Despite Brazil's climate commitments, research institutions in the Amazon face dwindling budgets & struggle to maintain activities, reports SciDev.Net.

Underfunding and inequitable distribution of resources compounds the challenges.

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We are proud to see our member college, SOAS University of London, has recently ranked 3rd globally in the QS World University Rankings for Development Studies. 🎉 Congratulations SOAS University of LondonDevelopment. Click below to see the full 2024 rankings: 👇🏾
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🚨 Event Alert 🚨
Are you interested in health in humanitarian crises? Join London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine for a discussion on the challenges of immunisation in humanitarian contexts. 💉🦠

📍 Virtual
🗓️ 25 April 2024
⏰ 12:50 - 13:50 GMT

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📽️ Curious about the powerful equal citizenship movement in India?

Join @DPU_UCL for a screening of 'Land of My Dreams' on 23 April. Explore the gripping narrative and ask Director Nausheen Khan questions in a Q&A after the screening.

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📅 Don't miss our webinar on 23 April exploring the need for #ClimateReparations to address injustice faced by the Global South.

Hear from Ugbad Nour Abdilahi, Jackie Opara-Fatoye, Yannis Dafermos & more.

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New Oxfam International research finds national #ClimateChange plans often exclude voices of civil society & communities most impacted.

➡️ This briefing offers recommendations: ow.ly/MIbb50RcYkP

Failing to provide basic hygiene in health facilities across Sub-Saharan Africa is incurring massive economic costs.

Tune into BBC News Africa's 'Focus on Africa' to learn from WaterAid Zambia's director Yankho Mataya.

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#Climatechange threatens the human right to health, disproportionately impacting vulnerable populations. Research via London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine shows impacts such as air pollution mortality, & disease spread, but also highlights potential solutions. Check it out here: ow.ly/M3n250RcXK9

🌟 Wishing everyone celebrating around the world a joyous and blessed Eid! 🌙 May this special occasion bring peace, happiness, and unity to all. #EidMubarak #HappyEid #EidAlFitr 🕊️🌍

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📅 On 23 April we will host a webinar on the need for #ClimateReparations as part of addressing climate injustice stemming from colonialism.

Hear from Ugbad Nour Abdilahi, Jackie Opara-Fatoye, Yannis Dafermos & Kafia Abdullahi Nalaie.

➡️ Register now: lidc.ac.uk/event/climate-…

Did you know that global education remains imbued with colonial assumptions?

📅 17 April we will explore decolonising digital education from the perspectives of distance learners across Africa, Asia & LatAm with BLE & @CODE_UOL.

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🌙 Fascinated by the science of sleep? Us too!

Dive into the latest insights with Professor Dagmara Dimitriou from IOE, UCL's Faculty of Education & Society. From AI to cancer research, explore the diverse impacts of sleep on our lives.

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📚 What is the current state of capitalism?

Matteo Giordano from the@EReNSEP_Network collective highlights some of the key economic analyses of SOAS University of London scholars. From the aftermath of the 2007-09 Global Financial Crisis to pandemic impacts.

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📢 The European Court of Human Rights has ruled on #climate cases, highlighting government accountability on greenhouse gas emissions. While it's a step forward, the decision falls short on international accountability. Read more via Oxfam International: ow.ly/eMPl50Rc5ve

We're pleased to learn that World Food Programme has managed to deliver #food aid to those suffering in #Sudan - but it's woefully inadequate. More - much more - is needed. @reuters reports:

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📅 Mark your calendars to join Queen Mary University of London School of History, Queen Mary University of London Queen Mary University of London_HSS in May for a mini-series delving into debates in post-socialist theory & practice.

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Did you join the event on #decolonising digital education that we hosted with Centre for Online and Distance Education, BLE University of London?

Be sure to join us on 17 April to hear the latest lessons from learners & to contribute to the conversation.

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🗣 Are you considering a postgraduate degree with @CityUoL👩🏾‍🎓👨‍🎓?

Join their virtual fair: 23-25 April. You'll be able talk to current students & staff plus find out about the wide range of courses on offer

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