Feb 17, 2015 | Blog, Economic Stability & Prosperity, Employment & Prosperity, Operational and Delivery Networks, Poverty Alleviation
In the face of mounting global unemployment in the ranks of young people, apprenticeships as an alternative to college is emerging in several industries. Similar proposed programs in the US have been met with some skepticism, but may be gaining...
Feb 16, 2015 | Economic Stability & Prosperity, Employment & Prosperity, Health & Human Security, Health & Wellbeing, Knowledge Networks, Poverty Alleviation
International Center for Research on Women and the UNDP rank India the worst for gender equality even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches “Beti Bachao Beti Pahao” (Save Girls, Educate Girls) and Sukanya Samridhi Yojna (girls prosperity scheme)...
Feb 10, 2015 | Employment & Prosperity, Health & Human Security
A UN human rights report points to encouraging progress in developing education programs, while noting the significant barriers faced by girls attempting to access those programs.
Feb 9, 2015 | Employment & Prosperity
The transactions are small, and the unregulated exposure is unknown. The access is limited but the potential scope is huge. Banking through social media: a good idea, or a passing bandwagon? http://bit.ly/1M4OFqu