Join us on May 21st 2025 to celebrate World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, a day on which we focus on celebrating and protecting global cultural diversity. Led by UNESCO, this important celebration day highlights the richness of world cultures and the critical role of intercultural dialogue in achieving peace, digital equity… Continue reading Celebrating World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development 2025
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Celebrating Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2025
On 17th May we’re celebrating World Telecommunication Information Society Day (WTISD), a day that focuses on raising awareness of the power of digital technologies to improve lives and bridge divides. WTISD-25’s theme is gender equality, a crucial focus in the fight for inclusive access to digital tools and opportunities and the cornerstone of the UN… Continue reading Celebrating Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2025
Celebrating International Workers’ Day 2025
Every year on May 1st, people gather around the world to celebrate International Workers’ Day – also known as Labour Day or May Day. International Workers’ Day celebrates the resilience, struggle and triumphs of global workers, supporting advocacy for labour rights and improved working conditions. It is a day of unity and solidarity for the… Continue reading Celebrating International Workers’ Day 2025
World Day of Social Justice 2025: Strengthening a Just Transition for a Sustainable Future
Every year on February 20th, the world observes the World Day of Social Justice, a day dedicated to promoting equality, human rights, and sustainable development. Established by the United Nations, this day serves as a reminder of the ongoing need to address social inequalities and ensure that economic and environmental policies work for everyone, especially… Continue reading World Day of Social Justice 2025: Strengthening a Just Transition for a Sustainable Future
International Volunteer Day 2024: How does volunteering affect communities?
Reflections on International Volunteer Day Every year on December 5th, the world celebrates International Volunteer Day, established in 1985 by the United Nations to celebrate the essential work of volunteers at local, national and international levels. Discussing the role of volunteering in reaching the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), they emphasize that “volunteering is an… Continue reading International Volunteer Day 2024: How does volunteering affect communities?
The social impact of African SCENe: delivering access to clean energy, digital literacy and life-long learning opportunities to slum communities in Kenya
A look at the social impact of the African SCENe community energy hub in Kenyan slums. Solar-powered classrooms facilitating education, digital literacy and life-long learning.