By working in roles that are typically viewed as being more appropriate for women, men can break down the notions that foster gender inequalities.
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Efforts to regulate the lucrative mining venture are not proving successful due to collusion and corruption.
South Africa’s Constitution protects the rights of citizens. But that’s not enough. Women demonstrate against very high rates of gender violence.
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Higher education needs to do more than produce graduates who can get a job. It should also give students opportunities and a voice when it comes to participating in the economy and broader society.
In many instances, social media appears to be amplifying violence, creating a culture of impunity when perpetrators are not held accountable, and increasing insecurity and suspicion.
Malawian villages operate according to strict hierarchies. NGOs can unsettle these.
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Human rights organisations worry that the UNHCR may be helping refugees return to war zones and, as an enabler of repatriation, are helping Kenya to violate refugees’ rights
Malaysia’s wildlife department seized 50 African rhino horns destined for Vietnam last year.
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Professor in Practice on Environmental Innovation, School of Social and Environmental Sustainability, University of Glasgow, UK, National University of Singapore