Last week, the authors of 'Why Nations Fail' won the Nobel Prize for Economics, reigniting debates about democracy and the institutions that lie behind global inequality. For any organisation intent on systemic change and addressing the core issues behind injustice, engaging with these debates is paramount. This...
“How do we incorporate voices of impacted regions? Not as recipients of aid, but as co-creators of solutions and decision-makers, prioritising issues that are important for them.” Global Health Expert The current global health research landscape is often criticised for being extractive and hierarchical. Countries from...
As New York Climate Week (NYCW) approaches, our #OGPanda Andrea Hartley has reflects on the next big convening opportunity. With this year’s theme, It’s Time, we have a clear message: the urgency of climate action is undeniable. The world is feeling the impact of climate change...
From oceans and rivers to city streets and even our bodies, plastic is everywhere. While we can easily see the devastating effects of plastic on our environment, the impact of microplastics inside our bodies is less visible but equally alarming. This unsettling reality was one of the...
With the Olympic Torch Relay on its last leg before the Flame returns to Paris on July 26th for the Opening Ceremony, the Pandas bring you our very own Team GB showcase. If you’re as famous and as competitive as Team GB, you recognise your responsibility...
In the complex landscape of global health, professionals grapple with diverse challenges ranging from antimicrobial resistance (AMR) to the impact of climate change on vector-borne diseases like malaria and dengue fever. Yet, amidst these evolving threats, a surprising adversary has re-emerged: measles. This once nearly-eradicated...
Endometriosis impacts 1 in 10 women and those assigned female at birth in the UK. That’s over 1.5 million people. To mark Endometriosis Awareness month, we caught up with our Positive Panda, Micky, who was diagnosed with the condition aged 25, over eight years after going...
Every day, our Pandas are committed to working together to create real impact. But outside of work, we all have interests that sometimes link with our day jobs – and sometimes not. This is the second post of our content series, Panda Previews, where one...
By David Bent I know who wins the edie awards as Business Leader of the Year, and SME of the year. Not because of a leak, or because I stole into their offices. Because I’m one of the esteemed judges (yes, they do call us that). Here are...
As we step into the new year, the weight of resolutions and the cliche ‘new year, new me’ narrative coupled with the dreariness of January can certainly be overwhelming. Throughout December, we reflected on our 2023 journey, set our strategic direction, and discussed our goals for...