What is it?

S4G, the un-mediated, not moderated social platform

Have you ever thought you have something to “express” with a social dimension but never had the opportunity to do it?

Then S4G is what you are looking for:

  • Open, unrestricted and easy to use
  • Three mediums to choose from: TEXT, VIDEO, PHOTO
  • A way to express your ideas, reflections and expertise, on social issues and broader development and society at large
  • You do not need to be an expert but just passionate about what you share

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25 April, 2024

OECD Ministerial Council Statement and Outcomes

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06/10/2021 - OECD Ministers have issued a joint statement at the conclusion of this week’s Council meeting at Ministerial level. Under the chairmanship of the United States, with Korea and Luxembourg as vice-chairs, Members met for discussions around the theme "Shared Values: Building a Green and Inclusive Future”.

Ashoka Changemaker Summit 2021

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Join the world’s leading changemakers at the Ashoka Changemaker Summit 2021.

IDA Youth Committee – Exciting developments

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News from the International Disability Alliance's Youth Committee. The Youth Committee members would like to engage as many youth with disabilities as possible in the Summit and would also like to collaborate with other mainstream youth organizations towards the inclusive implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals.

Brazil’s indigenous rights & the future of land stewardship (ASHOKA LIVES)

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Join this program on October 15 to hear from Ashoka Fellows and a Young Changemaker as they reflect in real-time about the impact of this pending ruling on indigenous rights, sustainable land stewardship, and democracy writ-large.

The Ecological Threat Report 2021

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The Ecological Threat Report analyses risk from population growth, water stress, food insecurity, droughts, floods, cyclones, rising temperatures and sea levels. Over the next 30 years, the report finds that 141 countries are exposed to at least one ecological threat by 2050. The report is published by About IEP is an international and independent think tank

From ODI: China in the multilateral development banks: evolving strategies of a new power Research reports ~ Written byChris Humphrey, Yunnan Chen

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In recent years, China has become one of the largest providers of development finance in the world. While much has been written on its bilateral activities via state-directed official lending, less attention has been paid to the multilateral dimension of China’s outward development finance, as the country gradually shifts from being a borrower member of the MDBs to a non-borrower.

Launch of the Unified Volunteering Platform and Unified Conditions of Service

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The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is pleased to launch the new Unified Volunteering Platform (UVP) and Unified Conditions of Service (UCOS). These two key milestones of UNV’s ongoing digital transformation reflect the organization’s commitment to streamline the engagement of dedicated volunteer talent to effectively support UN partners in delivering on the 2030 agenda.

SportWorks TALKS: How is the outdoor sports industry supporting refugees?

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Join SportWorks as they host Marion Haerty and David Malcrida to learn how they are making outdoor sports more accessible to refugees.

GSG Global Impact Summit: Impact Solutions for People and the Planet

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The Global Impact Summit is the GSG’s annual convening of stakeholders from across the impact investment ecosystem.For the last five years this 3-day event has been the leading forum for the impact community to come together, exchange ideas, network, and co-create the future of impact investment.

Analysis: Which countries are historically responsible for climate change? (BY CARBON BRIEF)

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"In this article, Carbon Brief looks at national responsibility for historical CO2 emissions from 1850-2021, updating analysis published in 2019. For the first time, the analysis includes CO2 emissions from land use and forestry, in addition to those from fossil fuels, which significantly alters the top 10."

Sign language app opens new path to learning for Deaf children

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A new Nepali sign language learning app will support Deaf children develop pre-literacy, reading and basic sign language skills. The free app launched on Sept. 23, in recognition of International Day of Sign Languages.

Analysis of 250 companies' climate and human rights disclosures finds gap in specific & meaningful data on risks, targets and key indicators

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European policymakers are currently discussing the proposal presented this April by the EU Commission for a new Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, which will bring about important changes to companies’ disclosure obligations, including the development of much expected mandatory EU sustainability reporting standards.

Global Media and Information Literacy (MIL)

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The 2021 edition of the annual Global Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Week will be commemorated from 24 to 31 October 2021, under the theme “Media and Information Literacy for the Public Good”. It is co-organized by South Africa and UNESCO. Its Feature Conference and Youth Forum will take place online, alongside celebration events around the globe.

35TH UN WATER MEETING

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During the second day of the 35th UN-Water Meeting, participants considered options for themes around which preparations for and the dialogues at the 2023 UN Water Conference could be organized.

International dignitaries and celebrities attend Cameroon’s Global Observance of World Habitat Day 2021

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Yaoundé, Cameroon, 4 October 2021 – This year’s celebration of the Global Observance of World Habitat Day brought together ministers from various countries, mayors, heads of UN agencies, a Nobel Prize winner, an international footballer and representatives of the African Union and local government networks.

UEFA MOBILISES NATIONAL TEAM COACHES TO PROMOTE HEALTHY LIFESTYLES

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October 1, 2021 UEFA is rallying Europe’s national team coaches around a new "Coaches for Health – Feel Well, Play Well" campaign, which draws upon the support of all 55 European football associations to raise awareness of the benefits of focusing on physical activity, nutrition and mental health early in life.

Death By a Thousand Cuts: Leadership and the Demise of Democracy (BY ILA)

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Date & Time: Friday, 8 October, 11:00 EDT/16:00 BST Cost: FREE for ILA Members; $9.95 for Non-Members

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

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September 30, 2021 marks the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day honours the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process.

TOWARDS COP26: PRE-COP AND YOUTH EVENT: “YOUTH4CLIMATE: DRIVING AMBITION”

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6 years after the Paris Climate Agreement appointment in 2021 for strong, global and ambitious action Milan - 28-30 September 2021 - "Youth4Climate: Driving Ambition” Milan - 30 September-2 October 2021 - PreCop26 Glasgow - 1-12 November 2021 - COP26

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