https://www.girlsglobe.org Gender equality, human rights and social justice. Wed, 17 Jul 2024 09:19:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 https://i0.wp.com/www.girlsglobe.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/girlsglobe_icon_green2-1.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 https://www.girlsglobe.org 32 32 128553070 https://www.girlsglobe.org/2024/07/17/oyidiya-oji-on-ai-digital-rights-and-anti-racism/ https://www.girlsglobe.org/2024/07/17/oyidiya-oji-on-ai-digital-rights-and-anti-racism/#respond Wed, 17 Jul 2024 09:17:11 +0000 https://www.girlsglobe.org/?p=66049&preview=true&preview_id=66049 Oyidiya Oji is the Policy and Advocacy Advisor for Digital Rights at the European Network Against Racism (ENAR).

In this episode Oyidiay Oji and Julia Wiklander speak about the linkages between AI, digital rights and racism - and it’s links to the Olympics in Paris.

Oyidiya Oji shares a personal story of growing up and her journey into working in the anti-racism space and her interest in digital rights. She highlights the importance of understanding the impact of technology on marginalized communities and the need for a human rights approach in safeguarding digital rights. She talks about the challenges in implementing legislation and the role of civil society in shaping policies.

Julia and Oyidiya speak about the current situation in Paris, and what happened in Rio during the Olympics there. Oyidiya emphasizes the need for global solidarity in addressing digital rights issues and shares practical tips for being vigilant about technology use.

This episode is a part of a new series of the Hey Changemaker! Podcast called In The Deep End. In this series, Julia Wiklander speaks with experts who will help us understand the world, its systemic issues, and unveil the truth about what equality, rights and justice really mean. ]]> https://www.girlsglobe.org/2024/07/17/oyidiya-oji-on-ai-digital-rights-and-anti-racism/feed/ 0 66049 https://www.girlsglobe.org/2024/06/19/magda-sarah-boulabiza-racial-climate-and-economic-justice-in-europe/ https://www.girlsglobe.org/2024/06/19/magda-sarah-boulabiza-racial-climate-and-economic-justice-in-europe/#respond Wed, 19 Jun 2024 06:22:19 +0000 https://www.girlsglobe.org/?p=65995&preview=true&preview_id=65995 "The values of democracy and human rights in Europe are only a facade." - Magda-Sarah Boulabiza

Magda-Sarah Boulabiza is the policy and advocacy advisor for climate and economic justice at the European Network Against Racism (ENAR). 

In this episode Magda speaks with Julia Wiklander about the linkages between racial, climate and economic justice. 

Magda shares her journey as a changemaker, starting with her experience of witnessing police violence at a young age. She discusses the interlinkages between climate and racial justice, highlighting how racialized communities are disproportionately impacted by the climate crisis.

Magda also speaks about the hypocrisy of Europe in terms of repressive policies and the need for reparations for historical harms. She talks about Europe's history of colonialism and racism that has led to a racial wealth gap and ongoing discrimination. Magda gives current examples that show the effects and harms of the ongoing racism and lack of acknowledging responsibility for Europe’s colonial history.]]> https://www.girlsglobe.org/2024/06/19/magda-sarah-boulabiza-racial-climate-and-economic-justice-in-europe/feed/ 0 65995 https://www.girlsglobe.org/2024/06/03/the-eus-hypocrisy-from-human-rights-abuses-to-climate-inaction/ https://www.girlsglobe.org/2024/06/03/the-eus-hypocrisy-from-human-rights-abuses-to-climate-inaction/#comments Mon, 03 Jun 2024 16:52:20 +0000 https://www.girlsglobe.org/?p=65867 Since its foundation, the European Union has prided itself in standing up for human rights, dignity and freedom. It has seen itself as a light in the world for upholding justice, solidarity and equality.

Yet, time and time again, the actions of the European Union don't match the words they put on paper. And recently, we're seeing more examples of EU decisions that contradict its own treaties.

