Gender Equality

Toni Morrison’s short story about two girls – one black, one white – gives no clue about which is which.

The world today is home to the largest generation of young people in history. But in many places, they lack prospects. Sport is a proven means of empowering young people to actively work for change in their societies.

Colombia remains marked by violence, and women and girls suffer particularly. The social enterprise “Proyecto Florecer” provides targeted support.

A novel by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni tells the story of Jind Kaur, the last sovereign Sikh monarch

In a series of short films, six young directors reinterpret traditional stories and link them to current socio-political issues such as domestic violence, forced marriage and the role of women.

German edition of “New Daughters of Africa” anthology presents Black female authors.

Zanzibar is one of Africa’s most popular tourist destinations. By guiding visitors through their spice gardens, women are also beginning to benefit from this popularity in an otherwise still patriarchal society.

Oswald Tuyizere’s legs are disabled after an infection with polio as a child. The challenges that he faced during his education encouraged him to create an easier world for children with disabilities.

That masses of young people around the world only get information about sexuality online is dangerous.

Today, the dowry provides an opportunity to celebrate together and strengthens the cultural identity, customs and traditions that are passed on from one generation to the next.