Today at Squirrel News, we’re finding out how Austria is mirroring Finland’s success in providing secure shelter for thousands of homeless individuals, exploring a programme dedicated to ensuring the enduring prosperity of the southern white rhino population, and shedding light on an Egyptian NGO’s green tourism scheme designed to support migratory birds and contribute to environmental conservation efforts.
Housing First model to provide shelter to thousands of homeless people
Inspired by Finland’s remarkable success in reducing homelessness by over 50% since 2008, Austria aims to provide over 1,000 homeless individuals with their own flats within the next twelve months, backed by a 6.6 million-euro investment.
2,000 captive southern white rhino destined for freedom across Africa
African Parks plans to phase out active breeding and translocate all 2,000 captive-bred rhinos and their future offspring (estimated to be 100 a year) to protected areas across Africa over the next 10 years, helping to secure the long-term future of the species.
Conserving migratory birds through sustainable tourism initiatives
Countless migratory birds head for Egypt every year – but it’s a journey that many don’t survive. A local NGO is taking action to safeguard these avian travelers while simultaneously redirecting the skills of hunters towards a more constructive pursuit – bird watching vacations.
Climb Wyoming’s training prioritises mental health for single mothers
Whether it’s steering a commercial truck or becoming a bank teller in a small town, Climb Wyoming’s job training programme is designed to empower single mothers on their journey to a brighter future, whilst putting their mental wellbeing at the centre.
Navigating the “Silver Tsunami”: strategies for the next generation
With the gradual retirement of baby boomer business owners, a wave of change is sweeping in as employees seize control of their futures amidst career uncertainty.
Heat map shows potential gains of Philly Tree Plan, offers block-level insights
With the aim of cooling heat-affected areas across the city, a recently launched online tool empowers residents to explore the block-by-block impacts of this decade-long initiative on their neighborhoods as part of the NOAA mapping project.
“I’m not buying new stuff any more”: the young people getting into degrowth
Faced with a cost of living crisis, the looming threat of climate disaster, and the pandemic’s upending of daily life, more people are pledging to consume less and spend more sustainably – reducing the strain on planet and pocket and echoing a wider social shift.
Finland’s health forests provide therapeutic nature benefits
Since 2015, Finland has embarked on the health forest project, strategically planting forests adjacent to national healthcare centres. The initiative aims to enhance overall well-being by harnessing the mental health benefits of immersing patients in nature.
