As acknowledged by the authoritative definition provided by the World Health Organization , "mental health is a state of mental well-being that enables people to cope with the stresses of life, realize their abilities, learn well and work well, and contribute to their community. It is an integral component of health and well-being that underpins our individual and collective abilities to make decisions, build relationships and shape the world we live in. Mental health is a basic human right. And it is crucial to personal, community and socio-economic development" Moreover, according to this international organization, "[about] 13% of the global population is living with mental disorders, [including] a range of mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and others" . In concordance with other recent researches, the WHO article highlights several causes triggering this phenomenon: apart from the traditional attri...

  Women in Politics Although women constitute nearly half of the global population, their representation in politics remains largely symbolic. It can be concluded that the role of women in global politics is limited and underrepresented. According to the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women, in one of the most significant electoral periods in recent history, 107 countries have yet to elect a female head of state. In 2024, women represented only 27% of members of national parliaments and 35.5% of members of local governments. This stark disparity highlights the ongoing challenges women face in achieving political representation. Several factors contribute to the underrepresentation of women in politics. Economic barriers are a significant challenge, as women often face difficulties in financing their political campaigns, which limits their ability to compete on equal footing with men. Campaigns require substantial financial resources, and women...

  The LGBTQ+ community (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and other gender identities and sexual orientations) represents a rich human diversity that has been present throughout history, although it has not always been recognized or accepted. In recent years, the LGBTQ+ movement has gained visibility, rights and support, but it also continues to face significant challenges in different parts of the world. To speak of the LGBTQ+ community is to speak of identity, love, struggle and dignity. Each letter of this acronym represents a unique experience. Lesbians and gays have fought for decades for the right to love freely. Bisexual people challenge the stereotypes of a binary sexuality, while transgender people face one of the harshest realities of discrimination and violence. The term “queer,” once an insult, has been reclaimed as an expression of pride for those who are uncomfortable with traditional labels.  One of the most important aspects of advancing LGBTQ+ rights ...