Steffen Heizmann is Heinrich Böll Foundation‛s new CEO Published: 28 February 2019 Since 1 March, Steffen Heizmann is the new CEO of the Berlin-based Heinrich Böll Foundation. Prior to that, Heizmann, a political scientist by training, was director of the Foundation‛s International Division.
Procedure for Distribution of 5% Revenue of Natural Resources for Provincial Development Published: 27 February 2019 Investment in infrastructure and channeling the revenues for equal development and enabling economic factors that would precipitate long-lasting and sustaining economic growth is important for making the best use of natural resources.
The return of religious politics Published: 21 February 2019 Interview Religion is back on the political agenda, with various religious issues the subject of intensive political debate. An interview with Ellen Ueberschär, president of the Heinrich Böll Foundation. Dr. Ellen Ueberschär
Born out of crisis: New online newspapers are shaking up Spain’s media landscape Published: 25 March 2019 Background Spain’s political topography and consequently its media landscape have undergone radical change as a consequence of the economic and political crisis of 2008. Thilo Schäfer
Decriminalizing homosexuality in Kenya Published: 15 February 2019 On the 24th of May 2019, Kenya's High Court will decide whether the sections of the Kenyan penal code that proscribe homosexual activity are unconstitutional. The Kenyan National Gay and Lesbian Commission (NGLHRC) has for years been fighting to repeal these laws. Caroline Kioko
A feminist peace in Colombia? Published: 14 February 2019 Analysis The inclusion of a gender perspective in Colombia's peace agreement: past, present, and future. Catalina Ruiz-Navarro
Feminist foreign policy - imperative for a more secure and just world Published: 13 February 2019 Introduction Kristina Lunz and Nina Bernarding, who are leading the Centre for Feminist Foreign Policy in Germany explain why a peaceful world will remain an utopia without a feminist foreign policy. Kristina Lunz, Nina Bernarding
"We need to change the ancient structures largely made by men" Published: 12 February 2019 Interview How can Germany promote social justice and gender equality? An Interview with Minister of State Michelle Müntefering on Germany's role during its two year term at the UN Security Council in 2019 and 2020.
Towards a feminist foreign policy in Myanmar Published: 12 February 2019 Analysis The peace process in Myanmar remains male dominated. While international bodies support an inclusive process, national women’s networks struggle to advocate across ethnic boundaries. Erin Kamler
Canada’s feminist vision for the G7 and beyond Published: 12 February 2019 Analysis How to lobby the G7 countries to implement feminist policies? Canadian civil society organizations are pushing participation from the global south to highlight voices often not heard. Beth Woroniuk