No Free SpeechThe democratic processes are under attack all around the world. This is not just arbitrary arrests and violence against those who express their opinions or defend the right to free speech. The emergence of digital media platforms has been heralded as a boost for democracy, activism and widening […]
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Happy (convoluted) birthday, United Nations!
Today marks the 75th years since the United Nations came into existence in October 24, 1945. So much has happened since its launch and likewise so much is happening right now with clear consequences in the future. Looking at the UN’s history, it seems it has attended a cyclical, never-ending […]
Volunteer’ stories – Michelle’s story
Greetings to all of you, my name is Michelle and I am a volunteering at Boys’ and Girls’ Club Wales (BGC) in Cardiff. It’s been almost two months since I moved here, with my fears and insecurities along for the ride. Over the last few months, I asked myself, what […]
Spanish/Hispanic/Latinx Day… Whose Day?
Today is bittersweet for so many. For some people in Spain, October 12 is a day to celebrate to dust off their military paraphernalia and march up and down wide avenues in Madrid while thousands of people flag national symbols and hum the anthem. All the political parties are expected […]
Teachers: Leading in crisis, reimagining the future
In the current sociopolitical, economic and cultural climate, Teachers: Leading in crisis, reimagining the future is a particularly accurate heading coined by UNESCO to celebrate World Teacher’s Day. This is a much needed day to reflect upon the endurance of the learning process, how it shapes our multiple identities, and […]
International Translation Day
Today we celebrate the International Translation Day! In a similar way to my previous post on Sign Language, this day is a reminder of how crucial it is to implement an effective translation through diplomacy. Translation per se is the process by which meaning is transferred from one language to […]
