The Next Century Foundation

04/09/2026

Our latest blog discusses the consequences of salinity levels on women's reproductive health in Bangladesh. This aligns with the continuing neglect of women's voices in climate policies, with recommednations of including a grassroots approach and interventions to ensure safe drinking water.

Written by Ksenia Ryadnova, a Research Officer at the Next Century Foundation.

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Saline intrusion has made safe drinking water a scarce commodity in Bangladesh, especially in coastal communities. Unfortunately, the breakdown of surrounding

02/09/2026

Our latest blog marks the fifth anniversary of the Taliban regaining power in Afghanistan. The ongoing dismissal of women's rights continues to be a warranted issue, and we call on international communities to raise this concern and emphasise women's rights in Afghanistan.

Written by Samuel Lewis, a Research Officer at the Next Century Foundation

02/09/2026

Below is our new Gaza information index that overviews current developments in Gaza, including humanitarian aid, peace efforts and further developments. This will be updated weekly.

Written by Camilla Barker, a Research Officer at the Next Century Foundation

The NCF’s weekly overview of developments in Gaza, including the humanitarian situation, aid, peace efforts and related developments.

19/08/2026

"Suppressing extremist ideas does not eliminate them; it displaces them into less visible spaces where they develop and spread unchecked. To effectively counter extremist beliefs, they must be challenged, not hidden."

Read the full statement delivered to the 62nd Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council by NCF's Senior Research Officer on Terrorism and Extremism Cristina De Leo👇

Next Century Foundation Senior Research Officer on Terrorism and Extremism Cristina De Leo addresses the United Nations Human Rights Council during its 62nd

25/07/2026

The Next Century Foundation was honoured to participate during the 62nd Session of the UN Human Rights Council, bringing together experts and participants to discuss the ongoing crisis in Sudan. The discussion highlighted the urgent need for sustained international engagement, humanitarian action, and a pathway towards lasting peace.

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The Next Century Foundation Sudan Office participated in a high-level side event during the 62nd session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, held in

24/07/2026

Donald Trump remains one of the most influential and divisive figures in modern politics. But what does the focus on one individual reveal about the wider challenges facing the US?

Written by Mr. Vivian Wineman, one of the trustees at The Next Century Foundation.

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A distinguished Oxford academic pointed out to me recently that Trump is by no means the first crook to take up residence in the White House. Nor, one might

24/07/2026

Next Century Foundation speaker Dr Ali Mamouri, Research Fellow at Deakin University and former Strategic Communication Advisor to the Iraqi Prime Minister, examines the foreign-policy challenges facing Iraq’s new prime minister ahead of a crucial visit to Washington 🕊️🕊️

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Next Century Foundation speaker Dr Ali Mamouri, Research Fellow at Deakin University and former Strategic Communication Advisor to the Iraqi Prime Minister,

22/07/2026

Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we live, work, and make decisions, but its rapid development is raising equally important questions about ethics, accountability, and global governance. As AI becomes more deeply embedded in society, ensuring it remains a tool that benefits humanity will require international cooperation and responsible oversight.

Written by Maria Sapozhnikova, Senior Advisor on Russian Affairs at The Next Century Foundation 🕊️

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The following contribution is from Maria Sapozhnikova, the Next Century Foundation's Senior Advisor on Russian Affairs. It is on the threat posed by