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

Latest Sharings

B+HRs: Addressing Power Imbalance in Global Supply Chain

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This week, more than 350 people from 40+ countries joined the virtual dialogue “Addressing Power Imbalance in Global Supply Chains”, which explored how benchmarking can be used as a lever to address power imbalances in global supply chains, as well as how benchmarks can be used to influence corporate decision making and facilitate access to remedy.

World Public Sector Report 2023

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The World Public Sector Report 2023 examines the role that national institutional and governance innovations and changes that emerged during the COVID-19 pandemic can play in advancing progress towards the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

The World Down Syndrome Awards

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Over 200 people were nominated for the first-ever World Down Syndrome Awards. The awards committee, which included people with Down syndrome and their family members from around the world, was very impressed with all the nominees. They enjoyed learning about all the work that is being done to make the lives of people with Down syndrome better.

OPEN CALL: 2024 RCE APPLICATIONS

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Organisations that are interested in initiating the RCE process and applying to become an RCE are invited to submit a main application document along with the application summary by 15 May 2024 (12:00pm, noon JST) to UNU-IAS.

Nations must go further than current Paris pledges or face global warming of 2.5-2.9°C

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Predicted 2030 emissions must fall by 28-42 per cent for pathway to 2°C and 1.5°C Relentless mitigation and low-carbon transformations essential to narrow emissions gap COP28 and Global Stocktake chance to build greater ambition for next round of climate pledges

Partners in Health: Landmark Clinical Trial Redefines Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis Treatment Options

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EndTB clinical trial offers multiple new shortened drug regimens to treat adults and children with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis Posted on Nov 15, 2023

ICJ: EU: NGOs call on the EU Council to defend EU values in Hungary and Poland in the Article 7 procedure

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Today, the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) and partners have called on the EU General Affairs Council to make full use of procedure under Article 7.1 in addressing concerns about Hungary and Poland. They advocate for strong stance in defending EU values.

RSF: Israel is eradicating journalism in Gaza, with ten reporters killed in three days, 48 since start of war

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Journalism is in the process of being eradicated in the Gaza Strip as a result of Israel’s refusal to heed calls to protect media personnel, says Reporters Without Borders (RSF). The situation is dire for Palestinian journalists trapped in the enclave, where ten have been killed in the past three days, bringing the total media death toll in Gaza since the start of the war to 48.

State of World’s Cash Report 2023

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This third edition of The State of the World’s Cash Report (previously published in 2018 and 2020), represents a neutral and impartial assessment of the current context of CVA as part of humanitarian aid. 

ASHOKA: CHANGEMAKER EDUCATION RESEARCH FORUM

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The Changemaker Education Research Forum (CERF) brings together practitioners and scholars from around the world to enhance the knowledge base of social innovation and changemaking.

ISS: Is the Colombian Special Jurisdiction for Peace a new model of Transitional Justice?

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Is the Colombian Special Jurisdiction for Peace a new model of Transitional Justice? Thursday 23 Nov

Jerry Rosenkranz: A Life

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My Uncle Jerry recently passed. This is a piece about my feelings about him. A truly great authentic person.

UNESCO: The World In Florence – III Edition of the International Festival of the Luoghi Parlanti

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The World In Florence – III Edition of the International Festival of the Luoghi Parlanti The 2023 edition of the International Festival “THE WORLD IN FLORENCE” will focus on the Learning Journey session titled “Places and Cultures in Transitions: Tourism - Unraveling Challenges, Exploring Solutions.”

PEOPLEPOWERED: Your voice matters: Take our survey on digital participation tools

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To effectively engage people in decision-making, providing opportunities for online participation is crucial. But here's the challenge: finding the right tools for different contexts isn't always straightforward.

26 NOV, World Sustainable Transport Day 2023

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ESCAP is commemorating November 26, 2023 as the first World Sustainable Transport Day with the launch of knowledge products and awareness raising tools, as well as dedicating a number of activities to enhancing the knowledge of the public on sustainable transport issues.

IFES: Preparing for Transitional Elections – Challenges and Opportunities for Building Democratic Resilience During Conflict and Other Crises

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Elections can open a new chapter in a country’s history. Particularly following conflicts and other crises, elections carry the weight of enormous expectations, as citizens and the international community hope polls can provide closure and allow the nation to move on.

EU: Agriculture and Fisheries Council, 20 November 2023

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Conclusions on a long-term vision for the EU's rural areas (LTVRA) The Council today approved the conclusions on a long-term vision for the EU's rural areas.

IFRS Sustainability Symposium 2024

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The IFRS Sustainability Symposium 2024 will take place on Thursday 22 February 2024, at the Javits Center, New York City. This will be an in-person event with the option available for virtual attendance.

Call for a United Nations Special Rapporteur on Democracy

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On the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights on 10 December 2023, a special request.

Third session of negotiations on an international plastics treaty advance in Nairobi

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Nairobi, 19 November 2023 – The third session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment (INC-3), concluded today in Nairobi, Kenya, with agreement on a starting point for negotiations at the fourth session (INC-4).

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