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Systemic Racism
Why activist athletes are needed today more than ever
Activism in sports has a proud history, and the Black Lives Matter protest underscore the issues at stake. How can the sporting world move forward and make a difference?
SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
This is the toll that everyday racism takes on black men in America
Racism can cause black men to have higher rates of depression, suicide and homicide, meaning they have a shorter life-expectancy than any other racial group.
COVID-19
COVID-19 has ushered in the age of the 'intangible company'. Here are 4 ways it will change business
With the shift to remote working further blurring workplace boundaries, there are now unprecedented opportunities to change the compact between employers and employees.
Better Business
The diversity dividend: A frank exploration of the role of race, age and background in business
Workplace diversity is an asset for both businesses and their employees. It incubates innovation, creativity and empathy in ways that homogeneous environments seldom do.
COVID-19
5 ways one apparel manufacturer found its relevance to society during COVID-19
During COVID-19, profit becomes secondary and businesses should fill the gap by asking why their business should even exist at all.
Systemic Racism
Responding to the anger
In addressing the blight of racism that scars societies across the world, we must also address the fundamental inequalities revealed by the coronavirus pandemic, writes Professor Klaus Sc...
COVID-19
Anti-Asian racism is on the rise. This is what it feels like
COVID-19 has led to an increase in racism directed at those of Asian descent. Here, a teacher of Vietnamese heritage in Bogota recounts her experiences.
COVID-19
The 3 ways British people are responding to lockdown - and what it says about them
Nine out of 10 people support the UK government's lockdown measures, according to research. Yet there are three distinct responses, which align with gender and political views
COVID-19
6 ways to protect human rights during lockdown – according to the UN
The most vulnerable groups in society are at risk as countries around the world have closed their borders and restricted movement during the COVID-19 pandemic – and the United Nations is ...
COVID-19
COVID-19 lockdowns are lifting. How safe is it to go out?
One mathematician has developed her own models to weigh up the risks of taking a walk, shopping and socializing, as countries around the world start easing coronavirus restrictions.
COVID-19
5 ways universities are helping tackle COVID-19
Some universities are using their research facilities to help find a COVID-19 vaccine, while others are offering unused space and equipment to treat patients.
Arts and Culture
Ode to Beethoven: why we must find joy in times of crisis
The conductor Marin Alsop on the messages of creativity and resilience in Symphony No. 9, which culminates in the Ode to Joy.
COVID-19
This is the impact of COVID-19 on modern slavery
With over 40 million people worldwide trapped in modern slavery, the current pandemic will only worsen their living situations for months to come, reversing progress on SDG Target 8.7.
COVID-19
Why the global response to coronavirus needs leadership from us all
With coronavirus requiring decisive action and collective efforts from both government and frontline workers, everyone needs to play their part, writes Michael Useem.
COVID-19
7 leadership principles for managing in the time of coronavirus
Leaders managing their organizations through crisis show seven distinctive capabilities, says Professor of Business Administration John A. Quelch. Call them the seven Cs.