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This year the global community launches the sustainable development goals. Individuals, communities, organisations and nation states are urged to pull together to take action to tackle climate change, fight poverty and inequality and move towards a peaceful planet. There is still a long way to go, but we’d like to celebrate some of the positive steps made in tackling and recognising sustainable solutions for a better world.
January 14, 2016
We wanted to say a massive thank you to all our volunteers this International Volunteer Day – especially those who don’t get enough credit!
December 4, 2015
On December 15th, proud Raleigh alumnus Tim Peake will have the incredible privilege of becoming the first British European Space Agency (ESA) Astronaut to visit Space. Tim, who volunteered on a Raleigh expedition to Alaska in 1991, is going through a gruelling round of final training before lift-off to the International Space Station (ISS) next month.
November 24, 2015
Google staff have been working with Raleigh International to lend their expertise to young entrepreneurs in rural Nicaragua.
November 24, 2015
This year World Toilet Day falls in the middle of Global Entrepreneurship Week, so we thought we’d share some of the most innovative toilet inventions.
November 19, 2015
“What is the recipe for a successful youth entrepreneurship programme?” That was the question on everybody’s lips last week as development experts, academics, business leaders and young people gathered at a special event at the Overseas Development Institute (ODI).
November 16, 2015On Thursday October 15th, we’re celebrating Global Handwashing Day.
Global Handwashing Day is dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding about the importance of handwashing with soap - an effective and affordable way to prevent diseases and ultimately save lives.
From the stunning mountain landscapes to the rich culture and fascinating history, there are many reasons to come to Nepal. However, behind the first impressions is a country which has faced many challenges. From the impact of natural disasters and climate change to emerging after years of political conflict, the resilient people of Nepal have had to maintain livelihoods on a tough landscape, from the highest mountains to the hot plains of Terai.
October 7, 2015
Over the weekend, 17 ambitious goals and 169 targets were adopted by world leaders.
By 2030 the United Nations hopes to achieve three overall objectives through the Sustainable Development Goals (better known as the Global Goals): end poverty, fight inequality and tackle climate change. Raleigh International believes that young people are the key to achieving these goals.
On Thursday August 13th, staff, volunteers and supporters gathered in Mysore to mark the closure of Raleigh International’s operations in India, and to celebrate seven years of incredible work alongside rural communities.
August 17, 2015
