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Society India

22. September 2021

Clean Water for Everyone in the Country? Challenge Accepted!

As part of India’s mission to ensure water supply for every rural household by 2024, around 51 million homes have gained access to drinkable tap water over the last two years.

Society Mexico

21. September 2021

Women in Politics: This Country Is All About Gender Parity!

Mexican women made a giant leap forward since the country became the very first to enshrine in its constitution gender parity in all political races, and the most recent governors’ election has proven to help women shatter political glass ceilings.

Society Bangladesh

19. September 2021

Women Can Be Leaders Too, Says This Gender Equality Program

The Gender Equality and Returns program is paving the way for women to assume leadership roles in Bangladesh, educating and helping them to pursue a fairer, more just workplace.

Society China

18. September 2021

New School Rules: Less Exams, Less Pressure

China’s exam-oriented system is going through a huge change: six- and seven-year-olds will no longer have written exams, helping take off a major load of pressure for both students and their parents.

Society USA

14. September 2021

“Former Inmates Have a Right to Vote,” Decides Court in Historic Ruling

North Carolina, United States has become the first southern state to grant former inmates their right to vote, a ruling which aims at redressing the state’s racist origins of its “felon disenfranchisement” law.

Society Zambia

9. September 2021

Peaceful Elections Set an Example for This Country’s Neighbors

The recent win of the opposition party in Zambia serves as a prime example of democratic and peaceful elections for other African countries to follow should they wish to move away from authoritarianism.

Society Switzerland

8. September 2021

Rich Country Gives Big Bucks to Help Solve Global Problems

In an ambitious plan to tackle poverty and encourage peacemaking measures worldwide, Switzerland has pledged to give $12 billion over the next three years, positioning itself as a leader in spending for international aid.

Society Sub-Saharan Africa

7. September 2021

Retail Giant Wants to Buy Back Your Old Furniture!

In its efforts to become circular and carbon positive by 2030, the Swedish furniture multinational Ikea has launched a buyback service in many countries, and wishes to add the United States to the list.

Society Malawi

5. September 2021

Young Radio Hosts Tackle Taboo Topics, Helping Millions

In Malawi, a radio show led by local youths doesn’t shy away from discussing taboo topics such as HIV and child marriage, inspiring and helping the millions of young people across the nation who listen to this crucial source of information.