Supriya Verma, founder of The SustainabilityX® Magazine, recently spoke at the UNESCO World Press Freedom Day Conference on "Making Societies & Journalism Sustainable." She shared insights

Supriya Verma, founder of The SustainabilityX® Magazine, recently spoke at the UNESCO World Press Freedom Day Conference on "Making Societies & Journalism Sustainable." She shared insights alongside prominent industry leaders in sustainability and media.

Distinguished speakers included Lars Tallert, initiator of the Sustainable Journalism Partnership and Head of Policy at Fojo Media Institute; Dr. Yemisi Akinbobola, co-founder of African Women in Media and CNN African Journalist Award winner; and Guy Berger, UNESCO Director for Freedom of Expression and Media Development.

An award-winning changemaker, Supriya Verma founded The SustainabilityX® Magazine in 2016 to bridge the environment and economy through dialogue. Her contributions to society have earned her international recognition, including McMaster University's prestigious Alumni Arch Award.

Tokyo Rose presents "Save Planet Earth," the official song for Earth Day Events in the 2012 Earth Day Calendar. Its powerful message warns, "Global Warming is your Warning."

The band Tokyo

Tokyo Rose presents "Save Planet Earth," the official song for Earth Day Events in the 2012 Earth Day Calendar. Its powerful message warns, "Global Warming is your Warning."

The band Tokyo Rose originated as an 80's rock group.

The Ethical Cannabis Alliance (ECA) hosted a kickoff event with Emma Chasen, Ashley Preece, and Laura Day Rivero. This event addressed the critical need for robust labor and environmental

The Ethical Cannabis Alliance (ECA) hosted a kickoff event with Emma Chasen, Ashley Preece, and Laura Day Rivero. This event addressed the critical need for robust labor and environmental standards within the cannabis industry. For more information, visit the ECA website here.

ECA Executive Director Ashley Preece was joined by guest presenters Laura Day Rivero, an expert in sustainable cannabis practices, and Dr. Elizabeth Bennett. Dr. Bennett, an Assistant Professor at Lewis & Clark College, researches the demand for ethically sourced cannabis products in Oregon and the knowledge of "budtenders" on this topic.

View the presentations on our YouTube channel and follow our Facebook and Instagram accounts to stay informed. Part 2 of the event is also available on EarthSayers.tv here.

ITU and partners annually encourage girls to pursue ICT careers, aiming to bridge the gender digital divide. Girls in ICT Day promotes studies and careers in science, technology, engineering, and

ITU and partners annually encourage girls to pursue ICT careers, aiming to bridge the gender digital divide. Girls in ICT Day promotes studies and careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), helping young women achieve their dreams and fostering digital gender equality.

This year’s theme is ‘Digital Skills for Life’. The global Girls in ICT event will be celebrated on April 27 in Zimbabwe, as part of the Transform Africa Summit 2023 (#TAS2023). Coordinated with POTRAZ and Smart Africa, the celebration will address digital skills topics like role models, education, mentorship, and youth participation.

Girls in ICT Day is now a global movement, with ITU partners and other organizations conducting events throughout the year. Learn more at itu.int/girlsinict.

Do you juggle grocery runs, enjoy a good meal, or wrangle kids at bedtime? If so, you might have more in common with an Alaskan brown bear than you think!

We spoke with a brown bear mom who

Do you juggle grocery runs, enjoy a good meal, or wrangle kids at bedtime? If so, you might have more in common with an Alaskan brown bear than you think!

We spoke with a brown bear mom who offered a glimpse into her daily life with cubs. Discover how your routine compares to hers.

A walrus enjoys a simple day: dining on clams and mussels, swimming, and socializing with thousands of friends on shore. They also groom their impressive tusks and whiskers.

Discover a

A walrus enjoys a simple day: dining on clams and mussels, swimming, and socializing with thousands of friends on shore. They also groom their impressive tusks and whiskers.

Discover a behind-the-scenes look into the daily life of a Pacific walrus.

The International Day of the Potato will be globally celebrated on May 29, 2026, hosted by the Kingdom of Lesotho. FAO Director-General QU Dongyu shared a video message for this occasion. The

The International Day of the Potato will be globally celebrated on May 29, 2026, hosted by the Kingdom of Lesotho. FAO Director-General QU Dongyu shared a video message for this occasion. The theme, "Where potatoes grow, livelihoods flourish," underscores the crop's vital role.

Potatoes are crucial for supporting farmer livelihoods and value chains worldwide, from their Andean origins to communities across Africa, Europe, and Asia. Promoting sustainable production and strengthening value chains, this crop contributes significantly to poverty reduction, improved resilience, and inclusive agrifood systems.

Learn more about the event at [FAO International Potato Day](https://www.fao.org/international-potato-day/en). For more updates, subscribe to [FAO on YouTube](http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FAOoftheUN) and follow FAO on social media.

FAO Chief Economist Maximo Torero delivered a video message for the International Day of the Potato, celebrated at the FAO FoodS Lab. The theme, "Where potatoes grow, livelihoods flourish,"

FAO Chief Economist Maximo Torero delivered a video message for the International Day of the Potato, celebrated at the FAO FoodS Lab. The theme, "Where potatoes grow, livelihoods flourish," highlights the crop's vital global role in supporting farmers and value chain actors, from its Andean origin to communities worldwide.

Promoting sustainable potato production and strengthening value chains helps reduce poverty, build resilience, and foster inclusive, sustainable agrifood systems. Learn more at [FAO International Potato Day](https://www.fao.org/international-potato-day/en). Subscribe to [FAO on YouTube](http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FAOoftheUN) and follow FAO on social media: [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/UNFAO), [Instagram](https://instagram.com/fao), [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/fao), [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@fao), [Twitter](http://www.twitter.com/fao/), [Weibo](https://www.weibo.com/unfao).

Mothers worldwide tirelessly build safer, healthier futures. At Plastic Bank, we witness this strength firsthand as women transform plastic collection into income, opportunity, and stability for

Mothers worldwide tirelessly build safer, healthier futures. At Plastic Bank, we witness this strength firsthand as women transform plastic collection into income, opportunity, and stability for their families and communities.

This Mother's Day, we celebrate all mothers who protect, provide, and build a better future for the next generation. Creating a cleaner world starts with those who never give up. Happy Mother’s Day.

Italian singer-songwriter Elisa partners with FAO to commemorate International Day of Forests and World Water Day 2026. She emphasizes that forests and water are deeply personal issues, not merely

Italian singer-songwriter Elisa partners with FAO to commemorate International Day of Forests and World Water Day 2026. She emphasizes that forests and water are deeply personal issues, not merely environmental concerns, reflecting on nature's healing power and its influence on her music and message.

Learn more about FAO's forestry initiatives at [fao.org/forestry](https://www.fao.org/forestry). Stay connected by subscribing to FAO's YouTube channel [here](http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FAOoftheUN) and following them on social media: [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/UNFAO), [Instagram](https://instagram.com/fao), [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/fao), [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@fao), [Twitter](http://www.twitter.com/fao/), and [Weibo](https://www.weibo.com/unfao). Visit [fao.org](http://www.fao.org) for further information.