“EduGaming in Diverse Communities” is a project within the programme “Divided Past – Joint Future”, implemented by the organisation OKC Banjaluka, in cooperation with several other SEEYN members. The programme has been designed to support initiatives focusing on social innovation for peace and reconciliation in the region. The main target groups are marginalised children and […]
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Apraajita – I will not give in
Traditionally and culturally, India has followed patriarchal social system where men hold the power and women are mostly excluded from it. They are not involved in decision making process, are considered weaker to men, do not get share in family property and are first to compromise due to social pressure. With aim of encouraging active […]
Why are they dying and why is nobody helping them?
It all started with a question, as simple as provoking: why are they dying and why is nobody helping them? Open Arms was created to provide a concrete and immediate answer. The mission of the non-governmental, non-profit organisation is to protect people who try to reach Europe fleeing from war, persecution and poverty. Adapting their […]
Gender Blender and GEWG
Are IVS activities effective to promote gender rights, sexual and personal bodily autonomy? What is the IVS impact on gender issues? Considering the amount of approaches available on these themes, it is legitimate to reflect about the contribution that workcamps and intercultural projects can offer to make steps forward on this topic. Among the instruments […]
Without gender rights, there are no human rights
Why are we here today? Why are you here today? What made you get involved in your respective organisations? What made you want to help? To change things, to make the world a better place? Today we are celebrating the Gender Rights day. Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right, but a necessary […]
Right to Food and Housing
The right to life is at the basis of any Human Rights, and its protection and guarantee must be at the top of the priorities of the responsible authorities and governments. It is the right of every woman, man, youth and child to gain and sustain a safe and secure home and community in which […]
Right to Food and Housing: a Southern Africa Perspective
Quoting the 2017 World Food Prize Laureate Dr Akinwumi Adesina’s “Vision Statement”, economic diversification and lasting wealth creation begin with sustainable food production, vibrant agriculture sector and decent housing for all. The right to food and decent housing as enshrined by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights should address the plight of women, children, homeless […]
Ahero Resource Center
CIVS Kenya is a community development organization fighting poverty through various Volunteering and Community Development programs in Kenya. Volunteering with CIVS Kenya provides you with the chance to share your skills and make a difference. They offer Short Term, Long Term and weltwärts volunteer projects. Their Community Development Program focuses on the areas of Food […]
Volunteering for Peace in Athens
Volunteering for Peace is a co-creative project established by SCI Hellas in cooperation with the Community of Afghan migrants and refugees in Greece, the Ivory Coast community and other refugee and migrant communities and organizations within Athens. This project runs from August 1st till September 30th, involving 18 volunteers from different European countries consisting of […]
Freedom of Movement in the Global Human Rights Week
Humanity has always moved all around the world since its early ages. People travel for several reasons, such as study, work, holidays. But they are often also forced to move to flee persecutions, wars, economic crisis and natural disasters. Most of them travel to escape the violence, but also to improve the living conditions and […]