Global Citizen

5 days ago | globalcitizen.org | Khanyi Mlaba

Bees don’t so much buzz as they do hum. The sound emanating from a single tiny bee can fill a room, announcing its presence. Alone, its hum t is a robust serenade, a tenor tune that eases its way out on a warm day. But joined by a swarm, it becomes a choral wonder, a harmony so striking it makes you wonder whether it’s the sound of celebration or impending danger. This mighty sound is what Global Citizen Prize Winner, Taily Terena was named after, the song of the bees.

6 days ago | globalcitizen.org | Cassie Carothers

In many countries, voting and registering to vote is pretty simple. Every eligible person is virtually automatically registered to vote in Sweden. Voting is compulsory in Australia. In Estonia, voters go online to cast their ballot. But in the United States, it’s anything but easy and accordingly, the most recent information on voter registration rates shows that only 74% of eligible Americans were registered to vote. We’ll help you make sure you’re ready to cast a ballot with these five tips.

2 weeks ago | globalcitizen.org | Jacky Habib

The midday sun casts a glow over a football field in Sokoto State, Nigeria, where a para-soccer match draws an eager crowd of hundreds watching from the sidelines. Mukhtar Sani Doki, a celebrated para-soccer player, maneuvers on his skateboard towards the goal post, as his hands push the ball into the net, scoring a goal for his team. Para-soccer, a fast-paced and competitive version of football, was designed for individuals affected by paralysis.

4 weeks ago | globalcitizen.org | Cassie Carothers

Standing up for what you believe is harder than it looks. And then once you decide to try to impact your issue of choice, where do you even begin? A lot of people who have strong views on issues they care about in their towns, cities, states and countries, but don’t know where to start. This guide of the do’s and don’ts of advocacy will give everyone the tips and tricks they need to be a successful advocate.

1 month ago | globalcitizen.org | Khanyi Mlaba

“Women belong in the kitchen” is a phrase designed to keep women in (what is assumed to be) their place. It is obviously meant to insult them and diminish the value they bring to society. But do you know what else this sentiment inadvertently undervalues? The kitchen. Everybody loves the kitchen, why wouldn’t we? It’s where the food is.