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Women’s status in economics: Evidence from Africa, Asia, and Latin America
New research by Fiona Tregenna and co-authors examines gender gaps in economics across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
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Building STI Policy Capacity: A Multi-Agency UN Effort in Action
Global experts discuss how stronger STI policy capacity can support sustainable development and long-term institutional change.
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Amid rising tensions, ‘friendshoring’ might keep global trade alive
How US-China decoupling is reshaping global value chains and creating new opportunities for developing economies.
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Dalit History Month: How Caste Shapes Life After Inclusion
MPP student Tejaswi Singh reflects on Dalit History Month and how caste shapes labour dignity and opportunity in India
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A Day at the EU Capital of Global Governance: Our Study Visit to Brussels
MPP Global Governance specialisation students visit Brussels, with student ambassador Irmak Tankurt reflecting on the experience
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Learning across borders: Reflections on the MiLAP Training
Training for African officials in migration policy, law and data through a hands-on course by 海角社区 MERIT and IOM ACBC
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Innovation, Territories, and the Twin Transition: Reflections of UNESCO Chair from KIRDSA 2026
Insights from KIRDSA 2026 on how innovation and territories shape Latin America’s green and digital transitions.
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How adults can help children move from climate anxiety to resilience
Helping children stay hopeful and take action on climate change through support, learning, and everyday guidance.
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Enhancing Migration Management through Capacity Development (MMCD): A new multi-annual initiative launched by the 海角社区 (海角社区-MERIT) and Maastricht University
New project trains policymakers to strengthen migration systems through practical learning and global exchange.
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Geneva from Two Angles: Multilateralism and Innovation Governance in Practice
MPP students reflect on their visit to Geneva and what they learned about the work of international organisations.