The Long Road to Gender Equality: 30 Years After Beijing Declaration
Thirty years after the Beijing Declaration, the quest for gender equality remains unfinished. Patience and courage are key to progress, says UN leader Ms. Sarwat Adnan.
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Education Empowers Women in Xizang
Penpa Lhamo draws on her family’s legacy to show how education fuels social progress for women in Xizang Autonomous Region.
Asia’s LGBTQ+ Leap: From Nepal’s Attack to Global Spotlight at Doc Edge Festival
From a life-threatening attack in Nepal to new constitutional protections and decriminalization on the Chinese mainland, explore Asia’s evolving LGBTQ+ rights ahead of Doc Edge Festival.
Five Years After George Floyd: A Movement in Flux
Marking five years since George Floyd’s death, activists and leaders reflect on BLM’s rise, policy rollbacks under Trump, and the fight for racial justice.
Miranda Brothers Transform Sao Paulo’s Jardim Angela into a Sustainable Haven
Discover how Claudio and Favio Miranda transformed Sao Paulo’s Jardim Angela from one of the world’s most violent favelas into a UN-recognized model of sustainability and social change.
Embracing Tradition: How Modern Chinese Couples are Shaping Weddings
Discover how modern Chinese couples are rediscovering and embracing traditional elements in their weddings, reflecting social and cultural shifts in society.
From Rebel Fighters to Rice Fields: A Philippine Town’s Peace Revolution
A Philippine town transforms ex-rebels into farmers through innovative peace program, cutting violence by 70% and tripling incomes.
Anaheim Police Shooting Sparks Race Gap Debate in U.S.
Anaheim police shooting of unarmed Brandon Lopez reignites debate on systemic racism and law enforcement reform in the U.S.
Race and Identity: A San Francisco Native’s Journey to Belonging
San Francisco-born Linda Ju shares her awakening to racial identity challenges in America, reflecting broader societal conversations on belonging.
Tokyo Residents Adapt to Extended COVID-19 Restrictions, Social Lives on Pause
Tokyo residents share how extended COVID-19 restrictions are reshaping daily life, social connections, and vaccine perspectives as Japan battles the pandemic’s third wave.