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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EU STRATEGY ON THE RIGHTS OF THE CHILD

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Children and teenagers are raising their voices on issues that matter to their generation and calling for adults to create a better future. The new EU Strategy on the Rights of the Child aims to better protect all children, fulfil their rights and place them at the centre of EU policy making.

2021 International Press Freedom Awards (CPJ)

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CPJ honors brave journalists at annual ceremony. Awardees from around the world are recognized for their contributions to press freedom

Chinese journalist, Palestinian journalist and Pegasus Project receive 2021 RSF Press Freedom Awards

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The 2021 Reporters Without Borders (RSF) Press Freedom Awards, announced today, have been given to the Chinese journalist Zhang Zhan in the courage category, the Palestinian journalist Majdoleen Hassona in the independence category and the Pegasus Project in the impact category.

Dream Together Seoul Forum 2021

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Join the Korea Sports Promotion Foundation for a conference to understand how sport can be used to achieve sustainable development and world peace.

Nesta and Founders Factory Join Forces to Build Ventures for Healthier Lives and Sustainable Futures

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"We announce the launch of Mission Studio, which will create innovative new ventures to solve pressing social problems. Over the next three years, in partnership with the leading venture-builder Founders Factory, we’ll create, spin out, and invest in nine new backable ventures that tackle major health challenges and reduce carbon emissions in the home." Matt Seden

FORUM ASIA: Impunity Report in South Asia

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This series of publications, ‘Impunity Report in South Asia’ summarises the research outcome on the institutionalised impunity in seven South Asian countries; Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan and Maldives.

Stanford PACS China Social Innovation Summit 2021

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SSIR China Social Innovation Summit 2021 will be held virtually on November 17-18, 2021 Beijing Time (November 16-17 Eastern & Pacific Time). The Summit will explore the topic “New Connectivity Creating New Momentum,” along with the subtopics of Stakeholder-Driven Economy, Technology for Human Benefits, New Power, and Social Design.

Statement by IDA and IDDC as COP 26 takes place

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This statement is being issued by the International Disability Alliance (IDA) and the International Disability and Development Consortium (IDDC) as COP 26 – the United Nations Climate Change Conference is taking place.

United Nations Development Programme’s Business Call to Action teams up with Yunus Social Business to help reach the Sustainable Development Goals.

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BERLIN, Germany - 14 October 2022 - Business Call to Action (BCtA) and Yunus Social Business (YSB) today announced their collaboration to create new opportunities for inclusive and social businesses in low- and middle-income markets. BCtA and YSB will bring together their expertise and networks to increase progress towards reaching the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

WATER SHORTAGES RAISE CONCERNS OF CHOLERA RE-EMERGING IN HAITI THREE MONTHS AFTER EARTHQUAKE

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Water shortages in Haiti are increasing the risk to children’s health three months after a massive earthquake, with concerns that cholera could re-emerge in the Caribbean nation that was on track to eliminate the deadly disease, Save the Children warned.

International Day for Tolerance 16 November

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In 1996, the UN General Assembly (by resolution 51/95) invited UN Member States to observe the International Day for Tolerance on 16 November. This action followed up on the United Nations Year for Tolerance, 1995, proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in 1993 at the initiative of UNESCO, as outlined in the Declaration of Principles on Tolerance and Follow-up Plan of Action for the Year.

John Kerry launches First Movers Coalition at COP26 (WEF)

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The First Movers Coalition has been launched at COP26. The partnership between US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry and the World Economic Forum will accelerate demand for zero-carbon technology. Here's a summary of key talking points from the coalition's launch.

Global Volunteering Leadership Summit, December 3 - December 5 2021

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The International Association for Volunteer Effort is pleased to announce the United Arab Emirates as the host country of the 26th IAVE World Volunteer Conference. After a rigorous selection process, the Emirates Foundation in Abu Dhabi has been chosen as the host organization for this premier global event.

Book presentation and discussion Alaa Abd El-Fattah "You have not yet been defeated"

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Heinrich Böll Foundation is organizing a presentation of the book written by activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah

ActionAid responds to the shocking level of exclusion at COP26

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It's shocking that so much of civil society cannot observe the negotiations

COP26 declaration on accelerating the transition to 100% zero emission cars and vans

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Major car manufactures agree on shift to zero emissions cars and vans but the biggest car makers like VW are not part of it.

Media Release: New Private Sector Support for Biodiversity - H&M Group Announces Multi-Year Contribution to IPBES

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Multinational clothing retailer H&M Group announces 4-year non-earmarked financial contribution to the work of IPBES IPBES to undertake expert assessment on impact and dependency of business on biodiversity and nature’s contributions to people

FUTURE POLICY AWARD: Protection from Hazardous Chemicals

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This is why in 2021, the Future Policy Award is dedicated to the most effective policy solutions that minimise the adverse effects of exposure to chemicals on human health, with a focus on children’s health, and the environment. The Award highlights that solutions do exist; solutions that are ambitious and impactful.

UN Awards Ceremony Celebrates Innovative Climate Solutions

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(Glasgow, 8 November 2021) – This week, eleven game-changing initiatives will be celebrated as winners of the prestigious UN Global Climate Action Awards during the UN Climate Change Conference COP26 in Glasgow.

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