The article by photojournalist Alice Rowsome focuses on the first day of a new coding program for refugees in London called CodeYourFuture. The program, inspired by Amsterdam's HackYourFuture, aims to train refugees in coding languages such as HTML, JavaScript, Angular, and Node to help them find employment in the tech industry and work on projects addressing the refugee crisis. German Bencci, the Venezuelan-born engineer who initiated the program, emphasizes the dual benefits of filling tech vacancies and increasing workforce diversity. The program, supported by Cititec and volunteers, requires intermediate English and a coding exercise for admission. Students, including women making up 40% of the cohort, commit to hours of weekly study and aim for full-time employment post-training. Personal stories of refugees from Syria, Uganda, and Afghanistan highlight their aspirations and the transformative potential of the program.

The article discusses the plight of people in Somaliland, particularly women, who have been forced to flee their rural homes due to a severe drought exacerbated by climate change. Livestock, the backbone of Somaliland's economy, has been decimated, pushing tens of thousands into makeshift camps on the outskirts of Hargeisa. Women face dire conditions, including pregnancy complications, sexual assault, and lack of sanitary facilities. The article highlights the story of Hussein, a woman who miscarried due to dehydration and was later abandoned by her husband. The camps lack humanitarian aid, and residents must pay rent to landlords or risk eviction. The article also touches on the broader issue of climate refugees and the lack of international protocols to address their needs. It cites studies and experts on the gendered nature of environmental migration and the increased risks faced by women refugees.

The article discusses the prevalence of female genital mutilation (FGM) in Somaliland, where Unicef estimates that 98% of women are affected. It highlights the efforts of young men, like Khadar and Mohamed, who are campaigning against FGM. Khadar, trained by the local organization Candlelight, has become an anti-FGM ambassador and is working to educate others about its harmful effects. Mohamed uses social media to raise awareness and encourage discussions on the topic. The article also touches on the challenges posed by the current drought crisis in Somaliland, which has hindered the outreach efforts of organizations like Candlelight. They are unable to conduct anti-FGM programs in rural areas due to the pressing need for food and water. The journalist's visit to the region was supported by Candlelight and Transparency Solutions.

Midwives Edwige Prel and Yohanna Depierre volunteer for Gynaecology Without Borders, providing medical aid to female refugees in Calais, France. Despite the demolition of the 'Jungle' camp and a fire at the Grande-Synthe shelter, the organization continues to offer emergency assistance. The article highlights the plight of several refugees, including Dilva, a pregnant woman from Kurdistan, and Joy, a Nigerian lesbian who escaped sex slavery. Gynaecology Without Borders also operates a safe house and collaborates with Secours Catholique to provide shelter. The volunteers educate the refugees on sexual health and contraception, and assist with medical and asylum procedures. The refugees' names have been changed for their protection.

The article is a photo essay that provides a glimpse into a girl empowerment training session in Udaipur, Rajasthan, organized by Vikalp Sansthan. The session includes 47 teenage girls from low-income rural villages who are being trained to become activists against child marriage. The program includes various activities such as watching the film 'Mary Kom', interacting with all-women patrol police officers, and visiting a café run by acid attack survivors. The founder of Vikalp Sansthan, Usha Choudhary, who herself resisted child marriage, is dedicated to ending the practice in Rajasthan. The girls are taught to express themselves, confront gender inequalities, and develop leadership skills. They also learn about their bodies, how to prevent violence and abuse, and how to deal with blackmail by older boys. The session ends with the girls confidently planning to recruit others for their gender equality campaign. Vikalp Sansthan has made significant strides in preventing child marriages and supporting girls' education.