The global pandemic caused by COVID-19 requires a greater coordinated response on many policy levels, but particularly to ensure food security and nutrition for billions of people in the vast Asia-Pacific region, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) reported today. FAO’s Regional Office for Asia and […]

By External SourceJun 22 2020 (IPS-Partners) For generations, elephants have been inextricably tied to the lands of Mondulkiri in Cambodia. The people who call this place their home — the indigenous Bunong community — share a unique bond with the gentle giants of the land. It is a relationship that […]

Issue Post June 22, 2020 How to ensure effective government responses as COVID-19 spreads to rural areas Katrina Kosec Catherine Ragasa Rural residents face a distinct set of pandemic challenges.

Countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar Source: Educo Educo says children living in the world’s largest refugee camp now face heightened risk of various forms of violence including trafficking, labour and marriage amid worsening socioeconomic conditions.