Ao Kong: Providing a Technology Gateway for the Least-Developed Countries

Nov 17, 2023 Posted by: Daniela Vega All SDGs, AoKong, NY, USA

Thanks for having me, Spiffy! The United Nations Technology Bank for Least Developed Countries (LDCs) is the United Nations entity dedicated to serve the 46 least developed countries as the gateway to science, technology, and innovation for achieving sustainable development. The least developed countries are low-income countries highly vulnerable to economic and environmental shocks and have low levels of accumulated knowledge and skills that make a productive workforce. They are confronting severe structural impediments that leave them very limited options to achieve sustainable development when other countries are advancing. One of the key solutions is supporting their access to science and tech such as research capacity, digitalization, sustainable agriculture, and manufacturing.

Paula Sevilla Núñez: Thinking Through Ways to Reduce Inequalities in Societies

Nov 16, 2023 Posted by: Daniela Vega NY, PaulaSevillaNuñez, SDG 10, SDG 11, SDG 16, USA

Thanks for having me, Spiffy! At NYU CIC, through the Pathfinders initiative, I work with governments and organizations to think through ways to reduce inequalities in societies, so that everyone has access to services and opportunities. We show how societies that are more equal are also better positioned to address other challenges, like climate change, pandemics or violence. We help raise awareness of lessons learned and experiences from different countries and organizations, and provide evidence for the importance of ensuring fairer outcomes for all members of society regardless of their income, race, ethnicity, gender, nationality, etc.

Mariama Camara: Beauty Brand Addressing the Industry’s Sustainability Challenge

Nov 08, 2023 Posted by: Anushree Nande Mariama Camara, NY, SDG 12, USA

Mariama: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! KANAFRIK addresses the beauty industry’s sustainability challenges. We are empowering women producers and local farmers to reduce plastic waste through reusable bags and pouches. We uphold fair trade, offer refills, and provide clean beauty products that benefit both people and our planet. As Africa’s first sustainable and zero waste store, we craft clean products using 100% natural ingredients sourced from the African continent, offering the world a chance to experience the essence of Africa through our exquisite collection—suitable for all genders, skin tones, and hair types. Our products are available in New York City and Côte D’Ivoire. KANAFRIK is an inclusive brand.

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