SEATTLE, Washington — Among tennis fans, Roger Federer is a legend. He also understands the importance of education. Research shows that “if all children in developing countries” learned to read and write, it could reduce poverty around the world by 12 percent. In Zimbabwe, South Africa, Malawi and Namibia, Roger Federer is considered a beam of hope for children’s education. Roger Federer’s Foundation provides educational opportunities for children. Roger Federer’s Foundation The Federer Foundation began in 2004 by partnering with associations that care about the education of children in the Southern region of Africa and Switzerland, Federer’s home country. Since its…
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SEATTLE, Washington — Taylor Swift is one of the world’s most famous pop artists. She has won 29 AMAs and 10 Grammys over the span of her 15-year career. Swift is one of the richest celebrities in the world with a net worth of around $360 million. In December of 2019, Taylor Swift also accepted Billboard’s Woman of the Decade Award. Along with her fame and success through music, the artist also takes part in several activities to help people around the world. Below are just some examples of Taylor Swift’s philanthropy. Benefit Concerts and Donations from Music Taylor Swift…
SEATTLE, Washington — Even before the COVID-19 Pandemic, or coronavirus, became a household name worldwide, an inability to pay medical costs has long been a concern. This holds true in a surprising number of developed countries but is exponentially worse in developing countries where medical infrastructure is often of patchwork reliability. The United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed this concern stating, “Now, the virus [COVID-19] is arriving in countries already in the midst of humanitarian crisis caused by conflicts, natural disasters and climate change. They do not have homes in which to socially distance or self-isolate.” It is easy to…
NAIROBI, Kenya — One of the most significant hardships for women living in developing countries is feminine hygiene. Kenyan women are no exception to this adversity. It impacts every community. Without proper education or resources to address feminine hygiene, many women in Kenya are susceptible to infections and other health risks. Menstrual cycles give girls in villages a monthly challenge and sometimes cause them to miss school, hindering educational development. Fortunately enough, there have been movements empowering women in Kenya through the use of reusable pads and the increase of menstrual education. Kept in the Dark In Kenya, 65 percent…
NASSAU, THE BAHAMAS — Hurricane Dorian, a category 5 hurricane that hit the Bahamas on September 1, 2019, has killed at least 50 people and left 70,000 more requiring lifesaving assistance. There are several celebrities donating to Hurrican Dorian Victims. Elizabeth Dixon, a native Bahamian, gave an eye-witness account of the horrid conditions on the ground. She said that “There are dead animals and gasoline in the water… The clinic was so bad the toilet bowls were overflowing. The sewers are coming up… Bodies are in the harbor. It seems like we’re in a movie.” With an estimated 1,300 people…
ABUJA, Nigeria — Corruption in Nigeria is largely upheld by the state and its institutions, all the way from the police force, to the federal and state executive councils. National officials believe the source of corruption lies in the economy of Nigeria’s natural resources, specifically oil and natural gas. Addressing the source of corruption is integral to both the political stabilization and economic growth of Nigeria. Here are 10 important facts about corruption in Nigeria. 10 Facts About Corruption in Nigeria Corruption in Nigeria is persecuted via the Criminal Code and the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offenses Act. Bribes,…
SEATTLE, Washington — Australia, the world’s only country to encompass an entire continent, is one of the wealthiest countries in the world. Australian residents have access to high-quality healthcare and above average incomes. The country is also home to unique living environments influenced by coral reefs, large deserts and coastal forests. Here are the top 10 facts about living conditions in Australia. Top 10 Facts About Living Conditions in Australia Healthcare – Australia has one of the best healthcare systems in the world, contributing to its high average life expectancy of 83 years. Australia government administers its universal healthcare through tax…
SEATTLE — Many citizens in the United States would categorize the continent of Africa as being predominantly developing. But what actually makes a developing country? Without understanding the classification system of the various worlds, along with the specifications that would classify a country as developing, it is difficult to have an informed perspective on the subject. The Term “Third World” Originates From the Cold War Today, the term “developing” is more appropriate to refer to the economically developing nations of Asia, Africa and Latin America, instead of “Third World.” The Cold War represented a division between two industrialized powerhouses, the…