Seeker & chronicler of ideas + solutions to end global #poverty, #rightsabuses, #heritageloss. 💌 #SDGs #microfinance, #womenslandrights #culturalpreservation🏺
Joined September 2013
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The difference between 1.5°C and 3°C global warming means vastly different scenarios for the future.
Our survival on this planet hinges on these few degrees.
We need #ClimateAction now.
un.org/actnow via @UNFCCC
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Today we’re excited to share our new strategic plan for the next 4 years.
Find out how we'll drive our vision & mission: to work with partners & allies to put human rights at the heart of business to deliver a just economy, climate justice, and end abuse: business-humanrights.org/en/…
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🌏 Do you campaign for equality in your community? Are you advocating for the environment in your country?
Share how you've been contributing to the #GlobalGoals in your own life and become an #SDGHero!
Check out details below 👇 and tag @UNESCAP to get noticed!
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It was an honor to work on this matter to reach this wonderful solution. It is a wonderful example of how ethical museum practices build strong relationships with foreign governments. Thanks for the great reporting @BostonGlobe
The Worcester Art Museum announced Thursday that it has voluntarily agreed to return a pair of antiquities that were likely removed illegally from Italy. trib.al/Dm5aeTn
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UNECE case studies bridge theoretical frameworks and real-world applications of #energymanagement
They also follow recommendations from the UNECE Task Force on Digitalization in Energy, working in diverse geographic and socioeconomic contexts
👉ow.ly/HbtQ50UOEcg
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NEW VIDEO 📺 What does a just transition to renewable energies really mean, and how can we ensure the rights of workers, communities and Indigenous Peoples are respected?
Our Director of International Programmes Michael Clements explains all:
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Half the minerals needed for the energy transition—along with significant wind & solar resources—are on Indigenous Peoples' land. A commitment to Indigenous Peoples’ leadership is key to achieve a #JustTransition.
More in our report w @IPRightsIntl: business-humanrights.org/en/…
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NEW VIDEO 📺 What are the key challenges and opportunities that the business and human rights movement faces in 2025? Our Executive Director @pbloomer lays them out in our 2025 lookahead.
#bizhumanrights #justtransition
Bless you @Lawrence for the humanity you shared on tonight's segment about a man facing the LA fires alone, reminding us that some people "have no one to call." Your moving reaction showed a depth of compassion we should all strive to emulate. You have a beautiful soul.🪽
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From global warming, pandemics and extreme inequality to democratic erosion and armed conflict, the polycrisis refers to the interconnected nature of the threats facing us today.
Guest blogger @yuenyuenang explores how to do development in the polycrisis. undp.org/blog/doing-developm…
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From co-founding Kenya's first internet service provider to introducing digital credit solutions, our CEO, @AmoloNgweno reflects on Africa's digital transformation and shares insights on what's needed to unlock the potential of Africa's digital revolution bfaglobal.com/insights/how-c…
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[INTERVIEW] "Si nous parvenons à résoudre ce problème pour les femmes, je pense que nous pourrons le résoudre pour l'ensemble de l'écosystème. Mais il faut commencer par les femmes parce que c'est plus difficile".
Greta Bull de la @gatesfoundation partage ses dernières réflexions sur l’impact du secteur et la construction d’un écosystème de crédit inclusif👉shorturl.at/LUybz
#impact #microfinance #FinancialInclusion
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My personal favourite recording of Mahler’s Kindertotenlieder is Janet Baker’s version with Sir John Barbirolli. For me, no other version finds the same combination of beauty and terrible pain. There are many great versions out there, but I could live with this as my only one.
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Celebrating incredible milestones achieved through collaborative @UN efforts! 🎉
$18 was raised for every $1 committed by the Fund, unlocking $4.96B of financing for the SDGs and supporting 197M people with access to social services.
For latest insights: annualreport.jointsdgfund.or…
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A 1,600-year-old rock inscribed with early Irish writing was found by a teacher at his home in Coventry, England. The rare artifact offers insight into earlier forms of the Irish language. artnews.com/art-news/news/og…
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During the past few years, we have seen the world transformed by the pandemic, political division and climate change.
Artistic responses to these times created in several genres are on display @WomenInTheArts until 11 August: shorturl.at/tDETZ
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Your support of the AAMC Foundation transcends individual museums; it catalyzes curators worldwide, empowering them in their exhibitions, pursuing innovative research, and amplifying underrepresented artistic voices and cultures. Donate today. bit.ly/3lijf5y
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Introducing the New York Gallery History Project: A joint effort by the Independent art fair and LA's Contemporary Art Library to create a digital archive of key NY gallery exhibitions. This free resource celebrates New York's rich art history.
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As Dr. Lynette Bowring @yalemusic promised in her excellent pre-concert lecture, tonight’s music – and exquisite performance by @Polyhymnianyc – lifted the veil between the heavenly and secular realms. Bravo and thank you to all!!
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Join the U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield on Friday, March 1st for its Annual Meeting and a celebratory conference at Columbia University in New York City.
Attendance -- virtual and in person-- is free, but registration is required. Register now: buff.ly/42LdaG7
