Konda Mason, a San Francisco Bay Area filmmaker, has an extensive background in films and documentaries. Her recent work includes producing the successful digital full-dome film, "Tales of the

Konda Mason, a San Francisco Bay Area filmmaker, has an extensive background in films and documentaries. Her recent work includes producing the successful digital full-dome film, "Tales of the Maya Skies."

This acclaimed production was created for the Chabot Space and Science Center in Oakland, CA, and highlights the importance of global collaboration.

Saami youth report that climate change significantly impacts their culture, particularly affecting

Saami youth report that climate change significantly impacts their culture, particularly affecting reindeer. Unstable conditions threaten their traditional semi-nomadic reindeer herding.

This livelihood is central to the Sami, with about 10% connected to it and 2,800 individuals actively engaged full-time.

Sami youth highlight climate change's impact on their culture, particularly how unstable conditions

Sami youth highlight climate change's impact on their culture, particularly how unstable conditions affect reindeer.

Semi-nomadic reindeer herding, a key livelihood for about 10% of the Sami and 2,800 full-time herders, faces significant threats.

Dr. Jim Kim seeks public input on three vital questions:

What are the best ways to eradicate

Dr. Jim Kim seeks public input on three vital questions:

What are the best ways to eradicate poverty? What innovations can bring prosperity to all? How can member countries' vast experience be harnessed?

Submit your questions and comments via the form below, or tweet using #AskJimKim. Follow @WorldBank on Twitter for updates.

In Dana Point, California, Melissa McGinnis spoke with eco expert Anthony Zolezzi, fresh from the

In Dana Point, California, Melissa McGinnis spoke with eco expert Anthony Zolezzi, fresh from the Fortune Green conference. Zolezzi shared a profound takeaway: 50% of our oxygen comes from the ocean. He noted that the ocean's vital importance is often overshadowed by concerns for rainforests or carbon emissions.

Consequently, Zolezzi emphasized the critical need for extreme sensitivity in how we view and manage water resources moving forward. He urged a shift in perspective to prioritize the ocean's role in global ecosystems.

From 60 feet beneath the sea, Dr. Sylvia Earle delivered a powerful wake-up call about the ocean's critical state and its necessity for human survival. This message originated from Aquarius' final

From 60 feet beneath the sea, Dr. Sylvia Earle delivered a powerful wake-up call about the ocean's critical state and its necessity for human survival. This message originated from Aquarius' final mission as a research base, recorded during a live event on July 17, 2012.

The ocean is our lifeline, supplying over half our oxygen, 97% of Earth's water, and countless species. Our very existence depends on it. Watch this compelling clip featuring "Her Deepness" Sylvia Earle, a renowned ocean advocate, to understand why.

Isabel Sebastian, Business Development Manager at Bhutan Luminous, spoke at the BSR Conference 2012, highlighting happiness and well-being as crucial measures of sustainability progress. She

Isabel Sebastian, Business Development Manager at Bhutan Luminous, spoke at the BSR Conference 2012, highlighting happiness and well-being as crucial measures of sustainability progress. She emphasized their importance for development, noting that most business models require significant changes to achieve a positive impact.

Adapting business models to prioritize happiness can unlock new opportunities, empowering businesses to help individuals contribute to society, cultivate happiness as a "skill," and transform their lives. Ultimately, greater sustainability hinges on personal and collective human happiness and well-being.

Global lack of adequate technology hinders business growth, slows disaster relief, and impedes communication. NetHope bridges this critical gap.

NetHope unites leading humanitarian

Global lack of adequate technology hinders business growth, slows disaster relief, and impedes communication. NetHope bridges this critical gap.

NetHope unites leading humanitarian organizations with high-tech companies, multiplying their collective power for greater impact. (Frank Schott, Global Program Director at NetHope)

In Irish mythology, trees symbolize wealth. The Irish Government plans to sell over 1 million acres of public forests, managed by Coillte, to private investors. This vast area, equivalent to two

In Irish mythology, trees symbolize wealth. The Irish Government plans to sell over 1 million acres of public forests, managed by Coillte, to private investors. This vast area, equivalent to two counties, includes valuable native woodlands and vital refuges for Ireland's flora and fauna, which will be lost forever. Sign the petition here.

Swiss finance company Helvetia Wealth, owners of the International Forestry Fund (IFF) chaired by former Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern, has expressed interest, as has The China Investment Corporation.

This interview features Carmen Perez, Senior Research Analyst, Global Valuation at the Committee Encouraging

This interview features Carmen Perez, Senior Research Analyst, Global Valuation at the Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy (CECP). It took place at the 2013 VolunteerMatch Client Summit in New York City.

Perez discussed volunteering's crucial role in CECP's global business partnerships addressing societal issues. She highlighted its growing priority for large corporations worldwide, evolving into a strategic focus with both social and business benefits.