In today’s edition of Squirrel News, children and youth take a ‘seat at the table’ in climate negotiations, a new workspace in Cleveland guides students from the nation’s poorest school district to well-paying careers, and kids in Barcelona say goodbye to school buses in favor of a more sustainable commute.
For first time, youth take official ‘seat at the table’ at COP
The children of today and future generations will bear the brunt of the worsening climate change impacts. Being given a COP platform means young advocates can participate in policy discussions and promote cutting-edge initiatives.
More sustainable kid commute hits the road in Barcelona
Hundreds of kids in Barcelona have said goodbye to school buses. That’s because of Bicibús, an initiative driven by two passions: biking and education.
Brazil’s incoming president expected to bring back Amazon-saving policies
A momentous win for Brazil, home to the Amazon, as it elects a new president who vows to save the world’s largest rainforest. Reports say deforestation in the Amazon soared during the term of incumbent Jair Bolsonaro.
Delhi-based organisation offers free medical checkups to daily wage labourers
Hundreds of daily wage workers who struggle with healthcare expenses get access to free checkups on the streets of Delhi thanks to an organisation devoted to help the underprivileged.
Improved solar cells set the stage for power-generating windows
Make way for Grätzel cells. These are low-cost solar cells that can convert sunlight into electricity more efficiently than commercial photovoltaic panels.
To address nursing shortage, education moves closer to aspiring nurses in rural Maine
The nursing shortage crisis in the United States is seen to last until 2030, data say. To boost the workforce, a community college in Maine brings education closer to nursing students who cannot afford commuting costs.
Groups assist parents overwhelmed by their baby’s incessant crying
Many new parents may not know this, but there are organisations dedicated to assisting families with newborns who excessively cry. Home-Start, Cry-sis, and Crybaby Outpatient Clinic are among the groups offering support to stressed-out moms and dads.
Louisiana dads prevent bullying and violence in schools
In the U.S. city of Shreveport, 23 students were arrested after school fights. Now a group of volunteer fathers patrols the corridors and playgrounds to prevent violence and provide positive male role models.
