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Despite decades of progress, millions across Africa still lack access to safe drinkable water and improved sanitation, a crisis with profound implications for public health, gender equality, and economic development.
 Recent research shows that globalization plays a complex but significant role in shaping water and sanitation access. According to Fotio & Nguea (2022), social globalization (e.g., cross-border media, migration, information flow) tends to improve access to water and sanitation in both urban and rural areas, but often widens the gap between them.
Here are 4 key takeaways:
 Urban advantage grows:
Globalization has a stronger positive impact on urban water and sanitation services than rural, risking deeper inequality.
 Social integration matters most:
Among the three dimensions of globalization (economic, political, social), only social globalization significantly increases access to clean water and sanitation.
 Economic globalization isn’t always helpful:
Trade and investment flows alone don’t guarantee better access, in some cases, they correlate with worsened sanitation services in rural areas.
 Policy matters more than flows:
De jure globalization — the rules, policies, and frameworks that enable global integration — plays a more meaningful role than de facto flows in expanding access.

 At PROSDOMA, we believe dignity starts with the basics. From empowering migrants through clean water education to supporting climate-resilient infrastructure projects, we work at the intersection of global equity and local impact.
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by E.D.
 Source: Fotio, H. K., & Nguea, S. M. (2022). Access to water and sanitation in Africa: Does globalization matter? International Economics, 170, 79–91. https://lnkd.in/dCG7dDmK
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Can Artificial Intelligence Help Fight Global Warming?

In the face of intensifying climate change, AI and machine learning are becoming powerful tools in weather prediction and disaster preparedness. But how we design, train, and apply these models will determine their real-world impact.

Despite bold global commitments, universal access to clean water and sanitation remains far from reality. While official statistics claimed dramatic progress under the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), recent analysis reveals a more sobering truth.
Recent research by Tortajada and Biswas (2018) shows that global data used to measure access was flawed, focusing on “improved sources” rather than actual water quality or reliability. As a result, over 1.8 billion people still consume water contaminated with fecal matter, and many sanitation services fail to include proper wastewater treatment.
 Here are 4 takeaways:

 Baseline indicators were misleading:
The MDGs (Millennium Development Goals – the UN’s global development agenda from 2000 to 2015) often overstated access by ignoring contamination, seasonal availability, and infrastructure failure.
 Academia must step up:
Researchers have largely remained silent about data inaccuracies, missing the chance to reshape policy and accountability.
 The rural-urban divide persists:
While urban areas see modest gains, rural and marginalized communities, including indigenous populations in Canada, remain underserved.
 Solutions must go beyond infrastructure:
Equity, political will, long-term funding, and local ownership are key to delivering safe, sustainable water systems.

 At PROSDOMA, we believe access to clean water is a basic human right, not a development milestone to check off. From empowering local communities in Africa to supporting water justice for underserved populations in Canada, we act where data fails and dignity matters.
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by E.D.
 Source: Tortajada, C., & Biswas, A. K. (2018). Achieving universal access to clean water and sanitation in an era of water scarcity: strengthening contributions from academia. Current Opinion in Environmental Sustainability, 34, 21–25. https://lnkd.in/dkRMbBD4

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#InfrastructureWithImpact

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There are mornings when Confidence Jato wakes up and remind herself that she survived.
She survived the kidnappings. She survived the beatings that left her toes crushed and later
amputated. She survived the fire that reduced her home to ashes.
But some mornings, even survival feels hollow.“You wake up one morning and realise you
are not complete,” she says, her voice carrying the weight of years lived between fear and
hope.

50-year-old Confidence once had an ordinary life in the English-speaking part of Cameroon;
managing her property, raising her three children and planning a future with her husband but
when the country’s bilingual crisis turned violent from 2016, normal life disappeared for her
family from 2018.

