The Xylom went to 15 countries this year to report on the intersection of science and society with a distinctly Asian American sensibility.

“I feel happy whenever I see my fellow women because the work is done towards the development of the community so I feel glad.” 

Nigeria has the second-highest number of global maternal deaths. Due to underfunding and other issues, interventions remain unsuccessful.

Rock quarrying companies in Nigeria conduct blasting operations close to residences, causing harm to the health of these communities.

As the mountain’s ecosystems weaken due to increased tourism, its future looks uncertain, especially with failing governmental stewardship.

I chose Nchuanwu to mean ‘To chase the sun’. It is more romantic, and more true to me because everything on Earth happens under the sun. 

“That’s where the love begins — from the local man. The connection increases the desire to protect them later on.”

“Without the forest, the Ogieks cannot survive. It is like removing a fish out of a lake — it will definitely die.”

“Piangiamo ogni volta che andiamo a raccogliere i nostri platani. Stiamo davvero soffrendo e non sappiamo chi interverrà”.

“We cry each time we go to harvest our plantains. We expect big bunches but we get angry seeing small bunches because of [gas] flaring.”