Sozialpolitik
Democracy

Colombians have voted for change

The symbolism – and challenges – of the election victory of Gustavo Petro and his running mate Francia Márquez

Gender equality

Women are particularly disadvantaged in the informal sector

Gender equality matters in both the formal and the informal economy, for example when it comes to finance

Africa

Informal farming in the city

In Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, many farms face an uncertain future

Coronavirus

Dramatically diverging Covid numbers

The dispute between the Indian government and the WHO regarding the Coronavirus death toll

Supply chains

Multi-stakeholder initiative held back by industry lobbies

Textile Partnership has achieved results, but more can be done

Human rights

Sustainability certifications: stricter criteria needed

German government’s Green Button initiative could do even more to ensure social standards

Labour rights

Dangerous cotton harvest

Mostly women pick cotton in Pakistan – they are poorly paid and exposed to health risks

Disabilities

Indonesia’s information gap affecting the disabled

For disabled people in Indonesia, getting access to reliable health information, including on Covid-19, is a particular challenge

Tropical storms

CARICOM plans to boost disaster resilience

Due to global heating, hurricanes are becoming more dangerous in the Caribbean

Blind in Benin

In Benin, the blind struggle to fend for themselves

Benin’s visually impaired people deserve support from government, NGOs and religious charities

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