Opinion

Manifesto against empty discourses in the third sector.

Reflection on how volunteering sustains local communities, builds  trust, and acts as social glue in times of polarization.

To build a world without violence, a world where Peace is the most valuable thing, we need young people!

We join the voices calling for an immediate ceasefire, unrestricted humanitarian access and absolute respect for civilian life.

“To guarantee the continuity of the sector, it is essential that institutions and society as a whole promote training and support programs for new artisans.”

The Covid-19 pandemic exposed wage and severance theft in the garment industry, leaving thousands of workers unpaid. Major brands, including Adidas, refuse to take responsibility, despite owing millions. A coalition of labor rights groups proposes a Severance Guarantee Fund to protect workers. Without urgent action, future crises will leave workers just as vulnerable.

Every 12 minutes, a girl dies as a direct result of female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C). That’s 5 girls in an hour, 120 girls a day, 44,320 girls every year. These are not just numbers—they represent real lives, dreams and futures lost to a practice without a medical purpose.

A bridge of cultures: travels, learning, and commitment to Senegal.