How to embrace life’s simple pleasures and outshine the negativity that surrounds us In a world where bad news seems to land in our inboxes uninvited, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and even to let it cloud our view of all that’s good. Our brains are hard-wired to notice negative events more than positive ones, […]
“Positive thinking is not about being delusional.”
Attributed to neuroscientist Andrew Huberman
Why January 24 Matters and How You Can Support Education All Year Long Every January 24, people around the globe pause to celebrate the International Day of Education, a joyful reminder of how transformative learning can be for individuals, communities, and all of humanity. This special day is about far more than marking a date […]
Today’s challenges can ignite a bold new era of progress. Throughout human history, we can see recurring cycles of crisis and collapse but also, critically, resilience and renewal. Today, when we face environmental degradation, climate change, social fragmentation, and existential risk, it is important to remember that our ancestors have weathered dark times before, and […]
“In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.”
Albert Einstein
Celebrating Human Rights Day with Hope and Purpose On December 10, there’s reason for hope, reflection, and celebration. This date marks Human Rights Day, a global moment to honor the dignity and the worth that belong to every human being. What is Human Rights Day? Observed worldwide every year, Human Rights Day is a day […]
Celebrating Accessibility on International Day of Persons with Disabilities December 3 marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, a global reminder of our shared responsibility to create societies where everyone can participate fully. As the World Health Organization (WHO) explains, this day is about promoting the rights and well-being of the 1.3 billion people with disabilities […]
Intergenerational Connections Spark Growth and Purpose At a time when the world often feels divided, something quietly hopeful is happening across generations. Young people and older adults are finding common ground through shared curiosity, creativity, and care. These connections aren’t just heartwarming. They’re transformative, proving that bridging generations benefits everyone involved. Intergenerational programs are turning […]
A World that Cares Thrives On October 29 each year, we observe the International Day of Care and Support, a dedicated moment to shine a light on the invisible yet indispensable force at the heart of our societies: care. Declared by the United Nations (UN) General Assembly in 2023, this observance recognizes both paid and […]
Global progress and unity are bringing us closer than ever to ending poverty. For most of human history, poverty was seen as inevitable, a permanent condition for the majority of the world’s people. Yet in the past two centuries, humankind has made extraordinary progress in overcoming it. What was once considered an unchangeable reality is […]
