In 2012, 14-year-old Laura Dekker embarked on a 518-day solo journey to circumnavigate the globe, aiming to become the youngest person to achieve this feat. Filmmaker Jillian Schlesinger

In 2012, 14-year-old Laura Dekker embarked on a 518-day solo journey to circumnavigate the globe, aiming to become the youngest person to achieve this feat. Filmmaker Jillian Schlesinger documented her remarkable voyage, which is featured in the full-length documentary "Maidentrip."

Following the route her parents took two decades earlier through French Polynesia, Dekker successfully completed her journey. She currently holds the record as the youngest person to sail around the world by herself.

Gary Bencheghib and his Sungai Watch team confront plastic pollution on Indonesia's dirtiest rivers, wading through waste daily to prevent it from reaching the ocean. In a crucial TEDx talk,

Gary Bencheghib and his Sungai Watch team confront plastic pollution on Indonesia's dirtiest rivers, wading through waste daily to prevent it from reaching the ocean. In a crucial TEDx talk, Bencheghib stresses that once plastic enters the ocean, it's too late. Recycling alone is insufficient; systemic change in product manufacturing is vital. He argues we must stop treating rivers as garbage bins and instead see them as mirrors of global consumption.

This crisis is deeply personal for Bencheghib. Raised in Indonesia, he began organizing beach cleanups at age 14 with his siblings. What started as a family initiative quickly evolved into a lifelong mission to protect waterways from plastic waste. https://www.ted.com/tedx

In honor of Earth Day, I’m sharing a video featuring Chris Jordan's "one minute challenge" from March 2016. This challenge encourages individuals to pick up as much trash as possible in one

In honor of Earth Day, I’m sharing a video featuring Chris Jordan's "one minute challenge" from March 2016. This challenge encourages individuals to pick up as much trash as possible in one minute, highlighting the extensive impact of plastic waste on wildlife and ecosystems.

I hope this inspires you to collect debris during your walks or to challenge friends to participate in the one minute challenge. If you take part, please record your efforts, upload the video, and share it!

In this episode of Earthsayers in Conversation, host Shannon speaks with Alex, a pediatric nurse and activist from the Handmaids of Minnesota. What began as a protest on International Women's Day

In this episode of Earthsayers in Conversation, host Shannon speaks with Alex, a pediatric nurse and activist from the Handmaids of Minnesota. What began as a protest on International Women's Day in 2025 has evolved into a movement using the imagery from Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale to highlight the erosion of women's rights in America. Alex discusses the symbolism behind the Handmaid uniform, which represents the silencing of women's voices.

Alex shares poignant stories from her activism, including supporting a fellow nurse in a domestic violence case and witnessing tragedies that fuel her commitment to change. She emphasizes the importance of inclusivity in the movement and envisions a shift from silent protest to active rebellion. Learn more about the Handmaids at Handmaids of Minnesota.

Award-winning environmental documentary thriller YANUNI is a story of love and resistance.

From critically acclaimed director Richard Ladkani and producers Juma Xipaia, Anita Ladkani

Award-winning environmental documentary thriller YANUNI is a story of love and resistance.

From critically acclaimed director Richard Ladkani and producers Juma Xipaia, Anita Ladkani and Leonardo DiCaprio, YANUNI follows Indigenous chief Juma Xipaia, who rises from activism to Brazil’s new Ministry of Indigenous Peoples. While her husband Hugo, a federal agent, raids illegal gold mines, she navigates politics, threats and impending motherhood — at the personal cost of resistance.

Released worldwide on Amazon Day, 5 September 2026.

➡ Stand with those protecting the Amazon Rainforest: https://rewild.org/yanuni

➡ Download assets to share: https://yanuni-film-toolkit.com

➡ Learn more about the Juma Institute: https://institutojuma.org

The Fun Theory, an initiative at http://www.thefuntheory.com, explores how making activities fun can encourage positive behavior, such as proper waste

The Fun Theory, an initiative at http://www.thefuntheory.com, explores how making activities fun can encourage positive behavior, such as proper waste disposal. One notable experiment demonstrated this by collecting 72 kg of rubbish in a single day, simply by making the act of throwing trash away enjoyable.

This Volkswagen-sponsored project is dedicated to the idea that fun is the most effective way to inspire better human behavior.

This text provides an overview of a three-day green roof course, led by Dusty Gedge and John Little. The course highlights the significant benefits of green roofs, including enhanced biodiversity,

This text provides an overview of a three-day green roof course, led by Dusty Gedge and John Little. The course highlights the significant benefits of green roofs, including enhanced biodiversity, extended roof waterproofing lifespan, and contributions to nature conservation.

For additional information, please visit LivingRoofs.org. Dusty Gedge also serves as President of the European Federation of Green Roof Associations.

Subscribe to our channel: FAO of the UN. The Africa Science and Innovation Forum (ASIF 2026) commenced on 27 October in

Subscribe to our channel: FAO of the UN. The Africa Science and Innovation Forum (ASIF 2026) commenced on 27 October in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, focusing on advancing agricultural innovations.

This event unites policymakers, scientists, and development partners to explore strategies for scaling proven agricultural solutions to enhance productivity and resilience in Africa's agrifood systems. The Forum runs from 27 to 29 October 2026 at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA).

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Join us for this year's Junior #WorldFoodDay on 15 October! The event features youth activists, athletes, influencers, and innovators in an inspiring conversation about food,

Join us for this year's Junior #WorldFoodDay on 15 October! The event features youth activists, athletes, influencers, and innovators in an inspiring conversation about food, enriched with stories, music, art, and dance.

Get motivated by FAO Champions and #FoodHeroes to take action for a better future. Watch live by following FAO and subscribe to our YouTube channel. Stay connected with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, X, and Weibo.

Innovation encompasses more than just technology; it includes new ideas and creative uses of existing resources. By improving food and agriculture, we can share knowledge effectively, ensuring

Innovation encompasses more than just technology; it includes new ideas and creative uses of existing resources. By improving food and agriculture, we can share knowledge effectively, ensuring that innovations reach those who need them most. Solutions should be affordable and tailored to diverse communities worldwide.

Join us this World Food Day to explore how we can use science, technology, and imagination to enhance food production, protect nature, and secure a sustainable future. Together, we can innovate today and nourish tomorrow. Learn more at World Food Day.

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