Amid a global backlash against women’s rights, women are committed to championing rights and representation. Survey results from 185 countries show that 86 per cent cite climate change, and more than 50 per cent identify conflict as primary concerns for the next decade. Mental health and family responsibilities are seen as barriers to reaching full potential. Access the full report and the We the Women campaign.
The future belongs to the Tropics
The Tropics host extraordinary biological and cultural diversity, with a complex history and challenges. Most people suffering from extreme poverty live in the Tropics, and the exploitation of resources by colonial powers has shaped economies with serious disadvantages. Despite that, there is a promising future with a growing, more educated, and young population that can maintain its economic growth. This International Day of the Tropics, 29 June, let's celebrate their extraordinary diversity, while highlighting not just the challenges, but also the opportunities.
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