by Archana Apte Sanitation, as many readers know, is a huge global health and safety issue. Access to hygienic toilets and hand-washing facilities prevents deadly waterborne diseases, increases privacy and safety for women and girls, and improves people’s overall quality of life. And as our world grows increasingly urbanized, more Read more…
by Liam Mahoney What is Paka apparel? Paka is an alpaca wool apparel company based out of Cusco, Peru, working to financially empower Peruvian women. How was Paka started? My best friend Kris Cody and I have always shared the desire to see the world, step outside of our comfort Read more…
by Katie Powers, Somya Thakker, and Alejandra Peña Do you know the feeling you get when you accomplish a goal that previously seemed unattainable? Its an incredible wave of emotion where you are overcome with pride and joy. Working at Kiva, we got to experience this feeling almost every day through the Read more…
by Archana Apte I peer into the gently simmering pot and pick up my fork. Trying not to think about it too much, I scoop a caterpillar onto my fork and pop it into my mouth. The bug is chewy, crunchy, and imparts a slight tomato flavor thanks to the Read more…
by Professor Dennis Shaughnessy Imagine a world in the near future in which there are no one is poor, hungry or sick, everyone has the opportunity for a quality education and dignified work, and the world is protected from further damage to the climate from carbon emissions. Muhammad Yunus, the Read more…
By Meredith Dillard Millions of people across the world will flick a light switch without a second thought. To many, having electricity is a given; it’s something that has been around for hundreds of years. Although electricity is not a new concept, it has yet to reach everyone that needs Read more…