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Voices for Change Symposium on Environmental and Social Justice

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Pretoria, South Africa – 11–16 November 2025 The “Symposium on Environmental and Social Justice” took place in Pretoria, South Africa, hosted by SAVWA (South Africa Volunteer Work Camp Association) and co-funded by the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union. The activity brought together 27 participants including facilitators Kate Curtis and Mzwakhe Vilane.  The aim was …

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Join the Upcoming Symposium on Environmental and Social Justice

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A Call to Youth, Activists, and Change-Makers On 13 November 2025, Pretoria will host the Symposium on Environmental and Social Justice, organised by CCIVS (Coordinating Committee for International Voluntary Service) within the framework of the Voices for Change project, co-funded by the European Union. The event will also be accessible online, opening participation to a …

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Changing the World, One Song at a Time: The Voices for Change Journey in Kenya

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In a lush green-suburb of Karen town a group of young environmental enthusiasts and musicians from the four continents namely; Africa, Europe, Asia and America came together in Nairobi, Kenya for a 10 days workshop funded by the European Union and organised by the Coordinating Committee for International Voluntary Service (CCIVS) to  deepen the understanding …

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CCIVS Statement: Gaza – A Genocide in Real Time

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As the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza deepens, CCIVS reaffirms its unwavering solidarity with the Palestinian people and calls for immediate international action to halt the ongoing atrocities. The situation in Gaza has deteriorated to unprecedented levels: ● ​Mass Starvation: Civilians are being denied access to essential food and medical supplies, leading to widespread malnutrition and …

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Empowering Digital Exchange Through Community: SAVWA LIVE-EX Journey in South Africa

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At South Africa Volunteer Work Camp Association (SAVWA), we believe in the transformative power of intercultural learning and inclusive digital exchange. Our partnership with LIVE-EX consortium members has opened dynamic avenues for empowering youth, bridging cultural gaps, and fostering solidarity across borders especially through the promotion of high-quality virtual engagement. Since the LIVE- Ex project’s …

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Cleaning Up Lagos: A Waste Management Initiative for a Sustainable Future By LIVE-Ex Team Nigeria

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Lagos, Nigeria’s largest city, is facing a significant waste management challenge, generating over 10,000 tons of waste daily. Much of this waste ends up in landfills or littering the streets, posing serious environmental and health risks while hindering economic development. To address this issue, the LIVE-Ex Nigeria Team is launching the “Clean Up Lagos” initiative in April 2025, aimed …

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ICYE Kenya Exposes the Environmental Legacy of Colonial Extraction: A Call for Climate Justice

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Colonialism not only disrupted societies—it devastated ecosystems. European colonial powers extracted natural resources from colonized regions like Kenya with little concern for sustainability or the long-term well-being of local communities. These practices were driven by the needs of industrial growth in Europe, often resulting in deforestation, ecosystem destruction, and other environmental damage. ICYE Kenya, as …

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Empowering Communities Through Recycling: LIVE-EX Participants Launch Sustainability Challenge in Mozambique

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Pollution and environmental degradation pose serious social and economic threats, directly affecting human health, living standards, and both local and global economies. Addressing these complex challenges requires innovative thinking and collective action. As Albert Einstein once said: “We can’t solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them.” This …

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Women Gardeners of Kpalimé, Togo: Battling Water Scarcity and Environmental Challenges

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Kpalimé, Togo – In the heart of southern Togo, the women gardeners of Kpalimé are confronting escalating environmental challenges that threaten their ability to cultivate organic produce for their families and communities. Key issues include the drying up of watercourses, the spread of plastic pollution in rivers, and the silting of waterways, all intensified by …

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