“A Historic Shift in Conversation”
Transition Network aims at the mind sets of developed countries - seeking to transform the affluent Western way of life.
The idea of the shareconomy has given rise to a variety of thoughts of how to use technological inventions to enhance development. It will have a lot of implications for the economy, journalism, education, and the way all of us interact…
Transition Network aims at the mind sets of developed countries - seeking to transform the affluent Western way of life.
The willingness to share depends on different motifs – even envy. Examples from Pakistan, Latin America and the USA.
In Brazil Graffiti is a weapon of the poor and disinherited. Artists are reclaiming the streets, using their fame to build and educate their communities.
Performance-based artist from India, Amitesh Grover connects strangers from all around the world – without sharing a room.
Tho Ha Vinh, Program Director of Bhutan’s Gross National Happiness Center, explains why happiness is a more important indicator than economic growth.
Alternative economic approaches – based on commons – have emerged around the turn of the century. Are we heading towards the “ecommony”?
Social media plays a huge role in African conflict zones. It offers ways for evading media restrictions, but also bears dangers inherent in its use.
Ever since the Arab Spring, social media has been praised as a means for civic engagement. Despite its positive impact, restrictions remain.
Conference on Religion’s Contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Emily Madsen and Samyuktha Varma have created an international magazine intended to change reporting on development work.
Just a blink of the eye in world history, the 40-year existence of the Internet has been revolutionary.
How an investigative report embarrassed Pakistan’s intelligence service – and provided an opportunity to place the powerful agency under civilian control.