The countries of the Global South demand different policies in relations between the North and the South to promote greater economic and social justice. What are their demands?

On September 30 and October 1, 2024, the World Bank Academy and the Social Observatory of the ”la Caixa” Foundation have organized a joint international seminar to exchange knowledge and experience on the challenges posed by demographic transition and global demographic imbalances. The event has been a space to share experiences and learn about policies and programs for an integrated approach to aging and longevity, including the following areas: health and long-term care, income security, financial inclusion, jobs and active aging.

Online interactions are no replacement for face-to-face relationships in providing emotional support between young people. In fact, it is a lack of face-to-face interactions that really leads to social isolation. 

Gender stereotypes persist that mean that traits such as leadership and entrepreneurship are identified as masculine, while empathy and understanding are considered feminine.

Feeling precarious damages young people’s mental health. Of the young people interviewed for this study, 31% are at risk of depression or anxiety, and the sensation of not being able to access a decent standard of living is a crucial factor.

Does scientific evidence have an impact on public policies? According to this experiment, it will have greater repercussions if it is delivered via the media and other think tanks aligned with the ideology of political leaders.

Climate change, depopulation and the globalization of agricultural trade are causing vulnerability. This study analyzes which areas are most affected.

According to this study, 46% of young people aged between 16 and 32 years old claim to suffer from emotional distress; of these, 29.8% decide to ask for help, but only 25.9% go to health professionals.