EU's hypocrisy can be seen in the human rights abuses it funds in other countries, it's crackdown on minority rights within member states or through its inaction for our shared climate.

This post details one of these hypocrisies and shares examples of others.

The European elections, taking place later this week, are important to take a stand for humanity and to turn the tide of European hypocrisy.

Therefore, we must understand which parties and members of European Parliament are willing to break the cycle of EU's hypocrisy.

Several international expert organizations and human rights and advocacy networks have conducted research to help us do so. ]]> https://www.girlsglobe.org/2024/06/03/the-eus-hypocrisy-from-human-rights-abuses-to-climate-inaction/feed/ 1 65867 https://www.girlsglobe.org/2024/05/16/emmanuel-achiri-on-the-eu-migration-pact-and-europes-identity-crisis/ https://www.girlsglobe.org/2024/05/16/emmanuel-achiri-on-the-eu-migration-pact-and-europes-identity-crisis/#respond Thu, 16 May 2024 09:21:19 +0000 https://www.girlsglobe.org/?p=65819&preview=true&preview_id=65819 Emmanuel Achiri is the Policy and Advocacy Officer at the European Network Against Racism (ENAR) and an expert on migration, policing and security. He holds a doctorate in International Relations with a focus on international law and forced migration.

Emmanuel discusses the contradictions within the EU Migration Pact, which claims to address structural racism while legitimizing racial profiling and criminalization of migrants.

He highlights the crisis of European identity and the failure to acknowledge Europe's historical role in creating instability in other parts of the world.

The conversation explores the need for a transformational approach to social justice and migration in Europe. It highlights the shortcomings of the EU elections in addressing these issues and the importance of voting for human rights.

"When Europeans ignore the destruction of fundamental human rights principles, eventually this would move from just migrants to the rest of Europe," says Emmanuel Achiri

This episode is a part of a new series of the Hey Changemaker! Podcast called In The Deep End. ]]> https://www.girlsglobe.org/2024/05/16/emmanuel-achiri-on-the-eu-migration-pact-and-europes-identity-crisis/feed/ 0 65819 https://www.girlsglobe.org/2024/01/16/what-youth-leadership-really-means-and-why-it-must-be-an-urgent-priority/ https://www.girlsglobe.org/2024/01/16/what-youth-leadership-really-means-and-why-it-must-be-an-urgent-priority/#respond Tue, 16 Jan 2024 09:59:18 +0000 https://www.girlsglobe.org/?p=65242

Young people are a major demographic in the world. There are 1.8 billion young people bringing unique perspectives and diverse experiences that are valuable for the development of our shared future. To understand what meaningful youth engagement, participation and leadership really means, we must listen to young people themselves.

Through the Rising Minds podcast, young people shape conversations on the issues that impact their lives and wellbeing. In a series of deep dive blog posts, we summarise key messages from the speakers of the podcasts. This post reviews what youth engagement and leadership really means - and why it must be an urgent priority.

In the face of challenges for adolescents today, young people must be recognized as powerful agents of positive change. So, let's explore - with the help of young people - why we need them to lead today and what youth leadership should look like.

