UK-based ticketing platform Skiddle has announced a new long-term charity partnership with national youth organisation OnSide Youth Zones, committing to raise at least £500,000 over the next four years to support young people across the United Kingdom. The initiative will help fund OnSide’s network of Youth Zones, purpose-built community spaces designed to provide safe and… [Read More]
European Countries Warn Israeli NGO Law Could Undermine Humanitarian Aid in Gaza and the West Bank
A group of 22 countries along with senior European officials have expressed concern over an Israeli court decision upholding a controversial NGO registration law, warning it could significantly restrict humanitarian operations in the occupied Palestinian territories. The statement, reported by Anadolu Agency, highlights growing alarm among international partners that the legislation may limit the ability… [Read More]
EU Approves $23 Million Military Assistance Package for Egypt’s Maritime Security
The European Union has approved a €20 million ($23 million) military assistance package for Egypt through the European Peace Facility (EPF). The funding is intended to strengthen Egypt’s defense capabilities, improve national security, protect civilians, and support regional stability. A significant portion of the assistance will focus on enhancing maritime security operations in both the… [Read More]
Why the Men’s World Cup 2026 is Being Framed as a Gender Equality Opportunity
The Men’s World Cup 2026, one of the most widely watched global sporting events in history, is being positioned as a major opportunity to advance gender equality in sport and society. In a media advisory, UN Women highlights how the tournament’s global reach could be leveraged to challenge long-standing inequalities in football and beyond. The… [Read More]
Egypt Expands Maritime Security Efforts as EU Approves $23 Million Defense Funding
The European Union has approved a €20 million ($23 million) military assistance package for Egypt through the European Peace Facility (EPF) to strengthen the country’s security and defense capabilities. The funding is intended to enhance Egypt’s ability to protect civilians, maintain national stability, and improve maritime security operations in the Mediterranean Sea and the Red… [Read More]
Brussels Exhibition Highlights the Many Facets of Womanhood Across Eastern Europe and the Caucasus
A new exhibition in Brussels is shining a spotlight on the diverse experiences of women from Armenia, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine, offering visitors an intimate look at identity, resilience, and social change through documentary photography. The exhibition, titled “Many Faces of Womanhood,” is displayed at Mont des Arts and features a series of striking portraits… [Read More]
EU and UNDP Launch Support for 30 Green Businesses in Moldova
The European Union and the United Nations Development Programme have launched a new initiative in Moldova aimed at accelerating the growth of sustainable enterprises. Through a program funded by the EU, 30 green entrepreneurial initiatives will be selected to receive targeted support, equipment, and services designed to help them scale environmentally friendly business models. The… [Read More]
European Small Countries Commit to Strengthening Health Workforce Amid Rising Care Demands
Health ministers and senior representatives from small countries in the WHO European Region have agreed on urgent measures to strengthen and sustain their health and care workforce, adopting the Riga Outcome Statement at a high-level meeting held in Latvia. The agreement was reached during the 12th High-level Meeting of the WHO Small Countries Initiative, where… [Read More]
Ireland Projects Up to 19% Surge in Higher Education Demand by 2034
Ireland’s Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science has released new projections indicating that demand for higher education could increase by up to 19% by 2034, driven primarily by demographic growth and rising participation in postgraduate study. The report, “Projections of Demand for Higher Education 2025–2045,” forecasts that full-time student enrolments will… [Read More]
Somalia Launches $11.8 Million Climate Resilience Project to Strengthen Agriculture and Food Security
The Federal Government of Somalia, in partnership with the African Development Bank Group, the World Food Programme (WFP), and UNOPS, has launched an $11.8 million initiative aimed at strengthening climate resilience and improving food security for drought-affected communities. The three-year programme, titled “Activating Climate-Resilient Agricultural Livelihoods in Somalia” (ACALS), will support approximately 180,000 people across… [Read More]
Kiribati Trade Unions Strengthen Role in Shaping Decent Work and National Development
Trade union leaders in Kiribati have taken part in an International Labour Organization (ILO)-supported training programme aimed at strengthening workers’ representation and improving participation in national development and labour policy discussions. The programme brought together more than 25 union leaders from sectors including education, healthcare, banking, maritime transport, public utilities, government services, and migrant worker… [Read More]
ILO and Singapore Renew Partnership to Guide ASEAN Through Future of Work Challenges
The International Labour Organization (ILO) and Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower have renewed their partnership to support ASEAN countries in adapting to the evolving future of work, including challenges related to artificial intelligence, demographic change, and non-standard employment. The renewed agreement, titled the “Partnership Agreement for a Collaborative Programme on Labour and Decent Work,” was signed… [Read More]
