The Rockefeller Foundation has published its Zero Gap Fund: 2024 State of the Portfolio report, showcasing the role of catalytic capital in tackling global challenges. As of December 2024, the Zero Gap Fund (ZGF) had mobilized over $1.05 billion in private capital through 12 high-impact investments. By January 2025, the fund had fully committed its… [Read More]
France unveils $4.3m fund to tackle online GBV in Africa
France has announced a $4.3 million grant to address technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) against women across Africa and the Middle East. The funding, provided through the Agence Française de Développement (AFD), is aimed at supporting feminist civil society organisations (CSOs) in combating digital forms of violence, including cyberstalking and image-based abuse. This initiative is part… [Read More]
Child Poverty Surge in Spain Leaves One-Third of Children Without Summer Breaks
Approximately 2.8 million children in Spain—around one in three—come from families that cannot afford a summer vacation. This situation reflects Spain’s position as the EU country with the highest child poverty rate. According to Save the Children, one in three Spanish households with children faces financial barriers that prevent them from accessing summer holiday experiences,… [Read More]
WHO Certifies Timor-Leste as Malaria-Free Nation
The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially certified Timor-Leste as malaria-free, marking a significant public health milestone for the nation. This recognition places Timor-Leste among 47 countries and one territory globally that have achieved malaria-free status. It is also the third country in the WHO South-East Asia Region to receive this certification, following the Maldives… [Read More]
IDB Supports Major Water and Sanitation Improvements in Guyana
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has approved a US$30 million Conditional Credit Line for Investment Projects (CCLIP) to support Guyana in improving its water and sanitation infrastructure. The initiative aims to strengthen the resilience, quality, and sustainability of drinking water and sewerage services provided by the national utility, Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI). The program is… [Read More]
£150 Million Nuffield Foundation Funding to Tackle Major UK Social Issues
The Nuffield Foundation has launched a new Strategic Review supported by a £150 million funding commitment aimed at addressing the UK’s most pressing social and economic challenges. Over the next five years, it will invest £30 million annually to generate evidence and shape solutions to complex societal issues that are hindering the country’s long-term wellbeing… [Read More]
EU Commits €1.5 Million to Support IDPs and Nutrition Crisis Response in Nigeria’s North-East and North-West
In response to the recent conflict in Benue State, Nigeria, the European Union (EU) has committed €1.5 million to support affected populations. This funding includes €500,000 from the EU Humanitarian Office (ECHO) for rapid response and €1 million repurposed from the EU-funded SIDPIN project for long-term solutions. Key international agencies involved in implementing the response… [Read More]
European Union Allocates €150K for Honduras Flood Response Efforts
In response to the recent floods in Honduras, the European Union (EU) has allocated €150,000 (approximately 4.59 million lempiras) in humanitarian aid to support the most affected populations. The funding targets around 5,000 people in the department of Ocotepeque, one of the hardest-hit areas by the June floods. The floods and landslides in Ocotepeque caused… [Read More]
Rebuilding Lebanon’s Health Sector Amid Crisis: Global Partnerships in Action
Lebanon’s ongoing political, economic, and social crises have highlighted the urgent need for robust and sustainable healthcare solutions. In response, a high-level ceremony was held on July 23 at the Amel Primary Health Care Center (PHCC) in Bazourieh to launch the second phase of the SAQIRH project. Hosted by the Agence Française de Développement (AFD)… [Read More]
Inclusive Job Access in Kenya Boosted by ILO-Backed Online Employment Platform
Kenya has undertaken a significant modernization of the National Employment Authority Integrated Management System (NEAIMS), transforming it into an inclusive and accessible online portal for public employment services (PES). This overhaul aims to create a more efficient, user-friendly platform that meets the needs of all jobseekers, including vulnerable groups. Supported by the International Labour Organization… [Read More]
New Recognition for IUCN Med’s Leadership in Mediterranean Blue Economy
The IUCN Centre for Mediterranean Cooperation (IUCN Med) was honored with the 2025 Sustainability, Environment and Nature Award at the sixth edition of the Proa 2025 Awards held in Málaga. Organized by the Andalusian Maritime-Marine Cluster (CMMA), the awards recognize outstanding maritime and marine initiatives both in Andalusia and internationally. IUCN Med was awarded for… [Read More]
Mauritius Youth Lead Ocean Conservation Efforts at “Ocean” Film Screening
Over 200 youth and stakeholders gathered at Star Cinema Bagatelle in Mauritius for a screening of the documentary Ocean, narrated by Sir David Attenborough. Organized by IUCN Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office, Reef Conservation Mauritius, and Shoals Rodrigues under the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) initiative, the event aimed to raise awareness on marine… [Read More]
