Sustainable Development Goals

Baby Selling in the Philippines: A Look at Underground Adoptions

by Raine Grey | Feb 20, 2024 | Gender Equality, Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions, Sustainable Development Goals

How much would you pay to become a parent? For many people, the cost of having a child is priceless. There is no amount of money that can compare with the joy of raising another human being and having that child love you. But what happens when you can’t conceive...

A recap of COP28

by Raine Grey | Jan 1, 2024 | Partnership for the Goals, Sustainable Development Goals

The 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) kicked off on November 30 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The summit brings together world leaders and industry professionals to measure progress and negotiate multi-lateral responses to climate change....

The big missed-steak of beef farming: cows and climate change

by Raine Grey | Dec 4, 2023 | Climate Action, Sustainable Development Goals

No, I am not a vegan. But conversations need to be had about the possible effects that beef farming has on climate change. This article will focus on the unreported world of beef farming and what we can do today to make it more sustainable. It will also talk about...

Triumphs down under: Success stories in protecting endangered species in Australasia

by The Flashlight | Nov 24, 2023 | Sustainable Development Goals

Introduction: Australasia, a region encompassing Australia, New Zealand, and neighboring islands, is home to a rich tapestry of unique and often endemic biodiversity. However, this ecological treasure trove faces numerous threats, with many species teetering on...

Reimagining education for sustainable development in a digital age

by The Flashlight | Sep 12, 2023 | Quality Education, Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable development has emerged as a beacon of hope in an era where the delicate balance between environmental preservation, social progress, and economic growth is constantly scrutinized. At its core, sustainable development seeks to harmonize people’s...

A different take on mental health

by Raine Grey | Jul 6, 2023 | Good Health & Wellbeing - SDG 3, Mental Health, Sustainable Development Goals

Why everyone with a brain should read this The topic of mental health is incredibly polarizing. You simply have to say, “I have a mental condition” for either one of two things to happen. The person you’re talking to either gently (but obviously) moves away from you...