Maryland Approves $43 Million in Community Solar Grants to Expand Clean Energy Access
Governor Wes Moore has announced $43 million in new funding for community solar projects across Maryland, aimed at expanding access to affordable clean energy and reducing electricity costs for low-income households. The funding covers 69 new grants under the state’s Community Solar program, which enables residents who cannot install rooftop solar panels—such as renters or… [Read More]
Rockefeller Foundation Mobilizes Over $450 Million to Strengthen U.S. Communities Through Big Bets for America Initiative
The Rockefeller Foundation has announced that more than $450 million in public, private, and philanthropic commitments has been mobilized to support community development and economic opportunity across the United States through its “Big Bets for America” initiative. The announcement was made during the third convening of the program held in Cleveland, where over $350 million… [Read More]
Ford Foundation Awards $4.8 Million to Support Social Justice Documentary Films
The Ford Foundation has announced an estimated $4.8 million in funding through its JustFilms program to support documentary filmmakers and organizations addressing critical social justice issues around the world. The investment will fund 48 documentary projects and initiatives that use storytelling to promote awareness, dialogue, and social change. The announcement comes as JustFilms celebrates its… [Read More]
Global Banks Increase Fossil Fuel Financing to $906 Billion Amid Energy Security Concerns
The world’s 65 largest banks increased their financing of fossil fuel companies to $906 billion in 2025, marking an 8% rise from the previous year, according to the latest Banking on Climate Chaos report. The increase highlights the continued importance of oil, natural gas, and coal in meeting global energy demand despite ongoing climate commitments…. [Read More]
Impetus Invests £100,000 in Coach Core Foundation to Expand Youth Apprenticeship Opportunities
Impetus has announced a £100,000 investment in Coach Core Foundation through its Skills Fund, marking the organization’s newest partnership aimed at improving employment opportunities for disadvantaged young people across the UK. Coach Core Foundation specializes in inclusive sports coaching apprenticeships designed for young people who face barriers to education, employment, and training. The program connects… [Read More]
Akron Community Foundation Awards Over $6 Million in Grants to Support Arts and Culture Programs
Akron Community Foundation has announced more than $6.2 million in quarterly grants, including $671,500 dedicated to arts and culture initiatives across Summit County. The funding will support 57 organizations focused on expanding access to arts, education, music, dance, theater, and community engagement programs. The grants are part of the foundation’s ongoing commitment to strengthening the… [Read More]
Bucketlistt Raises ₹1.07 Crore Pre-Seed Funding to Transform India’s Experiences Market
Bucketlistt, a curated experiences marketplace focused on adventure, cultural, and spiritual tourism, has secured ₹1.07 crore in a pre-seed funding round. The startup was valued at ₹10.07 crore post-money and received backing from angel investors including Arvind Choudhar, Aenik Shah, Kartik Khatri, and Yash Mehta. Founded by Shubham Makhecha, Nitant Desai, and Divyam Shah, Bucketlistt… [Read More]
Nigeria Pays Over $514 Million in Contractor Debt to Restore Business Confidence
Nigeria’s federal government has disbursed approximately 700 billion naira ($514.2 million) to settle outstanding obligations owed to more than 1,240 local contractors across various ministries, departments, and agencies. According to the Ministry of Finance, about 436.6 billion naira of the total amount was paid in May 2026. The initiative is intended to ease financial pressures… [Read More]
Ireland Review Highlights Strong Social Benefits of Government-Funded Parent and Toddler Groups
Minister for Children, Disability and Equality Norma Foley has welcomed the publication of a new review highlighting the benefits of Government funding for parent and toddler groups. The Parent and Toddler Group grants support weekly meet-ups for hundreds of parents, guardians, grandparents, childminders and young children across Ireland. In 2024, almost 400 parent and toddler… [Read More]
Qatar Foundation and DAAM Sign Funding Agreement to Support Rasekh
Qatar Foundation and DAAM have signed a funding agreement to support the Rasekh initiative, a program designed to strengthen Arabic language, cultural identity, and values within international education while maintaining global academic standards. The agreement was announced during the Rasekh Strategic Forum in Doha, where the Rasekh Framework and Accreditation System were launched and the… [Read More]
Perimeter Receives INOVAIT Funding to Advance AI-Powered Breast Cancer Surgery Technology
Canadian medical technology company Perimeter Medical Imaging AI, Inc. has been selected to receive funding from the INOVAIT Pilot Fund to enhance the artificial intelligence capabilities of its flagship Claire™ imaging platform, a system designed to assist surgeons during breast cancer procedures. The project was one of only ten selected in the latest funding round… [Read More]
























