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Waste not, want not: FoodCommune rescues food from landfills to help feed the community

Florencia Tuchin

August 16, 2024 |

Canopy Atlanta |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Atlanta, Georgia

FoodCommune aims to reduce food waste by rescuing food before it ends up in landfills, redistributing about 6,000 pounds of food per week. FoodCommune gathers food from farmer’s markets, grocery stores, restaurants and other sources, redistributing enough to feed about 300 people each week.

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Thriving together: Community School Pioneers Sustainable Learning Model for Children With Special Needs

Rhonet Atwiine

August 16, 2024 |

Solutions Now Africa |

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Response Location: Uganda, Katende

The Wisdom Hub Nursery and Primary School enrolls students alongside those who are differently-abled, allowing them to learn in the classroom together. The combined classroom approach teaches students to embrace diversity, nurturing an inclusive educational environment where each child can thrive. The Wisdom Hub opened in 2013 and has since seen over 300 children with special needs cross into secondary school.

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Schools are providing access to doctors and therapists before, during and after the school day

Jenna Zibton

August 16, 2024 |

WSLS-TV |

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5-15 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Roanoke, Virginia

A partnership between Hazel Health and the local school district is bridging the gap between students and mental and physical healthcare by providing therapy and telehealth resources before, during and after the school day. Care is provided without any necessary out-of-pocket costs and from November 2023 to June 2024, Hazel Health provided 630 therapy sessions to students across 25 schools.

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Parents Of Kaduna Brides May Now Sigh In Relief

Aisha Gambo

August 16, 2024 |

News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) |

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Response Location: Nigeria, Kaduna

Meerah’s Kitchen Utensils & More is a monthly contribution plan helping mothers save the money necessary to provide for their newly married daughters, as is tradition in Nigeria. Women contribute a set fee to the group each month for 10 months, after which they can take whatever they need from the store, including pots, cooking utensils and other necessities. Women contribute by joining a WhatsApp group, and there are currently over 200 members.

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These American Climate Corps Workers Are Paving a Green Future

Yessenia Funes

August 15, 2024 |

Atmos |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, California

Over 300 SolarCorps fellows in the inaugural class of the United States Climate Corps, a workforce-training program, are engaging with communities and installing solar panels to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Fellows work with different organizations across several states, such as the nonprofit GRID Alternatives, which is focused on bringing no-cost solar installations to underserved communities.

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How the Village Kitchen Helps Reduce Malnutrition in Rwanda

Annonciata Byukusenge

August 15, 2024 |

Science Africa |

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Response Location: Rwanda, Huye District

Rwanda's Village Kitchen Initiative addresses childhood malnutrition with a community-based nutrition education program that trains parents to prepare balanced meals using local ingredients. Supported by the government, UNICEF, and other partners, the initiative combines practical cooking demonstrations with affordable kitchen gardens that provide fresh vegetables. The program has expanded to all 30 Rwandan districts, reaching 14,837 villages nationwide.

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Fighting Mental Health Burden in Rwanda Through Community Healing Spaces

Steve Nsamaza

August 15, 2024 |

Science Africa |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: Rwanda

The Aheza Healing Center established community-based healing spaces led by trained counselors who facilitate group discussions and provide mental health care to those struggling with PTSD. The groups offer a safe space for therapy and focus on teaching emotional regulation. Since forming in 2019, the program has helped about 5,000 people.

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'Internet of fish' empowering Lake Victoria women

Davis J. Weddi

August 14, 2024 |

SciDev.Net |

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Response Location: Kenya

Women fisherfolk in Kenya are starting fish farms in Lake Victoria, aided by smartphones and technology that help them track the health and needs of the fish. Owning farms gives them financial freedom and prevents the sexual exploitation women often face when bargaining for fish.

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How greener schoolyards benefit kids — and the whole community

Claire Elise Thompson

August 14, 2024 |

Grist |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Denver, Colorado

Nearly 100 elementary school playgrounds across Denver were converted into greener spaces dubbed “Learning Landscapes” thanks to a public-private partnership including the city, local nonprofits, contractors, and volunteers. Each design was tailored to the school with input from the local community. The revamped grounds improved student achievement and sequestered carbon.

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Virginia's pregnant women must travel farther as the maternity care crisis grows. Doulas are stepping in to fill gaps.

Emily Schabacker, Jenny Stratton

August 13, 2024 |

Cardinal News |

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Over 3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Virginia

Birth in Color's doulas are filling the maternity care gap as rural labor and delivery rooms close, disproportionately impacting people of color. Doulas provide physical, emotional and informational support before, during and after childbirth, and advocate on the mother’s behalf. Doula care leads to improved birth outcomes and lower rates of C-sections, and in April 2022 doula services were added under the state’s Medicaid program.

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