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Study on Forced Labor in the Xinjiang-Sourced Aluminum and Auto Parts Supply Chain into Mexico

This report presents research on forced labor in the aluminum and aluminum parts sectors in China and
its impact on the aluminum and aluminum auto parts sectors in Mexico. As part of the research team at ICF, I contributed to the design and execution of this study, including data collection and reporting on labor risks within these supply chains. This work involved synthesizing findings from diverse sources to support evidence-based policymaking on labor rights and trade practices.
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Divergent Global Views on Social Media, Free Speech, and Platform Regulation: Findings from the United Kingdom, South Korea, Mexico, and the United States

A Northeastern survey of four diverse democracies found that people in other countries differ from Americans when it comes to opinions as to how social media companies should be regulated, with respondents in the United Kingdom, South Korea, and Mexico favoring stricter content moderation than people in the U.S.—especially in cases that cause harm or distress.

Q&A with Dr. Jennie Stephens: Sustainable Resilience Through Feminist and Antiracist Leadership

Director of Northeastern University's School of Public Policy and Urban Affairs (SPPUA), Dean’s Professor of Sustainability Science & Policy, and recent book author, Dr. Jennie Stephens. speaks about intersectional resilience and the need for feminist and anti-racist leadership. In this Q&A, she discusses the need for institutional and cultural innovation in energy transition, including gender diversity and energy democracy, technological optimism, and enhancing the usability of climate science in strengthening climate resilience.
Global Observer •

Analysis: Colombia’s police brutality – an issue there too, despite the media’s narrative

While cases of police abuse in the U.S. have received national attention and sparked outrage around the world, cases in other countries, such as Colombia, get little traction in English language news outlets and was drastically decontextualized by Colombian media, essentially creating a news blackout of non-U.S. police abuse, despite the need for global attention toward the issue.
Global Resilience Institute •

Event Recap: The Critical Role of Creative Expression in Achieving Preparedness and Resilience in Uncertain Times

On July 15, 2021, GRI distinguished senior fellow, Dr. Julia Byers, LMHC, ATR-BC, led an online panel discussion on the role of creative expression to enhance resilience and humanitarian work during uncertain times. For the past 40 years, Dr. Byers has been working in over 25 countries providing humanitarian aid through expressive art, play therapies and mental health counseling.

Event Recap: Cuba’s Emerging Economic and Socio-Environmental Alternatives to Enhance Post-Pandemic Resilience

On June 30, 2021, Yociel Marrero, led the online panel discussion on Cuba’s emerging economic and socio-environmental alternatives to enhance post-pandemic resilience. Marrero is the Director of the Environmental and Consumption Program of the Antonio Núñez Jiménez Foundation for Nature and Humanity. As part of this program, he develops strategies for socio-economic alternatives that contribute to the sustainable development of Cuban society.
Nebraska Mosaic •

Lincoln police facing communication challenges to serve ESL population

Lincoln police say they are increasingly challenged to serve people from non-English speaking backgrounds whose culture and language don’t match those of their line officers.

While LPD has several officers who are bilingual and generally has someone on duty for Spanish translation, there is a need for more bilingual staff representing other languages, said LPD spokeswoman Angela Sands, adding that the department also lacks in diversity