Newsletter No. 61

Mahmoud Assy: "Refuge is a condition, not an identity"

The co-founder of the Kudwa.org Association talks about his experience as a refugee.

School exclusion and learning problems: the consequences of confinement on children in Latin America

A study by the Fundación Comparte analyzes the effects of the pandemic and restrictions on children’s education and health.

A new opportunity for street children in Bobo-Dioulasso

The Girona-based NGO NouSol has revitalized a Day Center for children and young people in the city of Burkina Faso.

Covering our head with a paper bag to avoid facial recognition?

The #PaperBagSociety challenge is part of the campaign #ReclaimYourFace promoted by dozens of European organizations calling on the EU to ban biometric surveillance.

Four cities aspire to be the European Volunteering Capital 2023

The European Volunteer Centre (CEV) has announced as candidates the Italian city of Asti, the Maltese Birgu, the Portuguese Oeiras and the Norwegian municipality of Trondheim.

Social cohesion

One of the most important factors for social cohesion is already in the name: Cohesion. By working together, communicating with each other and networking, we can strengthen our cohesion. 

Indigenous communities rebel in Abya Yala

Hundreds of indigenous communities defend their territories in Latin America, which are home to a third of the continent's forests. Despite their vital work for the survival of the planet, the lives of indigenous men and women are threatened by predatory extractivism.

What can we expect from the role of a trustee?

10 are the essential elements a trustee of a foundation should have to help an easy functioning of the organisation.