The Paralympic Games fails to increase disabled people’s participation in sport
Although the Paralympics is an inspiration to many, it reportedly does not realistically encourage disabled people to become involved in sport.
The 17 goals
Explore each of the 17 Global Goals and learn about the progress being made with each of them.
Haiti cholera outbreak ‘stopped in its tracks’
There have been no new cases of cholera in Haiti for a whole year, demonstrating a serious improvement in healthcare, adequate sanitation and clean water.
End discrimination against women and children affected by leprosy
Following World Leprosy Day (26 January), the extremely unjust treatment of people suffering with leprosy has been brought into questioning.
Climate crisis: we are not individuals fighting a faceless system – we are the system that needs to change
Although the climate crisis can seem like an overwhelming and uncontrollable issue, we collectively have the power to make a positive difference to our planet.
Palm oil: research shows that new plantations produce double the emissions of mature ones
The negative impacts of palm oil plantations on the environment are set to increase, so what should be done about this?
Healthcare’s a human right, not ‘a privilege for the rich’ UNAIDS argues at Davos
Quality healthcare should be accessible to everyone, despite economic inequalities. This is an issue being raised at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos.
Laurence Fox: Thanks for letting me talk about the inequality rife in UK’s entertainment industry
Reports show the complete lack of diversity in the film, television and radio industries, yet some people are still in denial of these inequalities.
How some plastic packaging helps protect the environment
Plastic food packaging often comes under the microscope in terms of environmental consciousness, but the issue is more complex than we may think.
Four ways to reduce the carbon in your food basket
The way you shop seriously impacts the environment, so it’s important to consider how the food is manufactured, transported and packaged. But you can make positive choices.
Anxiety and depression: why doctors prescribe gardening not drugs
The healing power of nature should not be undermined and is arguably more desirable than medicine for mental health.