The Blue Economy: A Wave of Opportunity for Small Island Developing States
SIDS’ vast ocean territories hold immense potential. Blue Economy unlocks this potential by promoting the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, job creation, and social inclusion. This article expands on the key takeaways from the Camões I.P side event at SIDS4, providing a deeper understanding of this sustainable development path.
Beaver Island takes early steps to test wave energy in its waters
A project off the shore of Beaver Island could harness the power of Lake Michigan’s waves to generate renewable energy. Right now, the island’s roughly 600 year-round residents get electricity from an underwater cable and diesel generators. But the community has worked toward renewable energy for a while.
‘Tell students they can do it’: How Aboriginal people can inspire each other to become teachers
Australia has a nationwide teacher shortage. But there is a particular shortage of Aboriginal teachers.
This is very worrying because we know Aboriginal teachers are desperately needed to boost learning and school outcomes for Aboriginal students.
Nauru Police Force Takes Lead in Addressing Domestic Violence and Sexual Offences
The Nauru Police Force has launched a specialised training initiative to enhance their response capabilities and service delivery for survivors of gender-based violence, demonstrating their continuous commitment to strengthening their overall response. Just last year, the Nauru Police Force doubled the size of their domestic violence unit, increasing from two to five officers.
Our flagship virtual event, the Virtual Island Summit, is one of the biggest FREE events for sustainable development! It brings together over 10,000 island stakeholders via a week-long event.
From September 9th-13th, connect with world-leading experts from diverse backgrounds and learn about the latest projects transforming island communities. Sessions will be interactive, providing opportunities to network and build connections.
