by Faith Elisaria, Asst. Lead – Policy and Advocacy , CYCN. “Peace is born of unity. Unity is born of a shared purpose. We cannot talk of peace if people are hungry, unemployed, divided by ignorance, or denied their dignity. True peace is not merely the absence of war, but the presence of justice, equality, …
COP 30: International Day of Peace: Youth, Climate Action and A Shared Future Read More »
Donald J. Trump President United States of America Dear Mr. President, I write with deep concern regarding the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk. This devastating incident reflects the harsh reality of our times where lives are cut short due to political and religious differences, and where violence continues to undermine the sanctity of human life. …
by Adedoyin Ajayi In what the BBC has dubbed Nepal’s worst unrest in decades, the country has been rocked by violent protests that have claimed lives and left several more injured. In this interview, I speak with Sneha Dev, a teacher and HR Assistant from Biratnagar, Nepal. She discusses the motivations behind the protests, the …
by Immanuel Mwendwa Kiilu Africa’s conflicts frequently spill across national borders, fueled by the unchecked movement of small arms and light weapons. An estimated 40 million small arms are currently in circulation across the continent, with about 80 percent believed to be held by civilians, often beyond effective state control. These weapons transform local disputes …
by Nathan Fisho Peace is a term we often encounter in mission statements, ceremonies, and community declarations. Yet, when it is spoken with true intention, it still carries a profound weight. That was the lasting impression left by the recent Sacred Paths to Peace: An Intergenerational Conversation webinar, held in July as part of the …
Sacred Listening: Reflections on Peace, Faith, and the Intergenerational Call Read More »
by Joyce Wachau Chege Yesterday was June 25. It was just a few hours ago, I keep telling myself, over and over and over again. In the bus on my way to work, I watch as life goes by, as if nothing had happened. By the time I alight, two work bags well balanced on …
When Womanhood becomes a Battlefield and a Crime Read More »
by Imran Bacchus Many of the young people frowned up by society or who are deemed “troubled” have a past or story that haunts them. Many were raised in broken homes with limited access to resources. They may also have been victims of trauma, with no means of accessing the support needed at that stage …
Shattered Foundations: How Broken Homes Shape Young Lives Read More »
by Ramna Saeed Sana Yousaf, a minor girl with dreams and hopes recently became prey of institutionalized toxic masculinity. The tragedy escalated when the totality of her identity was reduced to a mere “tiktoker” undermining her identity. This dehumanization is not just irresponsible journalism; it’s a twisted erasure of her personhood. She wasn’t a headline. …
She was a Minor, not a TikToker, Call Sana Yousaf’s murder what it is — A Femicide Read More »
by Imran Bacchus Diplomacy remains an important facet in today’s volatile and complex world. Diplomacy has helped shape The Caribbean’s and the Western hemisphere’s policies and frameworks that ensure security and foster economic development. This crucial component of international relations has contributed to the shared values and interests in the region. Through its various approaches, …
The Importance of Diplomacy in Today’s Dynamic and Complex World Read More »
by Imran Bacchus Recently, the entire country of Guyana united in sadness and outrage after an 11-year-old girl was found dead in a hotel swimming pool under suspicious circumstances. There have been questions about the initial handling of the girl’s disappearance by the police, with some accusing them of collusion and lack of integrity. On …
Death of 11-y-o girl and ‘the failure of Guyana Police System’ Read More »
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