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Democracy is being tested. Citizen assemblies can help

How can everyday people help foster and protect democracy? Detailing her work fighting for people power as an activist in Madagascar, Ketakandriana Rafitoson discusses how citizen assemblies — meetings where ordinary citizens get educated about democracy — empower communities to protect their rights, debate important civic questions and take action to create a brighter future. […]

15 Must Watch TED Talks for Students | Amber

As a student, it can be tough to find the motivation and inspiration to get through the long hours of studying, exams, and assignments. That’s why we’ve rounded up a list of 15 best TED Talks for students that are sure to reignite the spark of creativity, motivation, and inspiration within you. These talks are […]

How to defend democracy — and fight autocracy

Seventy-two percent of the world’s population lives under some sort of autocratic rule, says freedom fighter Leopoldo Lopez. In a rousing call to defend democracy worldwide, he shares the story of his imprisonment and exile for leading the movement against Venezuela’s authoritarian regime — and shares his vision for uniting across borders to champion freedom […]

5 ways leaders can adapt to shifting geopolitics

What will the world look like in 2030? International business consultant Nikolaus S. Lang predicts the evolution of a multipolar world, with multiple emerging coalitions of countries acting in new ways to achieve their economic, technological and military goals. He dives into what this will mean for the global economy, offering five tips for business […]