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Will the worst conditions of global poverty be alleviated by 2015? The UN Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) are eight development aimed at improving chances of survival in the world's poorest countries. They were adopted in 2000 by all 193 UN member states but have not yet been met by all.
Mark the date: 11/11/11
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In 2011 Global Voices partnered with the 11Eleven Project to raise awareness about the MDGs. In November, on 11/11/11 we invited world citizens to help create a collaborative portrait of humanity with: photos, films, audio, and blog posts about this day. The 11Eleven project will turn these into a photo book, a music collection, and a film. We encouraged everyone to blog about “How I wish the world will be in 100 years” with emphasis on the important issues below. Please contact Paula Góes if you have questions.
Kids in Madagascar join the 11Eleven Project
Latest Global Voices Posts About DevelopmentWhy small islands need their own Marshall Plan2 days agoFossil fuels dependency exacerbates Pakistan’s power crisis3 days agoPakistan administered Kashmir faces internet shutdown amidst protests6 days agoTea is a daily delight for Bangladeshis, yet plantation workers face immense hardships1 week agoMoney from trees: What of Guyana's Indigenous people and their rights — and do they benefit from the carbon trade?2 weeks ago
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Our development coverage focuses on people who use online citizen media to raise global awareness and create change. By calling attention to perspectives shared by citizens around the world, Global Voices aims to show how social and economic injustice is experienced by those who live it.  Below are Global Voices stories from 2011 and 2012 (for best of 2010 click here).
Goal 1: Eradicate extreme poverty & hunger
Goal 2: Achieve universal primary education
Goal 3: Promote gender equality & empower women
Plus: coverage of “Slut Walks” in Australia, India, and Brazil.
Goal 4: Reduce child mortality
Newborn sleeps in hospital in Southern Luzon, Philippines (November, 2009). Oliver Belarga –
Goal 5: Improve maternal health
Goal 6: Combat HIV/AIDS, malaria & other diseases
Goal 7: Ensure environmental sustainability
Goal 8: Develop a global partnership for development
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