MADRID, Spain — In a discussion with Mohammed, a Young Climate Visionary belonging to cycle 02 of The World Around’s International Summit, he describes his experimental garden and his engineered sustenance amid international aid restrictions and political turmoil. The Saharan Desert In between Morocco and Tunisia lies Algeria, the 10th largest country in the world and the largest in Africa. Bordering the Mediterranean sea, most of the country’s 47 million center around The Tell heartland – an area of valleys and hills close to the Atlas Mountains. Westward, plains such as Bejaia plain are rich agricultural sources, composed of fertile…
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PARIS, France — Equality has many dimensions, but it begins in the workplace. As gender equality becomes an increasingly central policy priority, governments are placing greater emphasis on addressing disparities in employment, pay, and opportunity. In this context, the European Commission has launched the EU Gender Equality Strategy 2026–2030, setting a renewed and ambitious framework to ensure that equality between women and men is not treated as a standalone issue, but as a core principle across all areas of policy and daily life. Slovenia’s Post-Yugoslav Transition and European Integration As the first country in the Western Balkans to have joined…
KINGSTON UPON HULL — When he first came to office in 2003, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva of Brazil promised dramatic social change. Bolsa Familia, his flagship policy, sought to alleviate poverty and could now provide a template for similar progressive poverty reduction programs in Latin America. Bolsa Familia The largest conditional cash transfer (CCT) program in the world, reaching an estimated 11.1 million families, Bolsa Familia is arguably one of the most familiar social welfare programs established in recent decades. Sporting a track record of successes across its 23-year lifespan, Bolsa Familia remains one of the most influential…
BOURNEMOUTH, United Kingdom — Despite significant economic and social progress in recent decades, Romania continues to face considerable challenges within its health care system. Many public hospitals struggle with old facilities, limited resources and increasing demand from patients with more complex health care needs. For vulnerable communities, particularly children from disadvantaged backgrounds, families living in poverty and individuals requiring specialized care, the obstacles could be even greater. Access to quality health care often depends on geography, financial circumstances, or the availability of adequate facilities, leaving many people without the support they need. To address these ongoing issues, The Metropolis Foundation…
NICE, France — Speaking at the United Nations’ 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women, Secretary-General António Guterres warned delegates that conflict continues to systematically strip women of access to safety, income and opportunity. The effects of this inequality have become increasingly entrenched in the 21st century as ongoing crises and instability make existing social and economic vulnerabilities worse. From Victims to Leaders: The Women Carrying Conflict Recovery Women and girls in conflict zones are more likely to experience displacement, violence and barriers to education or employment – all of which are drivers of global poverty. In…
TORONTO, Canada — Canadians may live far from communities experiencing extreme poverty, but their voices continue to shape how Parliament allocates foreign aid and responds to global crises. Through petitions, parliamentary debates, advocacy campaigns and civil society mobilization, citizens are demonstrating that Canadians influence Parliament on global poverty in meaningful and tangible ways. From securing funding for global health programs to advancing gender equality in foreign aid, grassroots engagement has become a critical force in shaping Canada’s international development priorities. This influence is especially significant given Canada’s global reach, providing billions in assistance to more than 130 countries, including humanitarian…
MADRID, Spain — In September 1995, HELP, “the best charity album” in history, was made — and all in a single day. Now, in March 2026, War Child Records is setting out to surpass itself. However, more than being a commercial success, this record label speaks to new and ongoing conflicts across the world. It is worth remembering the millions of children affected by war, the fight that humanity has waged against inequality, and the power music has played in uniting us. HELP #1 and the Bosnian Conflict The history behind the first HELP album is as follows: as the…
TORONTO, Canada — There’s a common misconception that elections in the United States only affect the nation; however, the reality is that when Americans vote, the consequences extend beyond U.S. borders. Elections in the U.S. shape global development priorities that affect millions of people around the world living in poverty, determining whether life-saving programs expand, shrink or fade altogether. From foreign aid budgets to engagement with international institutions (e.g., the World Health Organization), changes in political leadership can quickly change how the U.S. engages with the world’s poorest communities. Here are four key ways U.S. elections shape global development outcomes.…
EVANSVILLE, Indiana — In the heart of Honduras, where rugged landscapes meet resilient communities, a young missionary’s two-year journey reveals the transformative power of grassroots initiatives and international support. Drawing on his firsthand experience aiding families in rural areas and reports from the World Bank and USAID, this story uncovers poverty solutions in Honduras that blend local innovation with global advocacy, urging Western policymakers to prioritise development aid over military interventions for lasting peace and prosperity. Economic Growth Through Targeted Investments Honduras has grappled with high poverty levels; however, recent economic strategies are paving the way for improvement. With poverty…
TORONTO, Canada — The United States (U.S.) Congress plays an important role in determining how the nation addresses global poverty through its legislative and budget decisions. By authorizing foreign aid programs and setting funding priorities, Congress influences international development initiatives which provide food assistance, health care and economic support to vulnerable populations. Bills in the U.S. Congress that address global poverty demonstrate how decisions can influence poverty reduction worldwide. Together, the Malnutrition Prevention and Treatment Act of 2021, Global Health Security Act of 2021, Global Food Security Reauthorization Act of 2023 and PEPFAR Extension Act of 2024 illustrate how congressional…