As the human population on Earth grows larger, so does the population living in urban areas—cities, metropolises, megacities, even. It is estimated that >4 billion people live in urban areas globally and even that number is on the rise. It…
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Liberal Values in International Markets
Nowadays, more and more companies operating on a free market are getting na- tionalised by governments or acquired by state owned or state-controlled companies – within states or crossing the boarders. States are constantly increasing their power as a result.…
Take Pride in Liberalism: IFLRY’s 51st General Assembly
From 24 to 27 November, the International Federation of Liberal Youth (IFLRY) held its 51st General Assembly (GA) in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The GA was organised in partnership with the Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF), as well as support from Dutch…
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How To Travel In A Climate Friendly Way
Who doesn’t love the idea of traveling the world? There are so many places that you want to explore, but the problem is that you know travel isn’t the most sustainable thing you can do. Transportation is the second biggest…
IFLRY Abandons Festival in North Korea
Now I know what you’re thinking: why didn’t I hear anything about IFLRY wanting to join a festival in North Korea?! Well, that’s because this happened quite a while ago. If you’re currently active in IFLRY probably before you were…
Leave No Trace: How to Responsibly Enjoy the Outdoors
Spring has officially sprung! With warmer months ahead, outdoor enthusiasts are gearing up to spend more time outdoors enjoying everything that nature has to offer. Whether you’re an avid hiker, camper, or just like spending time in your local park,…
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One Problem, Two Systems
Towards the end of last year, there were a few unrelated incidents that became talking points regarding the #MeToo movement. China watchers started following one of them with great interest not only because it’s a micro cosmos into the #MeToo…
The Importance of Mental Health Care for People with Physical Disabilities
Mental health challenges are a ubiquitous concern worldwide. It has been estimated, for example, that in the U.S. alone, 1 in 5 adults, or 51.5 million people, will experience some form of mental illness in their lifetimes. Despite the prevalence…
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The Ethical Implications of Mandatory Vaccinations
The question of enforcing vaccinations is as old as vaccinations themselves. However, it is only since the – by now repeatedly disproven and non-peer reviewed – Wakefield study in the Lancet Journal was published that the anti-vaccination movement has really…
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Pakistan’s Battle against Climate Change and the Hindrances in between
The world has been rushing to contain the threat of climate change. Countries are taking drastic changes to secure their futures. However, such changes sometimes result in the economy’s stagnation, especially for those countries that employ a more traditional approach…
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