Thousands of unknown activists have risked their lives to defy extremism and violence. Daniel Adamson interviews some of them.

The story of how Rafif Jouejati organized a survey in a warzone, and the answers she got.

Syria’s civil war has inflicted a humanitarian crisis, expansive exodus of the population and a severe death toll. New Internationalist presents the facts in this zoomable infograph.

Much more is needed to move beyond Europe’s proposed quotas, writes Nick Micinski.

James Rippingale recounts his time documenting life in the French port’s refugee camps.

Graciela Romero Vasquez decries the intersection of violence, money and state collusion in the mining industry.

Don’t forget those who cannot escape the war-torn country, says Frances Guy.

On a visit to Ghana, Alexi Demetriadi finds inspiration for a new politics in Britain. 

Antibiotics in farming pose serious health problems that need to be addressed, argues Emma Rose.

The integrity of individuals should not be questioned if they do not sing the national anthem, argues Chris Brazier.