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World Urban Forum opens in Baku as housing crisis and climate shocks intensify

Soaring housing costs, climate shocks and conflicts are leaving millions without adequate shelter – but what can be done? As...

As war displaces millions in DR Congo, new schools offer children hope beyond violence

Ten-year-old Shadrac Anyazaka does not hesitate when asked about his future. “After finishing my studies, I would like to become...

DIGITAL RIGHTS: ‘The Priority Should Be Holding Tech Companies Accountable, Not Banning Children from the Digital World’

CIVICUS discusses the rising trend of social media bans for children with Marie-Ève Nadeau, Head of International Affairs of the...

Building Resilient Food Systems in an Age of Disruption

UTTAR PRADESH, India, May 15 (IPS) - The latest shock to global food systems, triggered by conflict in the Middle...

The GEF, Leads Global Drive to Tackle Shipping Threat to Oceans

MAFIA ISLAND, Tanzania , May 14 (IPS) - Under the warm waters off Tanzania’s Mafia Island, marine scientist Asha Mgeni...