Gary A. Haugen - Agenda Contributor | World Economic Forum
Jan 3, 2017 · Graduate, Harvard University; JD and Ford Foundation Scholar in International Law, University of Chicago. Formerly: Senior Trial Attorney, Police Misconduct Task Force, Civil Rights …
How can we prevent a COVID-19 food crisis?
May 16, 2020 · And, more recently, the worst locust blight in 70 years has destroyed crops in East Africa. In Kenya, the price of maize, a staple food, has risen by over 60% since 2019. COVID-19 is …
Millions in Africa face starvation as huge locust swarms descend ...
Jun 26, 2020 · The most serious desert locust outbreak in 70 years could leave nearly 5 million people in East Africa facing starvation, according to the International Rescue Committee (IRC). It comes as …
Technology alone can't solve our problems. Here's what might
Sep 25, 2020 · The Fourth Industrial Revolution can't be a panacea for the problems caused by our obsession with unchecked economic growth. We need instead a concerted effort to reset our …
What worries Africa's young people about climate change? | World ...
Dec 9, 2021 · A new survey shows that two-thirds of Africa's young people are pushing for bolder policy action against climate change or trying to reduce their own carbon footprint. New data from 4,500 in …
3 ways China is using drones to fight coronavirus
Mar 16, 2020 · Have you read? Smart drones to be tested in battle against E. Africa locust swarms India is using hundreds of drones to map the country in incredible detail China's response shows how bold …
Here's why small-scale farmers need more climate funding
Nov 4, 2022 · Small-scale farmers produce food for two out of every three people but are struggling with climate change, inflation and other shocks. If we fail to support small-scale farmers, we risk the …
Humanitarian crises disproportionately impact female health | World ...
May 25, 2022 · Combining gender-informed approaches with public-private partnerships could tackle the uneven impact of humanitarian crises on women and girls' health.
How can technology be used in the battle against world hunger?
Nov 22, 2018 · 4. Globally, a mobile app called eLocust3 is being used to monitor and quickly detect one of the most dangerous migratory pest species in the world, the desert locust. The app combines the …
Why insect and plant species are named after celebrities | World ...
Jun 14, 2021 · Lady Gaga, David Attenborough and Beyoncé are just some of the celebrities to have species named after them.