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Vital Voices Kicks Off Women’s History Month with an Interactive Art Exhibit at the United Nations and our 17th Annual Global Mentoring Walks
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Vital Voices Kicks Off Women’s History Month with an Interactive Art Exhibit at the United Nations and our 17th Annual Global Mentoring Walks

Media are invited to capture stories of change and inspiration NEW YORK, March 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In celebration of Women’s History Month, Vital Voices Global Partnership, an organization dedicated to empowering women leaders worldwide, announces two initiatives aimed at honoring and inspiring women across the globe. March 1 – 22 – Vital Voices...

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Vital Voices 10th Annual “Voices of Solidarity” Awards Honors Four Remarkable Male Allies in the Fight for Women’s Rights

Legendary Skateboarder Tony Hawk, Rep. Jimmy Gomez (CA-34), Human Rights Activist Fallu Sowe, and Social Justice Artist Omaid Sharifi were honored by Philanthropist & Fashion Designer Diane von Furstenberg and Vital Voices President & CEO Alyse Nelson for their work in advancing gender equality. New York, N.Y., Dec. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — To mark...

Telecom Namibia’s internet, voices services restored
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Telecom Namibia’s internet, voices services restored

Telecom Namibia has resolved disruptions to internet and voice services that occurred nationwide on Monday and early Tuesday morning. In a Tuesday statement, the company attributed the outages to technical difficulties stemming from cable theft in multiple areas, including Windhoek, Okahandja and Katima Mulilo. “We again urge all to please report any suspicious behaviour regarding...

Africa: ‘To Silence the Guns We Must Raise the Voices for Peace’
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Africa: ‘To Silence the Guns We Must Raise the Voices for Peace’

This article provides an understanding of the interplay between geopolitics and economics, and of the impact of that dynamic global political economy. The tests ahead are interconnected and have vast potential as economic disruptors. The trajectory of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the Israeli war with Hamas heightens concerns about the global economy. These shocks have...

Young voices on education in emergencies
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Young voices on education in emergencies

Global Campaign for Education board member and former Namibia National Students Organisation president Esther Simon says young people are witnessing first-hand the devastating effects of conflict, natural disasters, and displacement. She was speaking during the Global Advocacy Workshop on Education in Emergencies in Ethiopia last week. The workshop aimed to capacitate young people on education...

Podcast amplifies diverse youth voices
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Podcast amplifies diverse youth voices

IN the bustling landscape of digital media, the ‘No Cap’ podcast has emerged as a refreshing and genuine Namibian creation. Founded by a passionate team of four, the podcast serves as a platform to share the untold stories of Namibian people, while engaging a diverse audience with its multifaceted content. Led by Absai Kashe, Ananias...

Afrobarometer receives $400,000 grant from Luminate to amplify grass-roots’ voices using data-driven insights
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Afrobarometer receives $400,000 grant from Luminate to amplify grass-roots’ voices using data-driven insights

Afrobarometer (https://www.Afrobarometer.org/), the world’s premier source of high-quality data and analysis on what Africans are thinking, is delighted to announce a partnership with Luminate, a global philanthropic organisation committed to social impact and community development. This strategic partnership provides Afrobarometer with a two-year grant of $400,000 aimed at bolstering efforts to promote civic engagement and...