World Cities Day 2023: Communities and Movements Shaping Sustainable Cities World Cities Day, celebrated annually on October 31st, brings attention to the importance of urban areas and their impact on our planet. With more than half of the global population residing in cities, the way we build and manage urban […]
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The Urgent Call for Action: Addressing Mass Forced Evictions Around Angkor Wat
The World Heritage Committee Must Address Forced Evictions at Angkor Wat, Amnesty International Urges Background The World Heritage Committee, responsible for determining the fate of heritage sites worldwide, is set to convene in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from September 10th to 25th. Among the issues on the agenda is the concerning […]
Building a Better World: 9 Principles for an Alternative Future
9 Principles for an Alternative Future Introduction We find ourselves at a turning point in history where the climate crisis and socioeconomic breakdown have highlighted the fragility and interconnectedness of our world. In response to these challenges, Greenpeace’s Alternative Futures campaign has proposed nine principles for change that prioritize people […]