Global progress and unity are bringing us closer than ever to ending poverty. For most of human history, poverty was seen as inevitable, a permanent condition for the majority of the world’s people. Yet in the past two centuries, humankind has made extraordinary progress in overcoming it. What was once considered an unchangeable reality is […]
From Problem to Solution: Pew’s Plan to Beat Plastic Our oceans don’t have to be plastic soup. A cleaner, brighter future is within reach. Around the world, bold efforts are turning the tide on plastic pollution, proving that together we can protect wildlife, people, and the planet. Plastic pollution is a global challenge, but one […]
“In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.”
Albert Einstein
What if, just for one day, the entire world pressed pause on conflict. Imagine a day dedicated to harmony, where weapons are silenced, and people everywhere turn their thoughts toward peace. Today, September 21, we observe the International Day of Peace, a United Nations-sanctioned day dedicated to the ideals of global non-violence and the aspiration […]
Legal Victory for People and the Planet For the first time in history, the fight against climate change has been recognized as a fundamental human right. This landmark affirmation empowers citizens, reinforces international responsibility, and signals a new era in which protecting our planet is not just a choice – it’s a legal obligation. In […]
A Bond Forged Over Millennia Dogs (Canis familiaris) have lived alongside humans longer than any other domesticated animal, potentially for 15,000 to 40,000 years. First bred from wolves, they’ve evolved through human-guided selection into beings of loyalty, empathy, and cooperation. These traits made dogs invaluable as hunters, herders, protectors, and today, as emotional and medical […]
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.”
MARGARET MEAD, AMERICAN ANTHROPOLOGIST (1901-1978)
From pollinators to protectors, animals have always helped shape and sustain our world. Since the dawn of humanity, animals have walked alongside us, not just as companions or sources of food but as essential partners in maintaining the health of our planet and improving human life. From the wild wolves of ancient forests to the […]
Have you ever come across a poem in a situation outside of school? Maybe you thought, “Ugh,” not wanting to even glance at it, much less read it. Or perhaps you’re the type who rejoices, loving the feel, texture, or emotions of the words and what they invoke. More likely, you fall somewhere in the […]
Celebrating the global power of friendship to connect, heal, and inspire Every year on July 30, people around the world pause to celebrate one of life’s most cherished treasures: friendship. The International Day of Friendship, established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2011, is more than a simple feel-good celebration. It’s a powerful reminder […]