“When unarmed men get guns, they become powerful,” she says. In a place where power was
bought with fear, no one was safe, not even those like Confidence who tried to stay neutral.
Accused by the military of supporting separatists and by separatists of harbouring the
military, Confidence became a target. She was kidnapped twice and had to pay a ransom. The
second time she was kidnapped, the armed men beat her so severely that when she finally
made it to a hospital, doctors had no choice but to amputate two of her toes.
In 2019, her property was burned down and had no choice than to flee with her family to a
French-speaking city, where survival was a daily calculation: “How and what will we eat?
Where do we hide? How do we communicate when we cannot speak and understand
French?”

Each day she woke up to face a life that felt smaller, harder and more uncertain. When a
friend in Canada asked her how to help, Confidence had no words to explain the depth of her
loss. She simply said, “anything,” an answer spoken not from hope, but from exhaustion.
In 2023, Confidence received an invitation from her friend to move to Canada. In this new
journey, she carried little more than her wounds. It was there, at her most vulnerable, that she
met PROSDOMA who did not just offer handouts but tools for rebuilding a life.

Through PROSDOMA’s projects, Confidence was connected to a lawyer who helped her
apply for Protected Person status. She was assisted to access food banks and clothing drives,
easing the weight of basic survival.
She was enrolled in computer classes, teaching her to use a tool that once seemed out of
reach. Confidence, who had grown up where computers were considered a “luxury”, now
navigates them as a key to her future.

PROSDOMA has helped her build a resume from scratch, accredit her first degree and
understand the complicated world of taxes and documentation in a new country. Today, she
works in caregiving, with plans to get formal certification.
With hopes to reunite with her husband and three children, who still live in hiding in
Cameroon, her permanent residency application is underway thanks to support from
PROSDOMA. For her, “on the mountain top, I can shout that PROSDOMA has been of great
help to me.”

Confidence may not feel complete, but she is still standing, still building, still daring to
dream, strongly believing that sometimes, survival itself is the most powerful rebellion.

Volunteering isn’t just about giving your time—it’s about creating real change in the world around you. Every year, millions of people step up to help others, and the impact is incredible.

Here’s how volunteering makes a difference:

– It helps those in need. Many people rely on volunteers for food, shelter, support, and more.  

– It protects the environment. Planting trees, cleaning up communities, and saving wildlife are just a few of the ways volunteers make Earth a better place.  

– It powers nonprofits. Without volunteers, many organizations would struggle to survive. Your time helps them stretch their resources and reach more people.  

– It benefits you. Volunteering can improve your health, build your confidence, teach new skills, and connect you with new friends and communities. 

At PROSDOMA, we see this impact every day—from guiding newcomers in Alberta with essential services to supporting rural communities in Africa through sustainable farming. Whether you’re helping someone file taxes, learn basic computer skills, or find food and shelter, you’re part of something powerful.

Want to make a difference? Join PROSDOMA and turn your free time into a force for good. Every hour matters. Every act counts.

Source: https://www.habitatcltregion.org/blog/the-importance-of-volunteering/

#volunteerpower #makeadifference #supportnewcomers #sustainablecommunities #climateactionnow #giveback #communityfirst #actforchange #prosdomaimpact #bethechange.

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Alberta has made strong progress, reducing transportation emissions by 14% since 2015 — and you can help keep the momentum going! 

Switching to public transit, biking, or walking isn’t just good for the planet — it’s good for YOU too. Here’s why:

 Healthier Lifestyle:

Walking or biking more means getting active daily without hitting the gym. A simple commute can boost your fitness and overall well-being.

 Save Money:

Using public transit instead of driving helps you cut down on gas, parking fees, and vehicle maintenance costs. More savings = more adventures!

 Cleaner Air:

Fewer cars on the road mean fewer pollutants in our air. Green transportation helps create healthier, fresher communities for all.

 Stronger Communities:

Public transportation connects people — building more vibrant, inclusive cities where everyone can access work, education, and recreation.

 Every ride counts.

This summer, choose green transportation whenever you can! Your small choices create big change.

 Learn more: prosdoma.org

Sources:

Alberta Public Transportation

Alberta’s Emissions Reduction Performance

#GreenTransportation #PublicTransit #Sustainability #ClimateAction #PROSDOMA

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They leave behind their homes, families, and everything familiar — chasing hope, safety, dignity, and opportunity.
Migration is not just a journey across borders – it’s a journey of survival, courage, and dreams.

