Poverty reduction through microloans has been a successful strategy in many parts of sub-Saharan Africa. Between 2007 and 2016, Tanzania’s poverty rates have decreased from 34.4% to 26.8%. Consequently, microloans have become a necessity for low-income earners whose businesses are apart of informal sectors. MYC4 is an online platform that helps individuals loan money to small enterprises in sub-Saharan Africa. Mads Kjaer, its chief executive, describes the importance of microcredit by stating h

SEATTLE, Washington — Internationally-acclaimed celebrity chef, Vikas Khanna, distributed over eight million dry packets and cooked meals to those suffering from the COVID-19 lockdown in India. Known for his 25 published cookbooks, TV presence with Gordon Ramsey and being the recipient of the Access to Freedom Award, Vikas Khanna focuses on doing his part to aid humanitarian efforts amid the COVID-19 pandemic that has left millions unemployed and without food. In 2010, Khanna opened his first r

Music continues to unite people all around the world despite social distance. With cities urging self-isolation, celebrities are stepping up through charity donations and virtual concert performances. Here are several ways social activism by musicians is making a difference. Musician friends Lucius and Courtney Barnett, joined together to raise money for Oxfam’s COVID-19 Relief Fund. Their 4-hour live performance streamed via Instagram was packed with new song debuts and famous cover remixes. A

SEATTLE, Washington — Bangladesh is a South Asian country known for its many forests and waterways. Unfortunately, it is also known for its frequent natural disasters. Climate change has additionally played a crucial role in making the frequency and severity of these disasters even worse. More than 12 million people still live in poverty in the coastal regions of Bangladesh – the regions mainly affected by disasters like cyclones. Many already impoverished people then must cope with the destruct

SEATTLE, Washington — Although the Philippines’ poverty rate is at a decline, a significant fraction of the population remains homeless. With a total population of approximately 106 million people, 4.5 million people are homeless and three million of those homeless people reside in the capital of Manila. These numbers clearly indicate that homelessness in the Phillippines continues to be a pressing issue for the country. After a surge of new COVID-19 cases in March, President Rodrigo Duterte dec

SEATTLE, Washington — Nearly 25 million people are victims of modern-day slavery, with 25% of all trafficking victims being children. This makes human trafficking the second most lucrative crime globally, generating approximately $150 billion annually. With this human rights violation on hand, celebrities are using their influence to combat this issue. Keep reading to learn about five celebrities fighting human trafficking. • Ricky Martin – Puerto Rican singer Ricky Martin is widely known for hi

The United Republic of Tanzania’s Ministry of Labour, Employment and Youth Development recognizes the crucial role sports play in young people’s development. However, people in the country have been doing little to develop youth talents, resulting in inadequate facilities for sports and training grounds. The following information examines the situation along with the efforts to promote the youth sports empowerment programs in Tanzania and the organizations at the forefront of the movement. The

Global Pearls, a nonprofit organization that emerged in 2016, aims to tackle the root causes of poverty in some of the world’s most marginalized communities. With projects spanning across Latin America, Africa and Asia, Global Pearls addresses issues such as inaccessibility to education, income inequality and violence prevention in developing countries. With 100% of every dollar donated going directly to programs, each project maximizes the positive impact it makes toward helping the world’s poo

While Jamaica is known for attracting visitors to its luxurious resorts and reef-lined beaches, not everything on the island is paradise. In fact, its homeless population has gained attention, with over 2,000 people currently residing on the streets. Here are six facts about homelessness in Jamaica. Six Facts about Homelessness in Jamaica • Jamaica has a relatively high unemployment rate. According to the Statistical Institute of Jamaica, in 2019, the number of unemployed people was 96,700, or