Gabriel: Thanks for having me, Spiffy. Politize! is a Brazilian civil society organization that produces free and unbiased content and campaigns for civic education on the Internet, trains civic leaders to be capable of solving public problems, and trains teachers to educate young people in the process of becoming engaged citizens at schools. Our ultimate goal is to improve the political culture and participation in our country, countering misinformation and authoritarianism, while strengthening democracy.
Björn: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! Nepal is one of the world’s most disaster prone countries. Yet 2.7 million people are still living in unsafe houses. Most new homes are built using fired bricks, which emit a huge amount of CO2 emissions and air pollution, harming our planet. Build up Nepal is addressing this by supporting local entrepreneurs to make eco-friendly bricks and build safe, affordable houses. Our ‘ECO2Bricks’ are greener, cheaper, and safer than fired bricks.
Nick: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! Our project tackles the challenge of educational and environmental inequities in underserved communities. By equipping youth with geographic information system (GIS) and data analysis skills, we empower them to map disparities, advocate for change, and propose solutions. Our work focuses on creating accessible, engaging learning modules that enable students to analyze social issues and drive community-driven innovations, bridging the gap between technical education and social justice. This approach fosters a new generation of informed advocates and problem solvers committed to equity and sustainability.
