Southern Voice

🌐🔗 At Southern Voice, we recognise that bridging the gap between #GlobalSouth local expertise and international stakeholders requires impactful communications tools. Which practices have we implemented to facilitate collaboration among our members? Read all about it here: ➡️ https://bit.ly/3WpQBEj #Africa #Asia #LatinAmerica #SDGs #thinktanks #policy #research #evidence #digital #collaboration #communications #infrastructure #policy

🏅♻️ How do the #Olympics help support #SDG13 (climate action)? ➖ Carbon Footprint: organizers increasingly implement strategies to minimize greenhouse gas emissions, such as renewable energy sources, sustainable transportation and optimizing venue construction ➖ Green Infrastructure: newer Olympic facilities are designed with sustainability in mind, focusing on energy efficiency and resource conservation ➖ Raising Awareness: leveraging the global spotlight of the Games to educate the public about climate issues. From athlete activism to educational campaigns, the tournament encourages a global conversation about environmental responsibility ➖ Inspiring Change: by showcasing sustainable practices, the tournament inspires other sporting events and organizations to adopt similar initiatives 🚧 Challenges remain, such as offsetting the carbon footprint of thousands of athletes and spectators and dealing with the temporary nature of several venues, which raises questions about long-term sustainability But by prioritizing sustainability, the Olympics can demonstrate that achieving athletic excellence goes hand-in-hand with protecting the planet Have you seen other interesting sustainability initiatives in other sporting events? What else could be done to further champion SDG 13 in the Olympics? Share with us below! #GlobalSouth #Africa #Asia #LatinAmerica #SDGs #thinktanks #research #policy #evidence #climate #climateaction #carbonfootprint #environment #environmental #green #renewableenergy #energy

🌎🔍 Leveraging effective communications strategies becomes critical in fostering meaningful partnerships, as geopolitical and economic landscapes shift. How to redefine South-South collaboration through communication strategies?   In a new article, our digital communications officer Charli Kasumba explores how Southern Voice is tackling this challenge head-on, with our network of 70 #GlobalSouth think tanks. Read all about it here: ➡️ https://bit.ly/3WpQBEj #Africa #Asia #LatinAmerica #SDGs #thinktanks #policy #research #evidence #digital #collaboration #communications #infrastructure #policy

🏅🚺 How do the #Olympics help support SDG 5 (gender equality)? ➖ Increased Participation: women today represent a significant portion of competitors, showcasing their talent and potential on a global stage ➖ Leadership Roles: the olympic committee actively promotes women in higher positions, and the visibility inspires young girls to pursue such roles in sports and beyond ➖ Breaking Stereotypes: women challenge gender norms by excelling in traditionally male-dominated sports, showing that strength, power and athleticism are not defined by gender ➖ Inspiring Change: the success of women Olympians motivates girls to participate in sports, fostering not only physical empowerment but also confidence, teamwork and leadership skills 🚧 Challenges remain, such as unequal access to training facilities, cultural barriers, and media coverage disparities But by leveraging the global spotlight, the Olympic Games have the power to inspire a future where #women have equal opportunities to compete, lead, and thrive in the world of sports and beyond Do you think the Olympics are doing enough to promote #gender equality? What specific actions could they take to further champion #SDG5? Share with us below! #GlobalSouth #Africa #Asia #LatinAmerica #SDGs #thinktanks #research #policy #evidence #genderequality #equality #Paris2024 #olympicgames #olympics

📢 DEADLINE TOMORROW: CALL FOR INPUTS! Southern Voice invites you to contribute to our storytelling project on equity in research with Institute of Development Studies and International Development Research Centre (IDRC). We want to hear how your story can rebalance power in the knowledge ecosystem. Applications close tomorrow. Share your experiences and inspire change! Learn more:  ➡️ https://bit.ly/3zjtymq

🤝🌐 How can we bridge communications gaps for South-South collaboration? Our digital communications officer Charli Kasumba writes about the challenges and opportunities of redefining these partnerships through adaptive communication. He reflects on the need for increased investment in digital infrastructure in the Global South, and genuine inclusion of Southern voices in international policy discussions. Read all about it here: ➡️ https://bit.ly/3WpQBEj #GlobalSouth #Africa #Asia #LatinAmerica #SDGs #thinktanks #policy #research #evidence #digital #collaboration #communications #infrastructure #policy

🌎 July: Our Global Adventure Month! 🚀 From Brazil to Germany, we've been on the move! ✈️🌟 Curious about our globe-trotting journey? Have a read of our latest newsletter! 💬 ✨ Highlights: • Shaping discussions at #T20 Midterm Conference 🗣️ • Our ED dropping wisdom in Germany 🧠 • New partnership to tackle food insecurity 🍽️ • Exciting storytelling project in the works 📚 #GlobalImpact #SouthernPerspectives #MakingADifference

🗓️ ONLY A FEW DAYS LEFT: We have a new STORYTELLING project and want to hear from you! 🫵💫 Southern Voice, Institute of Development Studies and International Development Research Centre (IDRC) are looking for stories and strategies to rebalance power in the knowledge ecosystem. Have something to share? Learn more here:  ➡️https://bit.ly/3zjtymq 📌 Deadline: July 31st

IT'S #Paris2024 OPENING DAY TOMORROW! 🏅 The Olympic Games aren't just about athletic competition anymore. They're a global platform for positive change, and as such, should hold and help promote values of the Sustainable Development Goals. We all recognize sport's ability to drive positive change in areas like health (SDG 3), gender equality (SDG 5) and sustainability (SDG 13). From using cleaner energy to promoting equality and accessibility, the Games can inspire action towards a better future. Which sustainable development themes are you most excited to follow during the tournament?  Have you seen any initiatives that excite you? 🤩💫 Share with us below! #GlobalSouth #Africa #Asia #LatinAmerica #development #SDGs #Olympics #Paris2024 #MoreThanSport #health #gender #climate #SDG3 #SDG5 #SDG13 #equality #accessibility #global #sustainable