European Green Deal: Putting an end to wasteful packaging, boosting reuse and recycling

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 02Dec
30th nov. The European Commission is proposing new EU-wide rules on packaging, to tackle this constantly growing source of waste and of consumer frustration. On average, each European generates almost 180 kg of packaging waste per year.
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The Global State of Democracy 2022: Forging Social Contracts in a time of Discontent

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 01Dec
The fourth edition of International IDEA’s Global State of Democracy report comes at a time when democracy is under assault around the world. Beyond the lingering pandemic, today’s wars, and a looming global recession lies the challenge of climate and the multi-fold consequences for democratic governance.
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Defining Women’s Economic Empowerment and Resilience (Written by Louise Anten, Women Win)

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 01Dec
Women’s economic empowerment (WEE) basically means enabling women to earn a decent living. It has taken on a variety of definitions and sometimes, even at the highest levels, is used without definition (e.g. the Beijing Platform for Action, or the 2017 UN High Level Panel reports on WEE). Proponents differ in defining the how and why to achieve WEE. How to tackle the wicked problems of poverty....
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Interceptions at sea and returns of migrants and refugees to Libya constitute a crime against humanity

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 01Dec
The European Center for Constitutional and Human Rights (ECCHR), with the support of Sea-Watch, has filed a Communication to the International Criminal Court (ICC) concerning the commission of crimes against humanity against migrants and refugees who have been intercepted at sea and systematically returned to and detained in Libya.
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The HU named UNESCO Artist for Peace

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 30Nov
This Friday, 25 November, Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO, will name the Mongolian heavy metal band The HU as UNESCO Artist for Peace at a ceremony at the Organization's Headquarters.
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Social Europe Conference on the future of social protection and the welfare state (1st Dec, 2022)

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 30Nov
“Social Europe is the answer!": Register for the Social Europe Conference on the future of social protection and the welfare state co-organised by SOLIDAR and Social Platform.
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ILO: Jobs in Asia and the Pacific record modest recovery while future growth prospects remain challenging

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 30Nov
Region’s labour market yet to get back on pre-crisis track while clear need exists to drive decent work in sectors employing the majority of workers.
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PEOPLE POWERED NOV UPDATE: November news: Lessons from Brazil & Chile, research grants, new team members

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 29Nov
In this month’s newsletter: Why the new Chilean constitution was rejected and what we can learn from it Ollin founder joins People Powered staff Five global leaders join the People Powered board Meet the recipients of our first research grants Featured resources What we’re reading Upcoming events Funding opportunities What to do
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Ford Foundation Launches $80 Million Initiative to Bolster Civil Society in the Global South

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 29Nov
New York, NY - October 4, 2022 — The Ford Foundation today announced an $80 million program to build the resilience of civil society organizations in the Global South. Developed with partners in eight regions in Asia, Africa, and Latin America, Weaving Resilience will strengthen and connect civil society organizations and movements on the frontlines of the fight for social justice.
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Global Forum against Racism and Discrimination 2022

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 28Nov
The second edition of the Global Forum against Racism and Discrimination - The Road towards a Rights-based Recovery from the COVID-19 Pandemic - will be held in Mexico City, Mexico, on 28-29 November 2022.
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