Dominika Wiater Law School, IE University, Madrid, Spain. Bachelor of Philosophy, Politics, Law and Economics. E-mail: dwiater.ieu2021@student.ie.edu. Abstract A troubling paradox has emerged in a world striving for zero hunger: countries trying to protect their own food supplies are inadvertently starving millions elsewhere. This paper examines how food protectionism, export...

Celeste Wang SciencesPo Paris, Reims Campus, France. Foreign Affairs. E-mail: celeste.wang@sciencepo.fr. Abstract In the UN Secretary General’s report on progress made towards enhancing gender equality in 2016, significant accomplishments including increased access to education and reduced child marriage rates were reported. Through empirical research and policy analysis, we can determine...

Helena Videla School of Politics, Economics and Global Affairs, IE University, Madrid, Spain E-mail: hvidela.ieu2022@student.ie.edu. Abstract Economic considerations are crucial in a country‘s transition to clean energy. T rade policies, particularly tariffs, significantly impact the global supply chain of clean energy technologies, which in turn affect energy affordability, especially...

Ivana Soto Law School, IE University, Madrid, Spain. Dual Degree in Laws and International Relations. E-mail: isoto.ieu2021@student.ie.edu. Abstract The global Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) annual finance gap is currently estimated at $4 trillion, creating a major impasse for low- and middle-income countries. Within this context, Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) have...

Marjorie Segarra Rejincos Business School, IE University, Madrid, Spain. Dual Master in International MBA and International Development.. E-mail:segarrarmarjorie@gmail.com. Abstract Puerto Rico faces significant challenges in achieving Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 11, which aims for safer, resilient, inclusive, and sustainable cities by 2030. The island’s historical context of colonialism, economic instability,...

Matilde Pareja Plada IE University, Madrid, Spain. Bachelor of Behavior and Social Sciences. E-mail: mpareja.ieu2023@student.ie.edu. Abstract Educational inequality has been and continues to be a prominent hurdle to achieving economic growth and social mobility, especially in countries with significant socioeconomic disparities. This paper examines the impact of these disparities on...

Shimwa Omanwa School of Politics, Economics and Global Affairs, IE University, Madrid, Spain. Bachelor’s in International Relations. E-mail: somanwa.ieu2022@students.ie.edu. Abstract How do market distortions (subsidies) in energy consumption contribute to or counteract ongoing sustainable efforts in consumption? What is the effect of this on ongoing ESG reporting in a given...

Malaika Mokashi Columbia University and SciencesPo Paris, Reims. E-mail: malaika.mokashi@sciencespo.fr. Abstract Fast fashion is currently an exceptionally profitable industry based on short lived trends that rely heavily on cheap and mass production. This business model allows for affordable fashion; however in the process, it fuels extreme labor exploitation, specifically...

Leonor Mellado Mannaerts School of Politics, Economics and Global Affairs, IE University, Madrid, Spain E-mail: lmellado.ieu2023@student.ie.edu. Abstract Access to healthcare is a fundamental aspect of human development and essential to leading a dignified and fulfilled life. However, this is not the case in most countries as health inequalities persist....

Máté Andor Kelemen SciencesPo Paris, Reims, France. E-mail: mateandor.kelemen@sciencespo.fr. Abstract The Republic of Georgia gained European Union candidate status in 2023, but it remains one of the poorest countries on the continent. With the deadline of the Sustainable Development Goals fast approaching, set for 2030, it is important to...

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