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Emergency aid after earthquake in Morocco - In solidarity with our partners

A devastating earthquake has killed, injured or deprived thousands of Moroccans of their livelihoods. We are working in the region and have compiled a list of trusted organizations that are helping in need and rely on donations.

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Climate guardians under threat

Interview

The peatlands of Africa's Cuvette Centrale in the Congo Basin store more carbon than the rainforest that overhangs it. But peat is only valuable as a carbon store if it remains water-saturated and untouched in the soil. An interview with Irene Wabiwa Betoko, International Project Leader, Congo Basin Forest of Greenpeace Africa.

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A Dutch United Left: How the Greens and Labor are Building a Coalition for a Just Green Transition

Commentary

The Dutch Greens and Labor Party are joining forces. Short-term to win the upcoming elections, form a left-wing, progressive coalition government, and reclaim the Prime Ministership. Long-term to offer a comprehensive, compelling vision for the future, in which a green well-being economy, security of existence, and social and climate justice are central. An exciting development with valuable insights for coalition-builders anywhere.

By Mareike Moraal

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#StandWithUkraine

We declare our full solidarity with Ukraine. We stand by the side of our Ukrainian partners and colleagues and, at the same time, by the side of our partners in Russian civil society who are beset by harsh repression.

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A half-hearted effort: The G20’s Finance Track

Analysis

The G20 Presidency rotation among middle income countries is expected to give a voice to poor nations. The Finance Track aims to address debt crises and climate finance gaps, but obstacles from developed nations have led India's Presidency to focus on softer options.

By C.P. Chandrasekhar

Proposed EU-India FTA

Analysis

Negotiations on a free trade agreement (FTA) between the European Union (EU) and India have restarted in July 2022. India, in particular, has recently increased the scale of its engagement in FTAs with several developed countries and has responded to EU’s multiple calls to rekindle the moribund FTA after a hiatus of nearly nine years.

By Ranja Sengupta

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Publications

Feminist Development Policy: A Pathway towards feminist global Collaboration

This recommendation paper offers development practitioners and organisations some reflections to shift international development policy towards intersectional Feminist Global Collaboration.

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Data for Environmentally Sustainable and Inclusive Urban Mobility

E-Paper

This report specifically examines the opportunities that exist for U.S. cities to use mobility data to improve transportation's environmental sustainability, accessibility, and equity.

Mobility Data for a Just Transition:

E-Paper

This strategy paper considers possible ways to use mobility data for improving environmental sustainability and equitable access to transportation in Germany.