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…
Hanafi’s sociology fills auditoriums
They even had to improvise new rows of seats in the auditorium. Diverse people told me it was unbelievable, because…
High-quality relationships are the best investment in a happy life
International Day of Happiness A recent study published in the International Journal of Aging and Human Development examines how close…
Islamophobia: A Challenge for Coexistence in Diverse Societies
International Day to Combat Islamophobia Every March 15, the International Day to Combat Islamophobia is commemorated, a date recognized by…