COP 28: Why global carbon pricing and trading platforms are false solutions Published: 17 November 2023 Analysis Article 6 of the Paris Agreement proposes global carbon pricing and offset mechanisms that will expand carbon trading to an unprecedented scale and jeopardize life on the planet. By Tamra Gilbertson and Tom BK Goldtooth
Book: Current Electoral Processes in Southeast Asia. Regional Learnings Published: 16 November 2023 Book Six experts from different asian countries discuss the issues, consequences and expactations of elections in Southeast asia.
Compromise Transitional Committee Outcome Falls Short of Expectations and Climate Justice Published: 15 November 2023 Analysis With the specter of failure looming, the Transitional Committee adopted a last-minute package of recommendations for the new Loss and Damage Fund (LDF), which needs to be approved at COP28. Why is no one happy with it? By Liane Schalatek
We cannot lose sight of the two-state solution Published: 15 November 2023 Statement We empathize with the pain and suffering of all Israelis – as well as with the pain and suffering of the Palestinians. A peace perspective requires a political solution that guarantees the right to self-determination and security for both Israel and Palestine.
My voice, My Weapon Published: 12 November 2023 Music video The ‘My Voice, My Weapon’ music video promotes freedom of expression by raising young people's awareness for the role that they have to play in bringing about positive change and sustainable development. It is composed by the African Creative Action Network (ACAN) in partnership with Africans Rising. By African Creative Action Network (ACAN)
Hope on the Horizon Published: 12 November 2023 Music video The ‘Hope on the Horizon’ music video depicts the Africa that the young artists would like to see: A strong, united, prosperous Africa. The ‘artivists’ (artists + activists) creatively remind us of things that are holding back Africa’s economic take-off and the elements on which it must rely for its sustainable development. The music video is composed by ACAN (African Creative Action Network) in collaboration with Africans Rising. By African Creative Action Network (ACAN)
A sad state of affairs for young politically minded artists in Kenya Published: 12 November 2023 Commentary Art can be a disruptive form of expression and a powerful tool to shift existing political and social realities. However, in Kenya, the creative industry is often corrupt, and the government ignores many young artists, especially those who speak up for democracy and human rights. The Kenyan psychologist and human rights defender Salima Macharia shares some insights gained through her daily work with young artivists (artist + activist) from informal settlements in Nairobi. By Salima Macharia
"We are all part of the system and therefore can be part of the solution." Published: 12 November 2023 Music video The "Missing Voices" human rights network from Kenya which grew out of the Police Reforms Working Group Kenya (PRWG-K) is fighting on the front line to end the vicious cycle of police abuse of power. They partnered with Juliani, Flawless Konya, Mugureness, Anthem Republiq, and Abudabi Tembekali to create ‘Uwaga’ a music video aimed to inspire Kenyans to stand up against police brutality by illustrating the power of unity and re-imagining a nation whose principles are founded on equality and justice. By Missing voices network - Kenya
In another story Published: 12 November 2023 Video This spoken word piece by Loveth Liberty explores how a rising young Nigerian population could inspire 'another story' much different from today's reality. By Loveth Liberty
Empowering young Black people in the Leadership Programme Published: 9 November 2023 Video The Thought Leadership Programme at Triangle Project was identified to address the historical legacies of Apartheid South Africa. Young Black LGBTQI+ people in South Africa still bear the brunt of our history and do not have innovative and structured places to create social mobility to participate in the democratic agenda. These young LGBTQI+ people are often left out in contributing to change and governance due to the lack of a good civic education which not only plagues South Africa but the African continent at large. By Triangle Project