By Dwi Rubiyanti Kholifah (Ruby)  When I arrived in New York for the 69th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69), I carried more than just my suitcase. I brought READ ARTICLE >

Countering polarization and radicalization in a divided world  The internet has transformed the way conflicts arise and spread. Online platforms can fuel division, but they can also be harnessed to build bridges, counter READ ARTICLE >

Working towards more equal international development In conversations with local partners in the Philippines, we asked about their experiences working with donors. What followed was an outpouring of troubling stories: donors who dictated READ ARTICLE >

Next week, governments, UN organizations, and civil society groups will gather in New York for the 69th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) – the leading global platform for READ ARTICLE >

On March 8th, International Women's Day, we honor the strength and resilience of women who break barriers and fight against inequality. This year, #IWD2025 focuses on #AccelerateAction: speeding up the fight for gender READ ARTICLE >

On 20 February, Minister Klever unveiled her new policy. After eight months of waiting, what we got was a plan centred on centralisation and control in The Hague. This comes at the expense READ ARTICLE >

From January 26 to February 3, 2025, Nairobi and Mombasa became the focal points for an international exchange on Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism (P/CVE). Organized by JISRA and Mensen met een Missie, READ ARTICLE >

Update February 24, 2025 The situation in eastern Congo remains deeply concerning. After taking control of Bukavu, M23 has continued its advance towards the border of Uvira, where the Congolese army (FARDC) and READ ARTICLE >

A conversation with Nageeba Hassan Tegulwa In conflict-ridden Uganda, a young Nageeba Hassan Tegulwa started her career as a teacher, determined to make a difference. However, she soon realized that teaching alone was READ ARTICLE >