From news channels and newspapers to the internet - everyone is talking about the ongoing COP27 summit hosted in Egypt between 6 th November to18 th November. It is considered a really important event to bring climate change under control. We are all aware of the climate change problem. Some of us are already facing the brunt of it - floods, rising temperatures, wildfires. Its, therefore, important for us to be a part of the conversation. But with so many technical lingo, and endless acronyms  being used in the conversation, we're often lost and have little sense of what's going on at COP27. Many of you may probably have no idea about what even COP27 means. Don't worry, here's your guide to everything you need to know about COP27, including the commonly used climate terms that'll help you follow the conversation and developments during and after this climate conference. Let's get to it... In this article: ·      What is COP27? ·      COP27: Agend

Your wedding is meant to be one of the most important events of your life. Being a vegan and eco-conscious person means you’d want to follow your ethical values to your wedding planning as well. Planning a vegan wedding may seem overwhelming, but it’s much easier than you think. Plus, its totally worth it when you get to incorporate your values as a couple. If you’re concerned about how guests will feel about a vegan wedding, just remember that if it’s meaningful to you, your loved ones should understand. In fact, some guests may even be pleasantly surprised to learn how amazing a vegan wedding can be and how delicious vegan menu can taste.   Here, are some tips to help you with making your ethical wedding plans . Shop for ethical rings A vegan lifestyle keeps all animal (or human) cruelty at bay, so start with ethical rings . After all, you’ll wear your wedding ring your whole life, so it’s important it ties in with your values. Instead of buying new, consider going vintage

Turkey is a crossroads for East and West, with three enormous bridges in Istanbul connecting the two sprawling parts on either side of Bosphorus – Asia on one and Europe on the other, both physically and metaphorically. The European and Oriental elements ingrained in this beautiful country are what make it a great holiday destination. There’s just so much to explore, learn and do in Turkey. The beaches, the history, and the special culinary scene all come together to create Turkey as a global tourist hotspot. We visited Turkey in July, an impromptu holiday thanks to its easy and quick e-visa service, and fell in love with the country. The average summer temperatures of 28°C make it a great holiday destination in summer. If it’s a culinary quest you’re on, then Turkey won’t disappoint. Whilst traditional cooking methods and flavours continue to largely define the nation’s gastronomical landscape, it’s a country that’s also moving with the times, with its contemporary establishments

Earth Day  came and went. By now, you must have been bombarded by content on  sustainability  from influencers, brands, activists & newspapers, and perhaps even your friends. Since you already have enough action points on  sustainable living  from all the content makers & educators, here’s my two pennies' worth 💡: Environmental justice  efforts won’t be meaningful unless there is  patriarchy  &  racial injustice . Women, transgenders, and racialized, ethnicized & indigenous people around the world experience not only the effects of environmental damage but also the intersecting oppressions & violence within their contexts. In a patriarchal world,  climate change  simply magnifies the existing inequalities within our society. The time has come to protect both people and the planet. 🧚🏽‍♀‍🌍 Be the change……… if we don’t speak up against these injustices (or are blind to them) we become part of the problem. April has been hijacked by companies trumpeting their ex