As the warm winds swept across Latin America this year, another silent but relentless force began to stir: the Aedes aegypti mosquito. Once largely confined to the tropics, this small but deadly insect is now spreading dengue fever far beyond its traditional territories, taking advantage of a world reshaped by climate change. In 2024, Latin America is grappling with its most severe dengue outbreak on record, affecting millions and stretching healthcare systems to their limits. At Audiopedia Foundation, we’re seeing a surge in requests for information on dengue from communities across the region. What’s behind this unprecedented outbreak? Let’s dive deeper into the factors fueling this crisis.

Mpox, formerly known as Monkeypox, poses a significant health challenge in many parts of the world, including Eastern Africa. To help address this, Audiopedia has created Mpox Audiopedia Access Points that empower Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) to disseminate essential information in local communities.

Le Mpox, anciennement connu sous le nom de Monkeypox („variole du singe“), représente un défi sanitaire majeur dans de nombreuses régions du monde. Pour aider à relever ce défi, Audiopedia a créé des Points d'Accès Audiopedia Mpox qui permettent aux Organisations Communautaires (OC) de diffuser des informations essentielles dans les communautés locales.

In the labyrinth of struggles that marginalized women in the Global South navigate, mental health remains a silent specter. Statistics reveal a harrowing landscape: approximately one in five women in post-conflict settings suffer from depression, double the global average. Moreover, the prevalence of intimate partner violence—a significant contributor to mental distress—can be as high as 70% in these regions.

In our rapidly digitizing world, the internet has emerged as a cornerstone of modern life, offering unprecedented opportunities for education, empowerment, and economic participation. However, the mere availability of internet connectivity does not guarantee these benefits for all. 

An article from The Economist casts a stark light on an educational paradox: more girls are in school, yet literacy remains elusive in many developing regions. This contradiction exposes the reality that higher enrollment does not guarantee quality learning, signaling a systemic failure in education. As we confront these truths, it's clear that mere gradual improvements cannot rectify the widespread shortfall in women's literacy.

We're thrilled to announce some incredible news—Audiopedia has been recognized by the United Nations' SDG Digital Acceleration Agenda as a game-changing solution in the quest for gender equality, Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG5). This is an exciting milestone that confirms the transformative impact of our work, as well as a global endorsement of the importance of digital solutions in accelerating progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The illustrious corridors of the United Nations in New York City recently resonated with the voices of change, innovation, and hope. Among these voices, Audiopedia's stood out prominently. We were at the UN SDG Digital event, not just as attendees, but as ambassadors for Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender Equality. A recognition that underscores the importance and impact of our mission.

We stand at the critical halfway point of the 2030 Agenda, with the world rallying to bring the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to fruition. The importance of this collective vision is paramount, yet we find ourselves in a scenario where only a fraction of these goals is on track. Recognizing the urgency and the role digital transformation can play, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) are set to usher in a renewed sense of purpose with the SDG Digital Day on September 17.

Empowering marginalized women is a crucial step towards achieving gender equality and sustainable development. Audiopedia, our groundbreaking, UN-endorsed digital tool, is designed to bridge the knowledge gap for women in need.