07 Sep 2017 Digital literacy is vital to today’s societies
International Literacy Day (8 September 2017) is promoting “Literacy in a digital world”.
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29 Aug 2017 Keeping the faith in family planning
A new mother attends a culturally sensitive counselling session at the Jose Domingo De Obaldia Hospital in David, Panama. Photo courtesy of UNFPA/Guadalupe Valdes. A key component of communications rights is recognition of human difference and working together to enhance and enrich the common good. Three years ago,...
29 Aug 2017 New issue of online WACC journal published
Digital platforms and social media need to demonstrate reliability, transparency, and legitimacy.
...22 Aug 2017 Saint Lucia’s Folk Research Centre renamed
In celebration of his 70th birthday, the 44 year-old study centre has been renamed the Msgr. Patrick Anthony Folk Research Centre.
09 Aug 2017 WACC and Cultural Survival Highlight the Role of Communication in Advancing the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Participants at a workshop to help build the capacity of Indigenous women broadcasters and sector leaders, held in Kathmandu, Nepal, by WACC and Cultural Survival partner Radio Kairan. Photo Credit: Cultural Survival On International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, WACC and Cultural Survival are highlighting the importance...
04 Aug 2017 Summer School puts digital world under the microscope
Study and discussion programme inspires international students.
...21 Jul 2017 Linking information and knowledge to sustainable development
An important tool for promoting the rule of law, fighting corruption and ensuring other rights.
...19 Jul 2017 IAMCR celebrates Latin American thinking
Changing media landscape and role of media in sustainable development discussed.
...17 Jul 2017 Better communication helps tackle incitement to violence
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres speaks at the launch of the Plan of Action for Religious Leaders and Actors to Prevent Incitement to Violence that Could Lead to Atrocity Crimes. Photo: UN Photo/ Eskinder Debebe. The United Nations is promoting an action plan specifically designed to...
13 Jul 2017 Annual Report stresses new opportunities and partnerships
Looking forward to tackling new challenges together with WACC members and partners worldwide.
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