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Migration
These are the refugee athletes at the Tokyo Olympics
Competing under the International Olympic flag, these elite athletes are part of a unique team representing displaced people around the world.
Human Rights
Nelson Mandela Day: Understanding how far we have to go an equal future
To mark Nelson Mandela Day, two experts from the World Bank examine past research to build an inclusive society through the lens of social identities.
Humanitarian Action
Child labour has risen for the first time in 20 years. COVID-19 will make things worse
The number of children in child labour has risen for the first time in two decades to 160 million globally. A new report looks at the situation – and at how to reverse the trend.
Migration
This film school is inspiring Rohingya refugees to document their lives
The school, which was founded by Mohammed Faruque and his late younger brother Omar, is inspiring refugees in Bangladesh and teaching them photography.
Human Rights
This is the global refugee situation, in numbers
There are millions of forcibly displaced people around the world, fleeing persecution, conflict and disasters and seeking a safer life for their families.
Climate Change
Climate change: How can countries address the human health risks?
A new WRI report showcases how countries can include climate change health risks into their national climate and health strategies.
Haiti
Lessons from Haiti: applying innovative, affordable, and replicable solutions using drones and spatial data
As Haiti enters the 2021 hurricane season, it is essential that new technologies are applied to protect and support the country, write three World Bank experts.
Migration
How cloud technology is helping migrants stay safe during the pandemic
The ability to gather, process and analyse large amounts of data from a variety of print and online sources is increasingly important – now more so than ever during the pandemic.
Humanitarian Action
How improved data could boost humanitarian investment
Research shows that better data could help unlock the finance to meet spiking need and bridge a multi-billion-dollar gap in humanitarian aid.
Latin America
Colombia to give temporary protective status to Venezuelan migrants
In a joint statement with UN High Commissioner for Refugees, Colombia's President announced it will give temporary protective legal status to Venezuelan migrants.
Lebanon
Six months after the Beirut port explosion: reflections from a first responder
Six months ago, the blasts caused by ammonium nitrate stockpiles devastated the Lebanese capital. How can the country build greater resilience going forward?
Migration
These countries host the most refugees
The pandemic hasn't paused the global displacement crisis, with Turkey now hosting more than 3.5 million refugees, according to UN data.
Yemen
Meet the Yemeni boy showing the world why we must stop the country from falling into famine
10-year-old Hassan Merzam Muhammad weighed just 9kg and was unable to walk or react four months ago. He is just one of 2 million children in Yemen facing extreme starvation.
Yemen
UN: Time is running out to save Yemen from famine
Parts of Yemen are experiencing 'famine-like conditions' as almost half the population is experiencing high levels of acute food insecurity, new United Nations data shows.
SDG 05: Gender Equality
The world can no longer protect women with promises alone - they need action
It has now been 20 years since the United Nations Security Council unanimously adopted the Resolution on Women, Peace, and Security. This is the progress made.