Register to join us in Kathmandu, Nepal on December 6-7!
The Global Voices Summit is an international gathering on digital media, knowledge, and activism from a Global Majority perspective.
Join us at the Hotel Yak & Yeti in Kathmandu, Nepal on December 6-7, for two days of connection, collaboration and conversation with journalists, activists, technologists, and others from around the world.
A region on the brink: The global implications of the war on Gaza
Despite global calls for a ceasefire, Israel’s war on Gaza persists, deepening the severe humanitarian crisis and risking the eruption of a regional war.
The melting pot of Nepal
This special coverage explores the complex dynamics of Nepal, delving into its environmental success stories; celebrating its traditions, food, and languages; while acknowledging the existing social and political challenges.
Forever is gone, forever: Syria after the dictatorship
The phrase “forever is gone, forever” is not just a declaration of the dictatorship’s end; it is a promise to future generations that Syria’s darkest days are behind it.
Global Climate Justice Fellowship
The Global Climate Justice Fellowship partners independent Sinophone journalists and journalists from Central Asia, Francophone Africa, and Latin America to assess the role of China in mitigating the global climate crisis.
Latest stories
Saydnaya: In Syria, a legacy of pain looking for an honorable cleansing
"For those of us who cherish the beauty and history of the town of Sydnaya, its prison’s notoriety has been a painful stain on a proud identity."
Online safety or censorship? Malaysia’s parliament passes two contentious media bills
“These measures risk transforming Malaysia’s digital spaces into stricter and highly regulated environments, stifling open discourse and innovation while entrenching state control over the internet.”
The revolving door of Africa's displacement crises
The global community urgently needs to increase funding for humanitarian relief and also invest in proven programs, such as climate-smart agriculture, that can prevent displacement.
Eyes in the sky: Hong Kong police considering AI-enhanced drone patrols
Hong Kong police are considering using drones for routine patrols and analysing their images with artificial intelligence.
‘I'm Still Here': The Brazilian story of forced disappearances by the military dictatorship
As Rubens Paiva's story fills cinemas and Brazilians learn more about the state terrorism that shattered lives and families, news about another coup attempt made the past even more present.
Why is Latin America's birth rate declining?
“By 2100, more than 97 percent of countries—198 out of 204—will have fertility rates below what is necessary to sustain population size over time.”
‘Free yourselves from fear’: Cambodian youth activists fight for environmental justice
"The more they arrest our members, the more defenders are coming up. We will be always here fighting for environmental justice."
How death threats, job losses, and lack of protection affect whistleblowers in West Africa
Across Africa, corruption remains a critical barrier to development, undermining democratic institutions, slowing economic growth, contributing to governmental instability, and fueling organized crime and general insecurity.
In Burkina Faso, the artist Fasky uses photography to promote resilience and social engagement
In Africa, artistic gatherings serve as excellent platforms for activists aiming to draw attention to social issues and human rights.
Feminist literature under fire: The ‘Cometierra’ controversy in Argentina
“Cometierra,” Argentine writer Dolores Reyes's debut novel, is the main target in the Argentine government's censorship campaign against feminist literature in schools.
Children of the border: Uncovering the crisis of child labor and sexual exploitation at the Pakistan-Afghanistan border
At Torkham, a busy Pakistan-Afghanistan border crossing, young children navigate heavy traffic, carrying burdensome loads. Their presence amid bustling trade highlights stark issues of exploitation, survival, and a precarious shadow economy.
How artists in exile are becoming a focal point for the Russian diaspora abroad
Art in exile reminds the world that — like any other country — Russia is multifaceted, and even in the most difficult situations there are people with whom dialogue is possible.
What is hindering the complete eradication of polio in Africa?
In a message to mark World Polio Day 2024, WHO Regional Director for Africa, Matshidiso Moeti, reported that 134 cases of polio type 2 had been detected in 2024 alone as of September 5.
Abandoned in the Sahara: Is Algeria turning the desert into a migrant graveyard?
Forced to cross the Sahara, migrants grapple with extreme heat and climate disasters. Amid EU-backed deportations, their plight reflects a global failure to safeguard human rights and dignity.
The Czech Republic’s ‘Lex Russi’: A proactive law or a liberal failure?
Czech government’s recent proposal to restrict citizenship applications for Russian nationals has sparked significant controversy
From inbox to front page: How the media fuels hate speech in North Macedonia
This is not the first time the media has carelessly published politicians’ statements without critically analyzing them, using the situation to generate sensationalism and boost viewership.
November 20th: A day to celebrate and discuss Afro-Brazilians heritage and history
2024 marks the first time Black Consciousness has been recognized as a national holiday in the country. It commemorates the death of Zumbi, leader of Palmares Quilombo, in the 17th century.
Proposed changes to laws on primary and secondary education in North Macedonia leave space for discrimination, experts warn
These acts send a “clear message that certain groups are not protected from discrimination, even in the most sensitive areas of society, such as public education.”
Journalist and human rights activist Murat Temirov, an ethnic Circassian from Russia, talks about Circassians
How Circassians maintain connections despite being scattered across the world, whether there is a unified Circassian national movement, and what its goals are.
Bringing ‘Pateh’ to the world: Sara Qashghai’s artistic reinterpretation of Iranian needlework
Collaborating with local artisans, Qashghai expresses her emotions and social concerns through thread, combining personal narratives with traditional techniques and bringing Pateh into the global art scene.
The Journey of the Esperanto Movement in Nepal over the past eight decades
Sanjib Chaudhary from Global Voices spoke with Bharat Kumar Ghimire, President of the Nepalese Esperanto Association to learn about the Esperanto movement in Nepal.
