How Do Undocumented Immigrants Navigate Life In The Us?
A small army of mobile diplomats plays a key role. On a busy Sunday morning…
How Do Undocumented Immigrants Navigate Life In The Us?
A small army of mobile diplomats plays a key role. On a busy Sunday morning in Trenton’s sprawling Latino quarter, Guatemalan diplo- mat Hugo Hun Archila, a veteran foreign service officer, gazes out at a file of countrymen and women lining up for attention from his team. As their waiting time lengthens, the line of…
Passing The Baton: “Our Athletes, Our Ambassadors”
How Diaspora West Indians Use Track and Field to Lift Countrymen (and Women!) from Poverty “As the world watches this summer’s Paris Olympiad, even casual sports fans can’t help being thrilled, enthralled and enraptured by the skill and finesse top athletes bring to the competition. World records fall practically every hour. The Games go on;…
Is the country too dangerous to be saved?
Let’s talk about the elephant in the room. Who among us has not been frustrated at some point by the bureaucracy of this institution to the extent of wondering what’s the point of the UN’s existence? If there’s a topic where that discussion gets really heated, it’s Haiti, a country where so much is being done and so little positive effect.
Road Crashes, the Leading Cause of Death for Youth
“Globally, road traffic crashes cause nearly
1.3 million preventable deaths and an
estimated 50 million injuries each year.”
International Students
“If the United States wants to continue to lead in global research and innovation, it needs to enhance its efforts to attract and retain global talent – starting at the university level.”
The Journey Home
The Quest for looted artifacts: Navigating Heritage and History in the Pursuit of Cultural Repatriation.
UNESCO Expands World Biosphere Network with 11 New Reserves
UNESCO has approved the designation of 11 new biosphere reserves in 11 countries, including Belgium and Gambia for the first time and two transboundary biosphere reserves. The other new biosphere reserves are located in Colombia, Dominican Republic, Italy, Mongolia, the Kingdom of the Netherlands, the Philippines, Republic of Korea, Slovenia and Spain. With these new…
The Soft Diplomacy of Music by Constantine Orbelian
Internationally acclaimed pianist and 4 time Grammy nominated Conductor
Is Climate Champion Leonardo DiCaprio Making a Difference? Views from the U.N.
Leonardo DiCaprio has used his fame and status as a United Nations Messenger for Peace to move the needle on climate change. But the question remains: Are world leaders listening? While many of the U.N.’s “messengers” and “special envoys” use the honorific title for good will, for projects, and, needless to say, for publicity –…
The Earth will be hotter than Paris goal “Climate Crisis: Global Temperature Nearing 1.5°C Threshold”
In the next five years, global temperatures are projected to surpass the 1.5°C mark above pre-industrial levels, with an 80% likelihood of at least one year exceeding this threshold. This acceleration poses a serious challenge to the Paris Agreement’s goals. The ocean, absorbing most of the excess heat, is warming at an alarming rate, leading…
The Summit of the Future is the moment for world leaders to make breakthrough choices
The United Natons will host the “Summit of the Future” during the 79th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA). The Summit of the future is a vital event aimed at reconstructing global cooperation to address today’s most widespread struggles around the world under the guidance and leadership of the UN.
U.N. Principles Against Disinformation: Tech Giants’ Responsibility for AI
In an increasingly digital landscape fraught with the perils of disinformation, Melissa Fleming, United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications, discusses the U.N.’s comprehensive strategies to combat misinformation, the evolving digital communication landscape, and the implications of artificial intelligence in an exclusive interview. Through powerful storytelling and a commitment to truth, Fleming highlights the U.N.’s ongoing…
Turning Dreams into Action How One Volunteer Transformed Lives in Malawi
Ensari Caymaz’s (33) biggest accomplishment lies in his transformative impact on the communities of Malawi over the course of eight years.
Are Rich Billionaires Less Generous?
Wealth has had tremendous power to shape societies and global economies throughout human civilization. Financial wealth, seen as a symbol of success or an indicator of status, has permeated every aspect of our lives. Technological developments, financial markets, and globalization have accelerated the rise of ultra-rich people, contributing to the creation of a super-elite class….
Tuk Tuks from Asia Serve As Job Multipliers
Migration Drives Innovation: How Guatemala’s Tuk Tuk Entrepreneurs Turn Remittances into Jobs
Eren Ozmen: The Dream Chaser
Her family didn’t have TV until she turned 17. Now, with her Dream Chaser space shuttle she is ready to send astronauts to space.
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