Today at Squirrel News, we’re talking about a groundbreaking piece of legislation set to reserve a proportion of parliamentary and state assembly seats for women in India, the protection of land rights for Indigenous groups in Brazil, and an education centre in the US giving adults a second chance to get a high school diploma.
After languishing in the legislative pipeline since its proposal in 1996, the Women’s Quota Bill, which aims to reserve one-third of parliamentary and state assembly seats for women, has finally gained significant traction and near-unanimous approval.
Supreme Court enshrines land rights for Brazil’s Indigenous communities
The decision quashed the looming threat of potential rollbacks to these crucial protections – solidifying land rights with an overwhelming majority of the high court’s justices sided with the Indigenous group.
California passes groundbreaking right-to-repair legislation
California’s new right-to-repair legislation is making waves by significantly extending the duration during which companies must make repair materials accessible to consumers – guaranteeing seven years of parts for your phone.
How WhatsApp helps activists combat child marriage in rural India
Through the messaging app, activists can swiftly intervene to halt unlawful marriages and illegal weddings, ensuring that children can continue their education and enjoy their childhood.
Major brands seek bids for green shipping solutions
The objective is to transport 600,000 containers over a span of three years, utilising vessels that achieve a remarkable 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions when compared to conventional fossil fuel-powered ships over their entire lifecycle.
Royal Society launches initiative to elevate representation of Black scientists
Through this pilot initiative, talented individuals will receive substantial grants to support groundbreaking research endeavours, with the overarching goal of fostering greater diversity within the field.
Improving maternal health in Nigeria: SHI’s initiative
The SHI initiative kicked off by conducting a comprehensive nationwide analysis of maternal mortality data. Once target communities were identified, SHI proceeded with a needs assessment to create customised solutions for each community.
Rhino numbers rebound as global figures reveal a win for conservation
Figures released by the IUCN African Rhino Specialist Group indicate that the global rhino population increased to about 27,000 at the end of last year, with southern white rhino numbers increasing for the first time since 2012.
Water voles flourish after successful reintroduction to River Ver
After a successful reintroduction project, the once-endangered UK mammal, the water vole, is now thriving along the banks of the River Ver in Hertfordshire, marking a significant conservation achievement two years in the making.
The Goodwill Excel Center: a high school for dropouts
Through a carefully tailored approach that encompasses on-site childcare and academic coaching, the centre provides adults with a second opportunity to attain that coveted diploma.
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