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My journey to graduation: from refugee to communications professional
My journey to graduation: from refugee to communications professional Guest blog by Shema Bienvenu, former intern for FCA Uganda. On October 26, 2024, I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and public relations—an achievement that feels both surreal and rewarding. Reflecting on my journey, I am filled with gratitude, knowing how far I’ve come […]
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Trade for development? Finland’s development policy takes a new direction.
Trade for development? Finland’s development policy takes a new direction. Poverty reduction as the top goal of development policy is absent from the recent foreign and security policy report of Petteri Orpo’s government, writes Tapio Laakso, Head of Advocacy at FCA. FINLAND IS MAKING its foreign and security policy harder and more commercially oriented, including in […]
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The experience of menstruation is universal, everyday life with it is not
That time of the month again – the experience of menstruation is universal, everyday life with it is not “If you don’t have reliable period protection, you won’t want to come to school. I strongly share this experience with girls I have met in refugee settlements in Uganda”, writes Elisa Rimaila, Communications Specialist at FCA. […]
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Flooding has disrupted the education of millions of children in south-west Somalia
Flooding has disrupted the education of millions of children in south-west Somalia As world leaders, UN experts, and climate specialists discuss mitigating the effects of climate change in the world, they continue to wreak havoc on millions of lives around the globe, especially in Africa and other third-world countries. IN MY RECENT visit to schools […]
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COP28 was a source of hope, but the vulnerable communities cannot afford complacency
COP28 was a source of hope, but the vulnerable communities cannot afford complacency Attending the COP28 in Dubai for the first five days was encouraging for me because I witnessed how the global momentum is picking up in responding to the climate crisis, writes FCA’s Executive Representative Jussi Ojala. FINN CHURCH AID has seen through […]
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There is hope even amid multiple crises
There is hope even amid multiple crises – our latest report shows over 1 million people were supported through our work 2022 WAS A YEAR OF CRISES that shook and challenged ourworldview and affected us on many levels, perhaps more deeplythan anything else ever before. Crises always lead to a great deal of suffering, and […]
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9 lessons – Transforming Technical and Vocational Education and Training for Refugees
9 lessons – Transforming Technical and Vocational Education and Training for Refugees Growing number of refugees and internally displaced people (IDPs) from protracted crisis situations are highlighting the need for durable solutions to long-term displacement situations. Instead of waiting forever to return home, young people especially need opportunities to educate themselves and find employment or […]
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Building inclusive local governance in Somalia
Building inclusive local governance in Somalia In Somalia, FCA has trained more than 700 women leaders in leadership and other skills. OVER THREE DECADES OF CONFLICT has left Somalia in poverty, most of its infrastructure destroyed, and ongoing political instability and armed conflict exacerbate the effects of climate shocks. Women have borne the brunt of […]
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The impact of the war in Ukraine isn’t limited to Europe
The impact of the war in Ukraine isn’t limited to Europe The war in Ukraine not only transformed European security policy – it also has global effects that can bring about new security threats. Whilst we support Ukraine and tackle a humanitarian crisis in Europe, the wider consequences of the war must be noted, too. […]
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Women and girls became central in our pandemic work
Women and girls became central in our pandemic work Right after the declaration of COVD-19 restrictions and lockdowns, we understood that child marriage would become a pertinent issue in our working areas, writes Program Development Coordinator Deepika Naidu. Intensifying gender-based violence (GBV), more domestic work, drop-outs from school, and increasing numbers of child marriage. The covid-19 pandemic hit us all hard, but the consequences […]
