Local researchers play a vital role in ensuring that globally sponsored research aligns with national realities. However, achieving real impact requires equitable partnerships. International donors and researchers must recognize local experts as equal partners, ensuring their involvement from project design to policy influence.
Youth engagement is key to advancing the SDGs, yet mechanisms to promote meaningful participation remain unclear in the Global South. This study finds that information framing—especially in digital formats—can boost youth involvement in policy debates, but effectiveness depends on institutional, individual, and contextual factors, requiring a multifaceted engagement approach.
This article explores how the EU Deforestation Regulation may affect smallholder coffee farmers in Indonesia and Uganda. With limited access to inputs and declining yields, farmers face additional strain from costly traceability requirements. The study urges public-private partnerships to boost productivity and support compliance, protecting livelihoods and coffee sector sustainability.
Industrialisation is vital for economic growth in the Global South, yet it often worsens environmental harm. This article explores the tension through the lens of a ‘just transition’, recommending local job creation, green tech transfer, and global cooperation to support sustainable industrialisation while addressing climate and development goals.
Southern Voice was part of the sixth T20 Task Force (TF06), which focuses on fostering robust international cooperation in [...]
During this year’s Brazil G20 presidency, inequalities in the Global South are a central focus of discussion. This space [...]
Tuesday, August 26-27, online To register for this member-exclusive workshop, click here. We are pleased to invite Southern Voice members [...]
Thursday, October 3, 1:00 PM (UTC), online To register for the event, click here. This webinar will focus on [...]
Thursday - Friday, August 29-30, 2024 For more information, click here. The adoption of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable [...]
1. The world is gearing up for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) acceleration, but is still leaving [...]
