Buen Vivir, the Indigenous Andean Philosophy amid the Social and Ecological Crisis
More than a philosophy, Buen Vivir calls for a shift from exploitation to harmony with nature and each other in the face of climate breakdown.... Read More
SDGs Goal 10
Indonesia Aims to Eliminate Leprosy by 2030
Indonesia has declared a commitment to eliminate leprosy by 2030. What are the measures taken?... Read More
How Friendship Bench Bridges Mental Health Care Gap
The Friendship Bench initiative shows how a community-based “sit and talk” therapy can serve as a viable mental health treatment.... Read More
How Tosepan Titataniske Leads Community Efforts for Sustainable Tourism in Mexico
Tosepan Titataniske shows how Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities can lead the way toward a sustainable tourism industry.... Read More
Floating Schools, a Community-based Initiative amid Bangladesh’s Climate Hazards
Amid floods and climate threats, Floating Schools aim to ensure children in Bangladesh can continue accessing safe and inclusive education.... Read More
Promoting Healthy Aging with Age-Friendly Cities
As global populations age, the need to design cities that support older adults has become more urgent than ever. From limited mobility to social isolation, many of them face daily barriers that prevent them from living fully and independently. Then, how can age-friendly cities support older people and their continued... Read More
Nafas Indonesia and DBS Foundation Launch White Paper on Air Pollution and Pneumonia in Jakarta Toddlers
A study launched by Nafas Indonesia and the DBS Foundation revealed worrying findings regarding the link between fine particulate air pollution (PM2.5) and increasing cases of pneumonia in Jakarta toddlers.... Read More
Promoting Healthy Aging with Age-Friendly Cities
How can age-friendly cities support older people and their continued health, safety, and participation in society? ... Read More
Indonesia-UN Collaboration to Support Job Creation and Social Protection
Encouraging job creation and social protection expansion in Indonesia is crucial especially amidst rising living costs and various other challenges.... Read More
How the City of Umeå Addresses Gender Inequality in Urban Areas
In Umeå, the government tries to address gender inequality in urban areas with gender-responsive urban planning and citizen involvement.... Read More