COOPERATIVE HOUSING: A SOCIAL AND SUSTAINABLE MODEL

La vivienda cooperativa

Cooperative housing is a model where individuals come together to collectively and democratically address their housing needs. Widely implemented in Europe and other parts of the world, this system offers an accessible, inclusive, and sustainable alternative to the traditional real estate market. This article delves into cooperative housing and how it works and highlights notable […]

HOW TO AVOID EXCESSIVE CONSUMPTION FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

Cómo evitar caer en el consumo abusivo para un futuro sostenible

  In contemporary society, excessive consumption has become a growing concern. This phenomenon not only affects our natural resources but also impacts our mental health and social well-being. WHAT IS EXCESSIVE CONSUMPTION? Excessive consumption refers to the act of acquiring goods and services excessively and often unnecessarily. This behavior includes not only compulsive buying but […]

LGBTQI+ DIVERSITY TERMINOLOGY

LGTBIQ+ Terminología de la diversidad

  In today’s world, the visibility and recognition of sexual and gender diversity have become crucially important. The acronym LGTBIQ+ has become a symbol of inclusion and respect for all identities that transcend the heteronormative and cisnormative norms imposed by society. In this article, we will explain in detail the terminology associated with LGBTQI+, clarifying […]

HOW TO TALK TO CHILDREN ABOUT DEATH?

Hablar de la muerte con niños y niñas

  Death is an inevitable part of life and, despite medical and scientific advancements that have prolonged our lives, it remains a delicate and often avoided topic in our society. For an adult, understanding and accepting death can be a challenging task, but for a child, this task can seem even more complicated.  However, talking […]

CELEBRATING CULTURAL DIVERSITY: A PILLAR FOR DIALOGUE AND DEVELOPMENT

La diversidad cultural

  The World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, celebrated every May 21st and organized by UNESCO, highlights the richness of the world’s cultures and underscores the importance of intercultural dialogue in achieving peace and sustainable development. In a world where 89% of conflicts occur in countries with limited intercultural dialogue, strengthening this […]

CHILD AND ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH

La salud mental

  Mental health in childhood and adolescence is an increasingly relevant topic in our contemporary society. According to data from the Multidisciplinary Task Force on Child and Adolescent Mental Health, approximately 1 in 7 children faces some form of mental health issue. In recent years, cases of anxiety, depression, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) […]

WHAT IS SELF-CONSUMPTION OF ENERGY?

El autoconsumo energético

  The search for more efficient and economical energy use has become a priority for many. On the one hand, we are more aware of its environmental impact. On the other, there is the economic cost of traditional energy resources. It is increasingly rising and is one of the big reasons why more people are […]

ANDROCENTRISM IN MEDICINE

El androcentrismo

  On March 8, in commemoration of International Women’s Day, it is essential to reflect on the importance of adopting a gender perspective in the field of medicine. Throughout history, the androcentric approach has dominated medical practice, relegating the specific needs of women and perpetuating a gender bias that impacts the health and well-being of […]

THE 9 MOST IMPORTANT HUMAN VALUES

Los valores humanos

  Human values are principles that guide our actions and decisions in life. They are the ideals and beliefs that we hold dear and that give us a sense of purpose and meaning. In addition, they are universal, which means that they are shared by all cultures and societies around the world. THE MOST RECOGNIZED […]

MIGRATION, SOME OF ITS CAUSES AND CONSEQUENCES

La migración

  Undoubtedly, migration management is one of the main global challenges we face as a society and is testing the response capacity of our societies and the international community. But what do we mean when we talk about migration?  Refers to the movement of people from one place to another, usually across political or geographic […]