At PROSDOMA, we believe that no one should walk this journey alone.
Every displaced person deserves guidance, protection, and the chance to rebuild their life.

Our mission is to stand beside migrants, offering support, resources, and a community that cares.
Because migration is a human story, and every story deserves respect.

Join PROSDOMA’s mission to transform hardship into hope.
Learn more: https://old.prosdoma.org

#MigrationMatters #ProsdomawithMigrants #TogetherWeCan

Climate change is no longer a distant threat — it’s a present-day challenge affecting food security, water availability, and the very survival of many communities. Rising temperatures, sea levels, and extreme weather events are putting pressure on the most vulnerable populations, especially in developing countries and small island nations. 

That’s why Sustainable Development Goal 13 (SDG 13) urges the world to take urgent action. This includes:
– Integrating climate measures into national policies
– Raising awareness and strengthening institutional capacities
– Supporting countries most at risk through better planning and adaptation strategies

At PROSDOMA, we are committed to creating sustainable futures — both in Alberta and in Africa. Whether it’s promoting climate-smart agriculture in Cameroon or supporting local climate education for newcomers in Canada, we believe in local action for global impact. 

Empowering newcomers to understand and adapt to climate realities is part of building resilient communities. Let’s work together to make our homes — old and new — more sustainable, informed, and protected.

Get involved. Spread the word. Support our mission at PROSDOMA.

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Did you know that Devon and St. Albert have been recognized as Tree Cities of the World? 
This international recognition—awarded by the Arbor Day Foundation and the UN FAO—honors cities that show exemplary commitment to urban forestry and sustainable green spaces.

Why does this matter?
Trees are not just beautiful—they’re essential for our health, biodiversity, and climate. Urban forests improve air quality, reduce urban heat, and provide critical habitats for wildlife.

At PROSDOMA, we’re proud to share that we’ve planted over 1 million trees and counting. But we’re not stopping there. Our mission is to create greener, more resilient communities—and we need you with us.

 Join our movement to combat climate change and protect our planet: prosdoma.org
 For more information: https://treecitiesoftheworld.org

#TreeCitiesOfTheWorld #UrbanForests #Devon #StAlbert #Sustainability #ClimateAction #PROSDOMA
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FINDING HOPE FAR FROM HOME

For about 60 years, John Gwe called the North West Region of Cameroon a home. It was where he built his life, raised his four children, seven grandchildren and worked on his plantation farm which he loved. But in just some few years, his home became a place of fear.

The quiet comfort of rural life was shattered by violence based on suspicion. John, a farmer and shop owner, suddenly found himself accused of a crime he did not commit.

His only “crime” was owning a plantation which unknown to him, separatist fighters had used as a hideout. When the security forces found out, John was blamed and accused of supporting insurgents. “It was serious,” he recalls. “I was attacked from both sides. I did not know who I could trust. I was so depressed that I had to run.”

Under the cover of darkness, John left behind everything; his home, his land, his wife, children and grandchildren and slipped across the border into Nigeria. 

In another man’s land, safety did not greet him. “I slept in a park, slept on the street for a week,” he says. “No bed. No food. I used to run my own shop back home. Now I was begging to eat.”

His turning point came from a stranger; a driver who listened to his story and offered him a room in his home. That single act of kindness became his anchor until he could find refuge in Canada.

Now 63, John is safe, but still separated from the family he longs to reunite with. “It has been another kind of struggle,” he says. “I had to start life all over again.”

His first asylum claim in Canada was denied. With support from PROSDOMA’s Newcomer Support and Integration Programme, his application was resubmitted and approved. He has gained access to essential services like food banks, shelters and social services.

As a beneficiary of PROSDOMA’s Capacity Building and Education Programme, John has earned his Class 4 license to drive. PROSDOMA is helping John explore employment opportunities where he can earn a living and also reclaim his dignity.

“I never imagined I would be here,” he says. “But I am grateful to PROSDOMA. I am hopeful and I am moving forward.”

By: Tracy Amankwah Peprah.