Silent Wounds: How Iran’s Government Failed Its Most Vulnerable in War
In late February 2026, the United States and Israel launched a large-scale military offensive against Iran. What was initially framed…
The Vote That Ended Apartheid: South Africa, April 1994
The elections held in late April 1994 in South Africa marked a decisive turning point in the country’s history, representing…
Empowering the Next Generation of Women in ICT
International Girls in ICT Day Every year on the fourth Thursday of April, the world celebrates Girls in ICT Day,…
Child sexual abuse: a preventable crisis that demands our collective action
Child sexual abuse (CSA) is one of the most serious human rights violations in the world today. According to UNICEF…
From Progress to Breakthrough: Women and Leadership in Elite Football
European football has witnessed a landmark moment with the appointment of Marie-Louise Eta as interim head coach of Union Berlin,…
Everyday Peace. Peace Begins at Home (and in the Stands): Dismantling the Rise of Hate Speech
During the friendly football match between Spain and Egypt in the spring of 2026, episodes of verbal mobbing occurred, with…
The Legacy of Amy Carmichael
Amy Carmichael (1867–1951) was a prominent figure in missionary and social work whose life was marked by a deep sense…
Beyond the Pitch: Rethinking Sport’s Role in Social Cohesion
International Day of Sport for Development and Peace Cities and municipalities around the globe have faced increasing tensions around migration…
Potatoes, chocolate, the Moon and Mars
Europeans did not know about tomatoes, maize, potatoes, or chocolate, among many other things that were introduced to us by…
When Social Pressure Silences Personal Dreams
Social pressure can have a deeply destructive impact on people’s life trajectories, affecting not only teenagers but also children and…