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Empowering Civil Society

The Role of Global Civil Society in Supporting a Genuinely Transformative, Inclusive & Ambitious G7

We are facing the largest global crisis in a generation. The COVID-19 pandemic, and all its consequences, will shape our global economy, health systems, food…

Sam Worthington

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Apr 20, 2021

Empowering Civil Society

A Crisis Beyond COVID-19

Every September 15, the world comes together for a day of reflection on the struggle for democracy. Set against the backdrop of COVID-19, we view…

Andy Wilson

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Sep 15, 2020

Global Development

Comments On USAID Draft Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment Policy

On August 27, InterAction submitted comments on USAID’s draft policy, “2020 Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment Policy,” in response to it being released for…

Kelsey Harris

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Sep 9, 2020

Empowering Civil Society

Protecting Migrants’ Civic Freedoms Amid COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has been called the “great equalizer.” However, its trajectory has hit certain populations more than others. Migrant groups, in particular, are…

Kate Barth

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Aug 31, 2020

Empowering Civil Society

From Difficulty Comes Strength

Every year on August 12, the United Nations celebrates International Youth Day to highlight the value that youth bring to the international sphere. However,…

Luci Meade

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Aug 11, 2020

Global Development

Political Activism Among Cape Town Youth

Last year, Forbes Magazine listed Cape Town, South Africa, as one of the most popular bucket list destinations on earth. Describing the city as…

Hinal Patel

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Aug 10, 2020

Global Development

More Than Our Words

Today, we celebrate Nelson Mandela’s 102nd birthday. A revolutionary, statesman, and humanitarian, we remember Mandela for his commitment to social justice and democracy. As South…

Jon Blum

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Jul 16, 2020

Empowering Civil Society

The Future of Civil Society Organizations in the Light of the Coronavirus

On June 17, leaders from a range of sectors and backgrounds shared their observations and thoughts on the implications of the COVID-19 crisis for civil…

InterAction

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Jun 22, 2020

Empowering Civil Society

COVID-19 “Infodemic” Demonstrates the Dire Need for Journalism Free of Fear or Favor

This year’s World Press Freedom Day occurs during an unprecedented time of misinformation, demonstrating the ever-growing need for journalism “free of fear or favor.”…

Luci Meade

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May 1, 2020

Empowering Civil Society

Army of Love

Sol·i·dar·i·ty (noun): unity or agreement of feeling or action, especially among individuals with a common interest; mutual support within a group. This one word has…

Princess Bazley-Bethea

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Mar 16, 2020

Global Development

Never Too Young to Change the World

It has been 71 years since the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) which proclaims the inalienable rights of all humans.

Luci Meade

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Dec 10, 2019

Global Development

A Global Day of Action for Children’s Rights

Since 1954, World Children’s Day has been celebrated as a time to advocate, promote, and honor children’s rights. On November 20, 1959, the United Nations…

Patrick Makles

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Nov 20, 2019