90 Years of the IRC’s Partnerships: Making a difference together (International Rescue Committee) 

22 Agustus 2023 Asupan Warta / Newsfeed 0 Comment

IRC mentions IFPRI in an article on its anniversary featuring organization’s history, achievements, and partnerships over the past 90 years.  

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Sudan is close to famine, warns Concern

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Country: Sudan Source: Concern Worldwide Food prices have soared, food production has been dramatically cut, humanitarian access is limited and it is forecast that rainfall will be below average this year, which will further impact crops.

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Press Freedom and LGBTQ+ Rights: Benchmarks of Democracy Decline in Southeast Asia

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People took to the streets to protest against the military coup in Myanmar in February 2021. Credit: R. Bociaga / Shutterstock.com By Kris JanssensPHNOM PENH, Aug 21 2023 (IPS) Three notable events have boosted the democratic process in Southeast Asia in recent decades. The fall of the Marcos regime in […]

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Missile attack hits city centre in Northern Ukraine today on World Humanitarian Day

19 Agustus 2023 Asupan Warta / Newsfeed 0 Comment

Country: Ukraine Source: UN High Commissioner for Refugees I am appalled and heartbroken to learn that one of our humanitarian colleagues was killed in the Russian strike into the heart of Chernihiv, said the UNHCR Representative in Ukraine.

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Water Solutions for Women and Girls

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Women often walk miles to collect clean drinking water. This podcast looks at water solutions. CREDIT: Linah Mwamachi/IPS By Linah MwamachiNAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 19 2023 (IPS) In the wake of harsh climate change and erratic weather conditions, women and girls are most affected. They often walk miles to collect fresh […]

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ACMA: Misinformation and Disinformation Bill

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What Is the Background to the Misinformation and Disinformation Bill?  Currently, an exposure draft for public comment, the Communications Legislation Amendment (Combatting Misinformation and Disinformation) Bill 2023 (Cth) (the Bill), may become law. If legislated, the Bill would enhance the powers of the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) to […]

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Senegal: Democracy in the Balance?

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Credit: Zohra Bensemra/Reuters via Gallo Images By Andrew FirminLONDON, Aug 18 2023 (IPS) Civic space is deteriorating in Senegal ahead of next February’s presidential election. Recent protests have been met with lethal violence and internet and social media restrictions. Senegal’s democracy will soon face a key test, and whether it […]

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Is Ethiopia missing a golden opportunity for addressing hidden hunger? The opportunities and challenges of biofortification

18 Agustus 2023 Asupan Warta / Newsfeed 0 Comment

A promising approach to micronutrient deficiencies.

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Cultural Survival and Partners Submit Report on Indigenous Peoples’ Rights for Mexico’s Universal Periodic Review

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Cultural Survival and Partners Submit Report on Indigenous Peoples’ Rights for Mexico’s Universal Periodic Review Country Mexico agnes Fri, 08/18/2023 – 10:11 Issues Human Rights Program 5 Main Image Under the public eye, Mexico has shown itself to be a fervent advocate of Indigenous rights at both the international and […]

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IOM calls for urgent action over alarming overcrowding in Niger migrant transit centres

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Countries: Guinea, Mali, Niger Source: International Organization for Migration The border and airspace closures have compounded the challenges faced by stranded migrants and impeded IOM’s assisted voluntary return operations, with all flights either postponed or cancelled.

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