Hundreds of farmworkers and their supporters are in New York City for Wendy's shareholder meeting, demanding improved working conditions for tomato pickers. Organized by the

Hundreds of farmworkers and their supporters are in New York City for Wendy's shareholder meeting, demanding improved working conditions for tomato pickers. Organized by the Coalition of Immokalee Workers (CIW), the Fair Food campaign, featuring organizer Gerardo Reyes-Chavez, advocates for better wages and workers' rights.

This initiative follows a White House-recognized Social Responsibility Program, which McDonald's, Subway, Burger King, and Taco Bell have already joined. These companies pay an extra penny per pound of tomatoes to raise wages and commit to sourcing from farms that respect workers' rights.

Deepa Senapathi's study investigated over 80 years of land-cover change in Britain and its impact on insect pollinator communities. The research reveals that expanding single habitat types, such

Deepa Senapathi's study investigated over 80 years of land-cover change in Britain and its impact on insect pollinator communities. The research reveals that expanding single habitat types, such as arable land, can be detrimental to pollinators.

Conversely, diverse, mixed habitats, including urban environments, may benefit species diversity. This study was published on April 1, 2015.

This ITU Tech Monthly episode explores how digital skills empower women entrepreneurs in Nigeria. It features Maryam Lawan, founder of Blue Sapphire Hub,

This ITU Tech Monthly episode explores how digital skills empower women entrepreneurs in Nigeria. It features Maryam Lawan, founder of Blue Sapphire Hub, whose "Women on Wednesday" project won an EQUALS in Tech Award for Leadership in SMEs, recognized at Mobile World Congress Barcelona in March 2026 (https://www.equalsintech.org/post/equals-in-tech-awards-at-mwc-26-meet-the-winners). The discussion highlights how digital upskilling, mentorship, and investment access drive growth for women-led businesses.

The episode also examines how emerging technologies and supportive digital ecosystems foster inclusive economic participation for women. This reflects the work of the EQUALS Global Partnership for Gender Equality in the Digital Age in advancing digital skills and inclusion.

Doreen Orishaba, who helped build Africa's first electric car in 2011, now operates electric buses across Kenya and Rwanda, moving thousands daily on zero-exhaust vehicles. In her TED Countdown

Doreen Orishaba, who helped build Africa's first electric car in 2011, now operates electric buses across Kenya and Rwanda, moving thousands daily on zero-exhaust vehicles. In her TED Countdown Summit 2025 talk (recorded June 18, 2025), she explains how to scale clean transport and why electric vehicles are closer than you think. Watch her talk: https://go.ted.com/doreenorishaba

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A special ITU Future Innovators podcast episode, celebrating the 15th International Girls in ICT Day, explores 'AI for Development: Girls Shaping the Digital Future.' Host Ellen Taylor speaks

A special ITU Future Innovators podcast episode, celebrating the 15th International Girls in ICT Day, explores 'AI for Development: Girls Shaping the Digital Future.' Host Ellen Taylor speaks with Malkia John, a Kenyan engineer, feminist tech advocate, and ITU160 Gender Champion.

Malkia shares her journey, from childhood tech curiosity to founding Sauti Salama. Her platform uses AI and digital tools to strengthen gender-based violence (GBV) response in Kenya. The episode highlights AI for social good, emphasizing local experiences in global tech discussions.

Listen on [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/episode/2kOoZz9UskxulMdyadWlBU?si=fe0d1c42013c4e1a), [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/itu-future-innovators/id1574552765?l=en-GB&i=1000763037982), or [Soundcloud](https://on.soundcloud.com/IY4XGrGCLcTNOTErha). Explore more about ITU's work for women and girls [here](https://www.itu.int/initiatives/gender-equality/).