The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has called for applications from qualified women to fill its vacant posts including the post of national programme specialist (UN women). Because of this the government of Uganda is committed to UN reform and has requested the UN system in the country to accelerate its efforts towards greater […]
News Release: Principles intended to encourage socially and environmentally responsible investments generally fail to do so, according to the first comprehensive review of their use — published today by the International Institute for Environment and Development. A growing number of investors have signed up to such principles for various reasons, from improving reputation to minimising […]
Thirty five years ago, discontent with their educational system and other social evils of apartheid, a group of youth with confidence, boldness and determination revolted against the system, as the only way to make their voices heard and consequently bring about a positive change. These youths recognized that their future destiny rested squarely in their […]
Press release –International Institute of Environment and Develop Brazil’s Amazonas state has important lessons for the rest of the nation and other developing countries as they search for green and sustainable economies, says a new report published by the International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED). The report will be launched at the Commonwealth Forestry […]