NGO Funding & Accountability: Nigeria’s NNPC/FIRST E&P launched Impact FIRST: Heritage, a multi-year grant program backing five Nigerian NGOs with sustained support for proven, measurable social impact. Humanitarian Finance Risks: A Canada-focused study warns anti-terrorism and sanctions rules can trigger “financial derisking,” pushing banks to cut services and leaving charities to scale back aid (“humanitarian derisking”). Education Safeguarding: Malaysia’s Education Ministry rolled out a Pupil Protection Policy and “pledge” to clarify child-safety guidelines without blaming teachers or adding legal burdens. Community Housing: A Yukon non-profit leader says Whitehorse’s housing shortage is so severe it blocks hiring for teachers, health workers, and builders—fueling daily search posts and stalled community growth. Migration & Rights: Morocco reported nearly 300 arrests near Ceuta as authorities move to prevent irregular crossings, while migrants cite insecurity and lack of work, money, and housing. Public Health & Policy: California lawmakers advanced a bill to force diaper chemical disclosure, backed by public health groups concerned about toxic exposure to infants. Mental Health Tech: New Zealand’s Waikato DHB will pilot a smartphone app to support people recovering from alcohol/drug issues, aiming to reduce relapse risk between counseling visits. Fundraising in Action: A Newark cyclist raised $8,836 for a homeless charity; a Co Down swimmer raised £2,000+ for children’s support; and a UK balloon fiesta added a reusable-cup scheme to back cancer services and bed-poverty awareness.