Amongst the vast array of global challenges, corruption emerges as a pervasive and insidious force. Corruption not only undermines the pillars of justice and equality but also takes a toll on our planet’s well-being. I’m sure it is no surprise for most to learn that there are a number of detrimental impacts arising from corruption. […]
The cost of corruption on the environment Read Post »
Business, Environment, Government, Sustainability
What does a well-built house need to withstand the weather? It needs a sturdy frame. In fact, with a sturdy frame, a house can take the impacts of extreme weather, protecting the inhabitants within. Similarly, strong institutions provide safety and security for the inhabitants of the Earth, protecting them from uncertainties and providing them with
Strong Institutions: Foundations For Future Peace Read Post »
Government, Human Rights, Society, Strategy
Human trafficking is one of the major crimes of the world and a major violation of human rights. All around the world, men ,women ,children are subjected to exploitation in form of servitude, slavery ,forced labour ,forced marriage ,debt bondage and organ harvesting.
Sex Trafficking and the exploitation of rights Read Post »
Government, Health, Society, Strategy
What is Universal birth registration? Universal birth registration is the official and permanent record of the existence of a child. It recognises the child’s identity, along with the identity of the child’s biological parents. It is an important way through which a child’s human rights are initially recognised. Birth registration also helps the government to
Universal Birth Registration For Every Child Read Post »
Government, Health, Human Rights, Society
World Bank is an international organization who helps in shaping the world economy. The World Bank provides financial assistance to developing countries and helps in tackling world inequality. This international organization was formed in 1944 with the sole intention to reduce poverty in developing world. Currently World bank has 189 member nations who strive to create poverty free world. The International monetary fund is an international organization ,which oversees world’s monetary system.
World Bank: How does it help developing countries? Read Post »
Coronavirus, Government, Society
What does the UK’s net zero plan entail? The UK’s Net-Zero Plan aims to reduce harmful emissions and decarbonise all sectors of the UK economy to achieve net zero by 2050. The policies and proposals outlined in the Strategy include: Ending the sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans by 2030. Grants to
UK’s Net Zero Plan: What’s Wrong With It? Read Post »
Environment, Government, Strategy
The History of Whaling and whaling laws An estimated 2.9 million whales were killed during the twentieth century, obliterating global whale populations (EIA, 2018). Japan is one of the largest contributors to this. They have fiercely protected their right to whaling, despite global outcry (Catalinac and Chan, 2005). The International Whaling Commission (IWC) has been
Whaling Laws: Is Commercial Whaling Sustainable? Read Post »
Environment, Government, Strategy, Sustainability
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing, reflects a wide range of underlying concerns for investors. Certain beliefs, such as ethical ones, inform people’s judgment about investment decisions.
Socially Responsible Investing: The Rise of ESG Read Post »
Business, Environment, Government, Society, Strategy, Sustainability
Global economic inequality is the outcome of different historical events. Colonialism is one of the most influential legacies that leaves an indelible mark on societies worldwide. Many countries have political and economic inequalities traced back to the colonial era. So, how have colonial legacies contributed to the political and economic inequalities of the postcolonial era?
Colonial Legacies: Political And Economic Inequalities Read Post »
Government, Human Rights, Society
The Thresholds of Transformation report was released by the United Nations Research Institute for Social Development (UNRISD) in July 2022. This report presents the results of a pilot test project on a set of Sustainable Development Performance Indicators (SDPIs) developed by UNRISD. The SDPIs are novel indicators that assess sustainability impacts by comparing them to
UNRISD Thresholds of Transformation Report Read Post »
Business, Government, Innovation, Sustainability, Technology, THRIVE News