]]> https://www.girlsglobe.org/2024/01/16/what-youth-leadership-really-means-and-why-it-must-be-an-urgent-priority/feed/ 0 65242 https://www.girlsglobe.org/2023/12/01/helen-tai-usa/ https://www.girlsglobe.org/2023/12/01/helen-tai-usa/#respond Fri, 01 Dec 2023 11:02:00 +0000 https://www.girlsglobe.org/?p=64882&preview=true&preview_id=64882 Helen Tai has already held many roles in her life. She has had successful careers as an entrepreneur and innovator in Corporate America and, at the same time, has been highly engaged in public service. Helen has held local and State elected offices and continues to be committed to advocacy and addressing injustices in her community […]]]> https://www.girlsglobe.org/2023/12/01/helen-tai-usa/feed/ 0 64882 https://www.girlsglobe.org/2023/11/23/kim-smouter-anti-racism-big-tech-and-europes-response-to-israel-palestine/ https://www.girlsglobe.org/2023/11/23/kim-smouter-anti-racism-big-tech-and-europes-response-to-israel-palestine/#respond Thu, 23 Nov 2023 13:35:29 +0000 https://www.girlsglobe.org/?p=64777&preview=true&preview_id=64777 Kim Smouter, the Executive Director of the European Network Against Racism (ENAR). Kim is a policy and advocacy expert with nearly 20 years experience advocating social causes including LGBTQIA+ rights, employment, education and social affairs, civic...]]> https://www.girlsglobe.org/2023/11/23/kim-smouter-anti-racism-big-tech-and-europes-response-to-israel-palestine/feed/ 0 64777 https://www.girlsglobe.org/2023/10/12/heartbreak-compassion-and-determined-action/ https://www.girlsglobe.org/2023/10/12/heartbreak-compassion-and-determined-action/#respond Thu, 12 Oct 2023 10:15:51 +0000 https://www.girlsglobe.org/?p=64603&preview=true&preview_id=64603

In this episode, Julia Wiklander speaks about the horrors happening in Palestine and Israel and in other parts of the world. She shares how she believes we must let it break our hearts, to allow for compassion and determined action. 

If you're feeling hopeless or overwhelmed by the situation in different parts of the world, the polarisation and violence - this episode may help.

Julia talks about how she is coping and why heartbreak can be a powerful way to build compassion and determined action.
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"Every war is a war against children", said Eglantyne Jebb, founder of Save the Children, 100 years ago.

Children and young people are brutally affected by the terror of war, conflicts and other humanitarian disasters.

On this World Mental Health Day, we must recognize the impact of human-made disasters on children and young people.

Whether from armed conflict or natural disasters due to the climate crisis, young people often endure unthinkable distress.

Children and young people are deeply affected by war and crises. The mental health burden that they bare is still difficult to comprehend, and research is only uncovering the surface of a global mental health crisis. With this in mind, we must let compassion lead. Polarization and divisiveness serves no purpose in improving mental health outcomes for young people.

So, how will you let compassion lead you to take action today?

In this post there are 5 actions you can take now to be a part of the solution for young people's mental health. ]]> https://www.girlsglobe.org/2023/10/10/young-peoples-mental-health-toll-of-war-and-crises/feed/ 1 64591 https://www.girlsglobe.org/2023/07/21/yasmina-benslimane-morocco-and-puerto-rico/ https://www.girlsglobe.org/2023/07/21/yasmina-benslimane-morocco-and-puerto-rico/#respond Fri, 21 Jul 2023 18:26:15 +0000 https://www.girlsglobe.org/?p=63925&preview=true&preview_id=63925

Yasmina Benslimane is a feminist activist, consultant, and women empowerment coach. Yasmina is the founder of Politics4Her, a non-profit organization that advocates for greater political participation of young women and girls. 

In this episode, Yasmina discusses being born in Morocco, living in Dubai, and her early exposure to different countries and cultures…
after living in several countries, seeing herself as a global citizen…
facing racism, xenophobia, Islamophobia…
tokenism and other experiences of young leaders and advocates who are working for positive change…
the importance of being outspoken and of speaking truth to power…
the role of her mother, and her own role, in helping her believe in herself…
the power of social media platforms for young people… launching Politics4Her in 2017, first as a blog and then expanding into digital advocacy, capacity-building, and a movement for more inclusive involvement of young women and girls in politics…
approaches for dealing with online hate…
the importance of being kind to ourselves and of celebrating what we have accomplished. 
(Morocco and Puerto Rico)]]> https://www.girlsglobe.org/2023/07/21/yasmina-benslimane-morocco-and-puerto-rico/feed/ 0 63925