In a new article our colleague Dr. Ian Kearns, co-founder and Director of the European Leadership Network, which works to advance the idea of a cooperative and cohesive Europe, presented an important analysis on the current crisis in the Ukraine.
Dr Widad in New Publication on Toxic Remnants of War
Dr. Widad is supporting a global civil society initiative to help strengthen protection for the environment and those who depend on it. “Across the world, the lack of accountability for the harm to the environment and public health caused by conflict and military activities undermines global efforts to help fragile countries recover from armed conflicts,” she said.
Pakistan: DI Member Appointed Book Ambassador
DI member Mr. Asif Noor has been appointed as Book Ambassador 2014 in Pakistan. DI congratulates Mr. Noor and wishes success with his new responsibilities.
Towards Clean Cooking Solutions in MENA
Defend International is launching the campaign Clean Cooking Solutions in the MENA region to raise awareness among women and girls in the Middle East and North Africa region about the dangers of relying on inefficient cookstoves and fuels that have a huge impact on human health in the region.
Defend International is a partner of the Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves, a public-private initiative led by the United Nations Foundation to save lives, improve livelihoods, empower women and preserve the environment by creating a thriving global market for clean cooking solutions.