Ghana Launches Major Forest Restoration Initiative to Combat Climate Change and Boost Biodiversity
In 2024, Ghana advanced the implementation of the “Nature-based Climate Adaptation in the Guinean Forests of West Africa” (NbS) project, which is coordinated by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and national partners. The initiative focuses on strengthening forest ecosystem resilience and improving local livelihoods through intensified community support, training, and restoration monitoring…. [Read More]
$100 Billion Africa Investment Agenda Targets Women and Youth Empowerment
Since 2022, the Women and Youth Financial and Economic Inclusion (WYFEI 2030) Initiative has worked to create multi-stakeholder platforms advancing financial inclusion strategies specifically targeting African women and youth. As part of the African Women’s Decade on Financial and Economic Inclusion (2020–2030), the initiative aims to address longstanding systemic barriers to accessing capital and economic… [Read More]
New Canadian Investment Targets Economic Integration and Workforce Gaps
Canada has announced a significant investment of over $3.2 billion over three years to support newcomer integration and address labour market shortages. This funding will be distributed among more than 520 organizations outside Quebec. The initiative is part of the federal government’s broader plan to strengthen the economy by attracting global talent and filling critical… [Read More]
Morgan State University Reaches Historic $100M in Research Commitments
Morgan State University has achieved a historic milestone by surpassing $100 million in sponsored research funding for the first time, reaching $104.4 million in Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25). This represents an 18% increase from the $88.5 million secured in FY24. The achievement marks significant progress toward the university’s strategic goal of obtaining R1 (very high… [Read More]
Michigan to Gain 287 New Homes as EGLE Awards $4.2 Million in Brownfield Grants
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) has awarded a total of $4.2 million in Brownfield Redevelopment Grants to support six housing projects across the state. These initiatives will collectively add 287 new housing units while addressing environmental contamination at each site. In Pontiac, a $1 million grant will support the Auburn… [Read More]
Pontiac to Gain New Affordable Housing with EGLE Brownfield Redevelopment Grant
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) is providing a $1 million Brownfield Redevelopment Grant to support the construction of 54 new units of low-income housing in Pontiac. The project, known as Auburn Place, will be developed on a vacant site located at 454 Auburn Avenue. The site was previously occupied by… [Read More]
Michigan’s EGLE Funds Affordable Housing Redevelopment with New Grant
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) has awarded an $850,000 Brownfield Redevelopment Grant to support the construction of 46 units of affordable housing in Muskegon. The development will be located on a 0.97-acre site at 122 West Muskegon Avenue, which has been vacant since 2016. Historically, the property was used for… [Read More]
Ontario Invests $45 Million in Community Non-Profits to Strengthen Local Services
The Ontario government is investing over $45 million through the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) to support 140 non-profit organizations, Indigenous communities, and small municipalities across the province. The funding will help expand and improve programs and services that build stronger communities. The grants focus on promoting active lifestyles, fostering community engagement, supporting arts, culture and… [Read More]
$1.9 Million Federal Grant to Enhance Fremont’s Power Grid Resilience
The Fremont Department of Utilities (DU) has been awarded a $1,914,455 grant through the Nebraska Grid Resiliency Grant Program, which is funded by the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. The grant was awarded by the Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment to support efforts to strengthen the resilience of Fremont’s electric grid. In… [Read More]
New Canadian Initiatives Safeguard Public Health and the Environment
The Government of Canada is implementing new initiatives to protect human health and the environment, recognizing their interconnectedness and the importance of sustainable efforts for future generations. These actions are aligned with updates to the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA), and aim to ensure a clean and safe environment for all. Three major components… [Read More]
$6 Million Investment to Strengthen Manitoba’s Food Processing Sector Announced
The governments of Canada and Manitoba have announced a joint investment of over $6 million to modernize food processing facilities and expand food production capacity across Manitoba. This funding falls under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), a federal-provincial initiative aimed at enhancing the agricultural sector’s innovation and competitiveness. Nineteen food processors in Manitoba… [Read More]
