Stories written by Maimunah Mohd Sharif

Housing is Both a Prevention & Cure for COVID-19

By Maimunah Mohd Sharif and Leilani Farha
Public health officials are calling the “stay home” policy the sacrifice of our generation. To flatten the curve of COVID-19 infections, this call of duty is now emblazoned on t-shirts, in street art and a celebrity hashtag.

New York, With 8.5 Million People, Among Cities Heading for a Sustainable Future

By Maimunah Mohd Sharif and Achim Steiner
New York has long been considered a pioneer – in fashion, art, music, and food, just to name a few. Now this city of 8.5 million is leading a shift in how we tackle today’s toughest global challenges like climate change, education, inequality, and poverty.