Iran’s #MeToo movement, Coral transplants in Turkey, AI to protect elephants and humans
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Today’s edition of Squirrel News looks at the growth of the Iranian #MeToo movement, Turkey’s use of coral transplants to save its reefs, and AI that aims to harmonize shared living spaces between humans and wildlife.
Since August last year, Iranian women have taken to the streets to share their experiences with sexual assault and violence. There is hope for it to grow into a broader movement against sexual violence across Iran.
This new AI could save elephants and humans by preventing conflict
Human and elephant conflict has increased with growing populations. WildEyes AI promises to send out motion trigger alerts, be it human or wildlife activity to both stakeholders.
Mexico has backed its Sustainable Development Goals with a Bond
Mexico is the first nation to issue a bond linked to SDGs. The capital will be used to finance programs that are aligned in accordance with the UN’s SDGs.
Pro Voice, the initiative allowing women to have nuanced dialogue about abortion
The NGO, Exhale, aims to assist women in processing their emotions in regard to abortion. The non-partisan space prioritizes a judgement free zone, free of preconceptions and biases.