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Young Africans turn more optimistic on Trump, survey finds
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A new 16-country survey finds roughly three in five young Africans think Donald Trump’s second term could improve their countries’ prospects, even as concerns persist over USAID cuts and U.S. access to African resources.
Thai companies move on human rights, but worker gaps remain
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New research from Mahidol University finds that leading Thai companies are adopting human rights policies and oversight, but migrant workers still report poor conditions and weak grievance access.
Grouphorse Chairman Xing Tang pushes global coastal protection network at UN forum
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Xing Tang, chairman of Grouphorse Group, delivered a statement at UN Headquarters in New York on July 15 for Green Friends, using a Manhattan shoreline cleanup to argue for a global network of locally led coastal protection.
VIS pitches Moldova as the world’s second fully green country
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VIS, a political initiative in formation, wants Moldova to follow Bhutan’s model and pursue a verified status as the world’s second fully green country.
Saudi Arabia to host second Global Social Responsibility Forum in October
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Saudi Arabia will host the second International Social Responsibility Forum in Riyadh on Oct. 5-6, 2026, drawing more than 3,000 participants and over 100 speakers.
Riyadh to host second Global CSR Forum in 2026
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Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development will bring world leaders, investors and regulators to Riyadh on 5-6 October 2026 for the second Global CSR Forum.
Report says sexual violence survivors in South Asia face steep barriers to compensation
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A new SAMAJ report finds that survivors of sexual violence across South Asia often cannot access the compensation they are legally entitled to because schemes are underfunded, slow and unevenly enforced.
Seafood Legacy, Nikkei ESG set sustainable seafood summit for October in Tokyo
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Seafood Legacy Co., Ltd. and Nikkei ESG will host The Sustainable Seafood Summit 2026 in Tokyo from Oct. 21-23, bringing together seafood industry stakeholders to discuss sustainability, transparency and supply-chain resilience.
Zero Waste Foundation brings COP31 push to Geneva
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The Zero Waste Foundation used a two-day Geneva diplomacy push on July 6-7 to line up support for COP31 implementation work on circular economy, clean energy, climate finance and health.
UN forum side event pushes volunteer ecosystems and youth leadership
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At a 2026 United Nations High-level Political Forum side event in New York, volunteer leaders and young representatives argued that stronger volunteer systems, safer digital tools and youth-led action are essential to delivering the Sustainable…
UN forum side event links AI accountability, sustainability and youth participation
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At a July 10 side event of the 2026 UN High-level Political Forum in New York, experts and seven youth speakers from China and Singapore argued that AI must support green transition, inclusive infrastructure and public trust.
AMMWEC presses Congress on antisemitism bills after Capitol Hill advocacy day
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AMMWEC led more than 50 interfaith leaders in 27 meetings on Capitol Hill to push bipartisan support for antisemitism and religious-freedom legislation.
Nine groups launch coalition to push Canada’s infrastructure agenda
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Nine national organizations have formed the Canadian Infrastructure Report Card Coalition to press for more infrastructure funding, better data and stronger asset management ahead of the next federal budget.
ALLATRA GRC raises early-warning case against stigmatization at OSCE meeting in Vienna
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ALLATRA Global Research Center brought a preventive lens on stigmatization, dehumanization and early warning signs to an OSCE human rights meeting in Vienna on June 29-30, 2026. The group argued that repeated smear campaigns and hostile narratives…
400-plus scholars and leaders demand release of Tunisian politician Rached Ghannouchi
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An international coalition of more than 400 scholars, former officials and human rights leaders is pressing Tunisia to free Rached Ghannouchi, who was sentenced in June 2026 to life in prison plus 30 years.
NAACP California Hawaii backs Prop 38 medical research initiative
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The NAACP California Hawaii State Conference has endorsed Prop 38, a November California ballot measure that would direct $8.4 billion toward immunology research, competitive grants and a new statewide institute.
EU, LGCC and RNTC launch Libya media development program
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The European Union, Libya’s Government Communication Centre and RNTC launched a two-year media development program in Tripoli on July 15, 2026, aimed at strengthening journalists, media institutions and the country’s digital media ecosystem.
Global Fishing Watch adds science and board leaders
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Global Fishing Watch on July 14, 2026 named six members to its science advisory board and announced three new directors, a leadership refresh aimed at strengthening scientific rigor, governance and global reach.
ICAIE estimates the global illegal economy at $6 trillion a year
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The International Coalition Against Illicit Economies said Tuesday that illicit markets now generate at least $6 trillion annually worldwide.
Let Them Go launches ICE detention short film during World Cup quarterfinals
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The Let Them Go campaign has released “ICE Ball,” a short film timed to the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals to highlight children and families held in ICE detention near host cities.
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