Freedom, dignity, education and independence: Joelle Hangi, a Congolese refugee living in Kenya, explains how we can build a brighter future for the millions of refugees around the world

Joelle Hangi 09 Dec 2019

Climate Change

The world is facing more disasters. This is how data can help us reduce that risk

At least 265 million people have been internally displaced by disaster in the past decade. How can the global economic impact (currently estimated at $13 billion a year) be managed?

Alexandra Bilak 14 Oct 2019

Ethiopia

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed wins Nobel Peace Prize

He's Africa's youngest leader who ended a conflict that had seemed intractable for decades. And on Friday, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed won the 2019 Nobel Peace Prize.

World Economic Forum 11 Oct 2019

Water

These are the life-saving lessons we learned from the 2009 tsunami

Just before 7am on September 29, 2009, a magnitude 8 earthquake struck the sea floor in the central South Pacific, about 190km south of Samoa.

Dale Dominey-Howes · The Conversation 07 Oct 2019

Humanitarian Action

'Climigration' – the new word to describe the harrowing reality for millions of climate refugees

‘Climigration’: when communities must move because of climate change.

Tony Matthews · The Conversation 25 Sep 2019

Humanitarian Action

Why philanthropy for – and by – Africans is the future

Western donors have traditionally driven African philanthropy, but the continent's economic growth means it is now in a position to help itself.

Ellen Agler 29 Aug 2019

Climate Change

This is how cities around the world can avoid a water crisis

Water shortages and scarcity present a major risk for cities across the globe. Better monitoring and improved response plans will be vital if we're to stop them turning into major crises.

Brett Walton · Circle of Blue 22 Aug 2019

Future of Health and Healthcare

This is how we can prevent one of the biggest killers of children worldwide

Diarrheal diseases are the third leading cause of child mortality globally, with nearly 534,000 under fives dying from them in 2017. Promoting preventative measures and sharing knowledge ...

Our World in Data 22 Aug 2019

Migration

The 5 biggest refugee myths: debunked

The biggest misconceptions and myths about refugees and the refugee crisis

Alexander Court 19 Aug 2019

Humanitarian Action

5 ways to be a better humanitarian

From promoting business decarbonization to helping refugees, here are some altruistic paths to start out on for World Humanitarian Day.

Annemieke Tsike-Sossah 19 Aug 2019

Climate Change

The UN has a 17-point plan to save the world. So how's it doing?

The United Nations has issued an update on each of its 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Here’s what you need to know.

Kate Whiting 15 Aug 2019

Russian Federation

Chernobyl’s children need to take breaks away from the radiation – but they’re facing a serious hurdle

Children of Chernobyl are taking radiation holidays, but there aren't enough hosts for them. They suffer from health problems such as enlarged thyroids, cancer and respiratory illnesses.

Aria Bendix · Business Insider 06 Aug 2019

India

Can India reduce deaths on one hazardous road to zero? This group is trying

Almost 30 children are killed every day on Indian roads, but this organization is fighting back.

Sean Fleming 26 Jul 2019

Social Innovation

This is what is still holding social entrepreneurs back

A new survey of participants in the sector reveals it is being held back by a lack of capital, a fear of failure and an unwillingness to collaborate.

Kyle Zimmer and Kristine Pearson 25 Jul 2019

Mental Health

Are we happier when we spend more time with others?

Researchers have explored the link between social interaction and our mental well-being, and how other factors such as income can play a supporting role.

Esteban Ortiz-Ospina · Our World in Data 25 Jul 2019

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Humanitarian Action

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