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to OneWorld South Asia. Bringing together a network
of people and groups working for human rights and sustainable
development from across the globe.
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The ongoing global economic crisis is going to increase unemployment worldwide. Director-General of ILO says it is about time that all governments of the world work in a coordinated manner to combat this phenomenon of joblessness.
22-10-2008
A new world record was set during October 17-19 when over 116 million people stood up worldwide against poverty and for the Millennium Development Goals. Asia had the highest numbers of 73 million, of which 14 million were from India and another 13 million from Bangladesh.
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17-11-2008
To combat cyber crimes against children, International Telecommunication Union has launched a new initiative to create a safer cyberspace for young users. Child Online Protection will identify hidden dangers and promote practical tools to minimise risks.
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20-11-2008
Despite numerous attempts by NATO-led forces to win the hearts and minds of Afghans, the distrust and fear among local populations is only growing. Gordon Adam of Media Support Solutions says radio can bring the message of peace for they relate positively when communicated as equals.
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Insatiable US companies want more
20-08-2008
Indo-US agriculture deal known as Knowledge Initiative on Agriculture announced three years ago is being used to open up India's agriculture market to American MNCs. US agri-giants Monsanto, Cargill and Archer Daniels Midland now find it inadequate and want a complete overhaul of the sector.
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Demise of microfinance will prove devastating
20-11-2008
The on-going global credit crisis has already started impacting the poor in South Asia. For close to four decades microfinance programmes in the region had supported small borrowers to set up small businesses and helped them come out of the vicious cycle of poverty.
2008-11-14 15:44:08
UNFPA’s latest publication: State of the World Population Report 2008 argues that culturally sensitive approaches are critical for the realisation of human rights and gender equality. The report’s Youth Supplement showcases the role of young people in thus meeting new challenges.
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Image: A culture lens for development / Photo credit: UNFPA
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OneWorld South Asia''s Seventh
Annual Regional Meeting on February 8-9, 2008, at New Delhi, focused on Southern voices and
perspectives on the Climate Change debate.
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