Thousands of Children in Kenya Failed to Return to School This Week
An estimated 15 million children were expected to return to school following a nine-month closure.
Why Global Citizens Should Care
COVID-19 has affected the way children around the world experience education and, for many, attending school has not even been an option. Although Kenya’s schools finally reopened, a number of children in the country have not been able to return; this has been caused by socioeconomic factors, such as a loss of household income, child pregnancy, or marriage. The United Nations’ Global Goal 4 calls for quality education for all and this can only be achieved if all children have equal access. Join the movement and take action on this issue here.
How a Ugandan Boxing Champion Is Empowering Women to Stand Up for Themselves
Baleke’s own experience of assault drove her to become a professional boxer.
Why Global Citizens Should Care
Women and girls living in poverty are often more susceptible to gender-based violence, but teaching them to defend and financially empower themselves has the potential to protect them from such dangers. The United Nations’ Global Goal 5 calls for gender equality and this can only be achieved if the protection of women from violence is prioritised. Join the movement and take action on this issue here.
One of Uganda’s most accomplished female boxers, Hellen Baleke, is using her skills in the ring to teach women to empower and defend themselves.
How COVID-19 Testing Has Caused a Humanitarian Crisis at Africa s Busiest Border
Fifteen people died over the Christmas period while waiting to enter Zimbabwe.
Why Global Citizens Should Care
As citizens travel between South Africa and Zimbabwe, crossing the border has been met with delays caused by COVID-19 testing procedures. This has seen thousands of citizens wait for an average of four days to access both countries. A lack of water and sanitation facilities, along with little space to adhere to social distancing, have also made the border vulnerable to the spread of COVID-19. The United Nations’ Global Goal 3 calls for good health and well-being, and this goal can only be achieved if effective measures are put in place to manage travel between countries during a global pandemic. Join the movement and take action on this issue here.
British Supermarkets Promote Veganuary as Record 500K People Pledge to Go Vegan This Month
There’s been a boom in interest in veganism in recent years.
Why Global Citizens Should Care:
The United Nations’ Global Goal 13 calls for urgent action on climate change, and reducing meat consumption and switching to eco-friendly meat alternatives can help reduce carbon emissions and save the planet. The rising popularity of vegan and vegetarian diets, even if it s just for one month a year, suggests people care and want to take action, putting lowering carbon emissions from the food industry in sight. You can join us to learn more and take action on climate issues here.
This Doctor Provides Care to Mexico’s Remote Regions One Makeshift Clinic at a Time
Why Global Citizens Should Care
The United Nations’ Global Goal 3 aims to ensure everyone, everywhere has access to good health and well-being. An equitable approach to health ensures that all individuals are equally protected in disease prevention. Join Global Citizen in taking action on this issue and more here.
Giorgio Franyuti packs the trunk of a pickup truck with medical supplies and equipment, and braces himself for a long journey from Mexico City to Cochoapa el Grande, where he will provide health care to some of the country’s most impoverished people.