, and poverty in Africa, where more than one in five people go hungry, as emphasized by Shinjiro Koizumi, Japan’s Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF), and Alvaro Lario, President of the UN’s International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) at the Ninth Tokyo International Conference… [Read More]
Yawkey Foundation Awards $2 Million Grant to McLean’s New Child & Adolescent Campus Project
McLean Hospital has received a $2 million grant from the Yawkey Foundation to support the construction of a new state-of-the-art academic and residential campus for children and adolescents. This initiative, fully funded through donations, represents the most ambitious fundraising effort in McLean’s history. The campus is designed to provide comprehensive clinical, educational, and recreational facilities,… [Read More]
DHHS Receives $4.6 Million Grant to Support Community Re-Entry Programs for Adults and Youth
The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has received nearly $4.6 million in federal grant funding to support the State’s Community Re-Entry and Youth Re-Entry programs over the next four years. The funding will help ensure continuity of health care for incarcerated adults and committed youth eligible for Medicaid as they transition… [Read More]
Canada Reaffirms Support for a Just and Lasting Peace in Ukraine
Canada has reinforced its unwavering support for Ukraine as Prime Minister Mark Carney visited Kyiv on the 34th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence. Canada, the first Western country to recognize Ukraine’s sovereignty in 1991, has maintained consistent backing for the country as it faces Russia’s ongoing full-scale invasion. The visit underscored Canada’s commitment to defending democracy,… [Read More]
Save the Children Confirms Famine in Gaza as Children Starve in Plain Sight
Save the Children has confirmed that famine is now a reality in Gaza, marking the first official famine classification in the Middle East. The organization warned that at least 132,000 children under the age of five are at risk of dying from acute malnutrition. According to the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), more than… [Read More]
UK Pledges £1.33 Million Humanitarian Aid for Pakistan’s Monsoon Relief Efforts
The United Kingdom has announced £1.33 million in humanitarian aid to support Pakistan’s response to the severe impacts of the 2025 monsoon season. This assistance will reach more than 223,000 people across seven flood-affected districts in Punjab, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The funding is enabling a wide range of emergency and early recovery measures, including… [Read More]
WHO and WMO Release New Report to Protect Workers from Rising Heat Stress
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) have released a joint report and technical guidance addressing the rising global threat of workplace heat stress. The report underscores how climate change, by driving more frequent and severe heatwaves, is already affecting the health and productivity of workers, particularly those in agriculture, construction,… [Read More]
African Development Bank to Host Natural Resources Governance Training and Policy Dialogue in Mozambique
The African Development Bank Group will convene a four-day training programme and policy dialogue from August 26 to 29, 2025, at Lugar do Mar in Macaneta, Mozambique. The event will bring together government officials, private sector representatives, civil society organizations, women entrepreneurs, and local communities to strengthen natural resource governance in fragile and transitional African… [Read More]
Australia Urged to Champion Human Rights During Vietnam Visit
Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong is set to visit Vietnam this week, a trip that Human Rights Watch urges should prioritize the nation’s dire human rights record. While acknowledging Vietnam’s economic growth and strategic importance, the organization stresses that Australia must not overlook the country’s repressive nature. Key Takeaways Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong’s upcoming… [Read More]
Coventry Student’s £30,000 Scholarship Fuels Ambition to Tackle Global Poverty
A Coventry University student, Nikita Lal, has secured a prestigious £30,000 scholarship to study Global Financial Planning, with aspirations to combat global financial inequalities. The 18-year-old’s win came through a university competition funded by financial technology company Timeline, founded by Coventry graduate Abraham Okusanya. A Life-Changing Opportunity Nikita Lal, an 18-year-old, has been awarded a… [Read More]
Saudi Arabia Executes Juvenile Offender, Shattering Death Penalty Moratorium Promise
Saudi Arabia has executed Jalal Labbad, who was convicted of crimes allegedly committed when he was a minor, raising grave concerns about the kingdom’s commitment to halting the death penalty for juveniles. The execution, which took place on August 21, 2025, has been condemned by human rights organizations as a violation of international law and… [Read More]
India’s Poverty Reduction: A Global Game Changer
India has achieved a remarkable reduction in extreme poverty, with the number of people living below the international poverty line plummeting significantly over the past decade. This substantial decline, highlighted by recent World Bank data, positions India as a positive outlier in global poverty reduction efforts, even as international benchmarks for poverty measurement have been… [Read More]
Turkey’s Human Rights Plan Falls Short on Children’s Rights, Report Finds
A recent report by the Human Rights Association (İHD) has sharply criticized Turkey’s Human Rights Action Plan (İHEP), stating it falls significantly short of protecting children’s rights and international standards. Launched in March 2021 by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, the plan aimed to bolster the country’s human rights infrastructure but has been found to overlook… [Read More]
Women’s Economic Empowerment: A Game Changer in the Fight Against Poverty
When women gain economic independence, communities thrive. Globally, unlocking women’s full potential in the workforce could generate a staggering $7 trillion boost to the global economy. From the Ground Up: Alice’s Journey Alice, a mother of five, fled conflict in her home region and landed in a displacement settlement with nothing. She began by doing… [Read More]
US Embassy Clarifies: USAID Did Not Receive $21M for Voter Turnout in India
The US Embassy in India has clarified that USAID/India did not receive or provide any funding of $21 million for voter turnout initiatives in India from fiscal years 2014 to 2024, nor has it conducted any voter turnout-related activities in the country. This statement was shared with the Rajya Sabha in response to a query… [Read More]
