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  • The Eco-Friendlier Future of the Disposable Spork

    February 11, 2022 |

    Reasons to be Cheerful |

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    Response Location: Germany, Schwedt

    A clean-tech startup in Germany is producing sustainable food packaging out of agricultural waste as an alternative solution to single-use plastic. Bio-Lutions claims its products are compostable and uses less water than other products, but the material used won’t work for some food items like hot beverages. The company already has investors such as Delivery Hero that will use its products when the factory is producing compostable packaging.

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  • ResQZone

    February 08, 2022 |

    KWCM-PBS |

    Broadcast TV Programs |

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    Response Location: United States, Marshall, Minnesota

    An e-waste recycling program in Minnesota aims to take old computers that normally end up in a landfill and give them to community members with income-based needs. Since the ResQZone initiative started as a partnership between a nonprofit and the county government, they’ve been able to get 420 computer systems back into public use. They also hire and train people with disabilities to do the refurbishing.

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  • Can Farmers Help Each Other Navigate Mental Health Crises?

    February 01, 2022 |

    Civil Eats |

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    Response Location: United States, Wisconsin

    Programs like Farm Well Wisconsin, offer behavioral and wellness services to help farmers experiencing mental health challenges. These programs provide mental health resources as well as training to identify signs of stress and employ active listening tactics. Since 2021, Farm Well Wisconsin has trained about 150 farmers and community members in these mental health skills.

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  • Philly's Way Home navigates solutions on housing for LGBTQ+ people through first-in-the-country program

    January 25, 2022 |

    Al Día News |

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    Response Location: United States, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    The Way Home is a rapid rehousing project designed specifically for LGBTQ+ adults. The program runs on a housing-first model with extremely low barriers for screening people out. This is particular important to address the needs of transgender and gender non-conforming people who have more barriers to employment, which is important to afford long-term housing. Using a $400,000 CARES Act grant, Way Home works with LGBTQ+-friendly landlords, and pays a portion of the rent for 40 LGBTQ+ residents facing homelessness. The program also offers bilingual services

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  • Why one Ontario town moved to a four-day workweek

    January 14, 2022 |

    TVO |

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    Response Location: Canada, Zorra, Ontario

    Local government staff members in Zorra can choose to opt-in for longer workdays four days a week in exchange for three-day weekends. The change allows for more flexibility, productivity, and employee satisfaction.

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  • How women-friendly design could make Philly a more livable city for all

    January 13, 2022 |

    The Philadelphia Citizen |

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    Response Location: Austria, Vienna

    As the result of a photography exhibit that highlighted the gender inequality built into public transportation, Vienna directed resources to make urban planning more equitable. The city now prioritizes more streetlights to address public safety concerns, wider sidewalks to accommodate strollers, more benches, apartment buildings with stroller storage spaces, and more. The efforts have resulted in more accessible infrastructure, increasing not just the quality of life for women, but for all residents of the city.

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  • Can Remote Court Services Help to Improve Digital Equity?

    January 07, 2022 |

    Governing |

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    Response Location: United States, Utah

    Technology has allowed courts across the country to maintain - and even expand, -services during COVID-19. In Utah, courts held remote hearings and used Doodle to schedule hearings and request interpreters. The virtual schedules filled up fast and, in some cases, officials had to bring laptops and tablets to people who lacked access to technology. Spreading the word in unique ways, including social media, and setting up mobile courts addressed some access issues, particularly among people experiencing homelessness.

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  • At-home businesses are growing. Women and people of color benefit the most

    December 27, 2021 |

    The 19th |

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    Response Location: United States, Seattle, Washington

    Local laws that allow people to use their homes as a hub for their at-home businesses are providing more entrepreneurial opportunities, specifically for women and people of color. There’s already evidence that these new regulations are leading to more women starting businesses, as the number of businesses owned by women grew by 27% during the pandemic.

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  • Can Tiny Homes Help Solve the Housing Crisis in North Texas?

    December 17, 2021 |

    The Daily Campus |

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    Response Location: United States, Dallas, Texas

    A community of tiny houses is providing shelter and services for vulnerable populations that are experiencing housing instability. The initiative provides housing as well as the tools to find employment, access health care and eventually move out on their own. Cities across the country have implemented tiny home communities to tackle homelessness and provide affordable housing.

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  • Women-run media network rewrites women's roles

    December 17, 2021 |

    Asia Democracy Chronicles |

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    Response Location: India

    Khabar Lahariya, India’s only feminist news network, employs female journalists to cover hyper-local issues within their communities. Khabar Lahariya has become a blend of activism and journalism and has a reach of 10 million viewers each month.

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