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In Kenya, a mother’s love, a daughter’s bravery

Together, Chiluke and Botu Ali have made a stand and said “no more” to FGM.

November 26, 2018
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Haiti Gang Violence Deepens Risk of Food Insecurity

Haiti has seen repetitive crises and instability for decades, characterized by chronic socio-political instability, rampant violence—including sexual and gender-based violence,…

March 26, 2024
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A Hidden Reality: Data & Reporting on Sexual Violence Against Men & Boys

This is Part II of “A Hidden Reality,” examining men, boys, and conflict-related sexual violence. Read Part…

June 27, 2023
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5 Reasons Why the Climate Crisis Affects African Women More Than African Men

The U.N. estimates that 80% of people displaced by the climate crisis are women, and even among populations that…

November 18, 2022
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Drought and Famine in the Horn of Africa

Africa remains disproportionately affected by the impacts of climate change despite producing only 2–3% of the world’s global emissions.

August 29, 2022
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Transforming Food Systems Requires Engaging and Investing in Youth

Today is International Youth Day—the theme for this year is “Transforming Food Systems: Youth Innovation for Human and Planetary Health.”…

August 12, 2021
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The Seeds Are Not the Problem

One of the most significant hardships that farmers in Africa are experiencing is the reality of climate change. It is…

July 26, 2021
Photo of South Sudanese refugee, Nyabong Puak.
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NGOs Respond to COVID-19: InterAction Member Snapshot

Every day, InterAction Members are working all over the world to combat poverty and alleviate suffering. As a platform…

March 8, 2021
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Using Human-Centered Design in Protection Programming

Desirable protection outcomes in a time of prolonged armed conflict and civilian harm can be achieved with practical and creative…

November 9, 2020
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Meet Kathryn (Katie) Striffolino

Like most true humanitarians, Kathryn (Katie) Striffolino is driven by her love of travel and of going above and beyond…

August 16, 2019