The Sciences of the Democracies

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 13Aug
The Sciences of the Democracies (SOTD) Research Network begins with the premise that "democracy" and cognate terms bear potentially endless meanings. Recognising that 20th-century democracy theorists, such as Arne Naess and Giovanni Sartori, were correct in their assertions that the work of cataloguing "democracy"'s diverse meanings (still) needs to be done...
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[STATEMENT] Defend Indigenous People! Defend the Environment!

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 13Aug
"As we commemorate the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, the Asia Pacific Network of Environmental Defenders affirms its fight against development aggression, extractive industries, and rampant militarism that have taken the lives, freedoms, and livelihoods of indigenous peoples all over the Asia-Pacific region. "
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Nepal: ICJ and partners call for action on gender and disability-based discrimination

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 13Aug
On 16 July 2025, the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ), in collaboration with local partners – Forum for Women, Law and Development (FWLD), KOSHISH and the Nepal Disabled Women Association (NDWA)– made a submission to the UN Human Rights Council’s Working Group on the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) ahead of its review of Nepal’s human rights record in January 2026.
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IDA Youth Champions Circle: Empowering youth to shape the future of development

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 13Aug
We are launching the IDA Youth Champions Circle, a global platform to amplify youth voices, foster innovation, and drive real-world impact. The IDA Youth Champions Circle will be a catalyst for engagement, providing a space for young people to co-create, advocate, and hold us accountable.
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Israel kills Al Jazeera journalists in targeted Gaza City airstrike

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 13Aug
New York, August 10, 2025—The Committee to Protect Journalists is appalled by Israel’s killing in Gaza on Sunday of four Al Jazeera staff — correspondents Anas al-Sharif and Mohammed Qreiqeh and camera operators Ibrahim Zaher and Mohammed Noufal — and two freelancers Moamen Aliwa and Mohammad al-Khaldi.
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My Boccia Experience-The Most Accessible Sport

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Submitted by Michael Rosenkrantz 13Aug
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BC3 athlete showing how to play
I attended USA Boccia Nationals in Birmingham, Alabama a few weeks ago and wrote about my experience.

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PPC Webinar | Plastic Bottled Water: The Poison We Pay For August 27 , 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm EDT

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 12Aug
On Wednesday, August 27, Plastic Pollution Coalition will host a webinar to address how plastic bottled water connects to issues of water injustice, undermines investment in safe drinking water infrastructure, and contributes to the growing global water and climate crises.
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sportanddev welcomes first call from Global Sport Impact Fund

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 12Aug
sportanddev welcomes the call for expressions of interest from the Fund and calls for this opportunity to be disseminated widely and reach those that need it the most.
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International Youth Day 12 August: Youth Localizing the SDGs

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 12Aug
The theme of International Youth Day (IYD) 2025, Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond, highlights the unique role of youth in translating global ambitions into community-driven realities.
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UNDP Announces Equator Prize 2025 Winners on the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 11Aug
NEW YORK - On the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), through its Equator Initiative, proudly announces the ten winners of the Equator Prize 2025. This prestigious award is presented annually to honor nature-based solutions led by Indigenous Peoples and local communities that promote sustainable development and ecological resilience
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