An advanced listening practice (IELTS/TOEFL) exploring the “brain drain” phenomenon and the modern solutions, like remote work and “brain circulation,” that are changing global talent flow.

An advanced listening practice for IELTS/TOEFL focusing on the history, suppression, and powerful modern revival of Tā Moko, the Māori facial tattoo, as a symbol of identity.

Explore the complex story of Patrice Lumumba, the Congo’s first PM. This advanced listening practice (for TOEFL/IELTS) covers the political forces behind the Congo Crisis.

We’ve explored the cognitive tax of poverty and the systems that perpetuate it. But what’s the point of knowing if nothing changes? This article is a call to action to bridge the empathy gap in our daily lives—transforming academic knowledge into compassionate action, one small, human interaction at a time.

Fighting poverty isn’t just charity; it’s a smart investment. Discover how eradicating poverty boosts economic growth, creates new markets, and builds a more stable and prosperous society for everyone.

Test and improve your advanced English listening skills with this exam-style practice. Listen to a social worker’s audio diary and answer 10 comprehension questions to prepare for exams like TOEFL and IELTS.

Why is it so hard to plan for the future when you’re struggling today? This article explores the concept of poverty and time perception, revealing how scarcity shatters our relationship with tomorrow. Discover how poverty traps people in an endless present and what it means to give someone back the luxury of a future.

Poverty isn’t a character flaw; it’s a cognitive burden. Explore the science of how chronic stress and scarcity impact brain function, decision-making, and the ability to plan for the future.

Boost your listening comprehension for TOEFL, IELTS, and other international exams. Listen to a lecture on the economic impact of mobile money in Kenya and test your skills with 10 questions.

Is fighting poverty just a smart economic investment, or is it something more? This article goes beyond ROI to explore our deepest ethical obligations. Using ideas like the “veil of ignorance,” it asks what kind of world we would build if we didn’t know our place in it. This isn’t about charity; it’s about justice and affirming our shared humanity.