The positive connection between women, their economic empowerment, the growth of economies, and communities' well-being is increasingly recognized worldwide.
While many private companies have made strides in building their own resilience against climate change, they have been less engaged in building climate-resilient communities.
Six out of ten Central American women on their way through Mexico are victims of sexual violence, according to reports from Amnesty International.
Mexico and Central America's Northern Triangle, which covers El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras, are facing a deep public security crisis. Homicide rates are among the highest globally.
This project will train up to 36 emerging climate change leaders in the field of adaptation finance, which funds efforts to adapt to climate change impacts.
Why is it that urban communities characterised by similar conditions of social exclusion confront different levels of violence?
This study will adopt a groundbreaking approach to understanding and responding to urban violence in two cities: Cape Town and Rio de Janeiro.
Recent policy initiatives suggest that efforts are underway to improve the traditionally limited support granted to science, technology and innovation (STI) activities in Peru.
Because roots, tubers, and bananas are food crops primarily traded in local markets, their prices are not subject to the volatility that affects global markets for staple grains such as wheat and maize.
Higher education plays an important role in helping developing countries reach their development goals. Yet, higher education institutions in many developing countries face a number of challenges.