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How Los Angeles Became the Leader of a Tree-Planting Revolution

Shawnté Salabert

April 22, 2022 |

Outside |

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Response Location: United States, Los Angeles, California

City Plants, an organization in Los Angeles, is partnering with other nonprofits, government agencies, scientists, and residents to create a more equitable urban forest throughout the city. By working together and using technology, they have planted more than 65,000 trees to combat climate change, systemic racism, and high temperatures that affect all Angelenos.

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Las panaderas que se empoderan en comunidad

Vilma Laínez Kelly Portillo

April 21, 2022 |

Alharaca |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: El Salvador

Una panadería cooperativa ha permitido que cinco mujeres ganan autonomía, pero también está inspirando proyectos parecidos de café y caña. El grupo está por graduarse del apoyo temporal de la Confederación de Federaciones de la Reforma Agraria (CONFRAS), que les ha brindado capacitación y acompañamiento para desarrollar sus destrezas y confianza.

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In French Presidential Election, Thousands More Vote from Prison

Cole Stangler

April 21, 2022 |

Bolts |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: France

Outside pressure and legal reforms made it easier for people who are incarcerated to vote. The small nonprofit, Robin des Lois, fought to install regular voting booths in prisons, just like any other precinct. After a long public and legal battle, French legislators approved measures allowing in-person voting in prisons, which significantly increased voter turnout.

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Athens Area Diaper Bank

Adrian Godoy

April 20, 2022 |

Grady Newsource |

Video |

3-5 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Athens, Georgia

The Athens Area Diaper Bank provides infant supplies to over twenty organizations that distribute goods directly to families. Since its inception it has supplied over half a million diapers throughout the local community.

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Jailed for a crime she didn't commit, Dreama Caldwell is now taking on the system

Jaisal Noor

April 20, 2022 |

The Real News Network |

Podcast |

Over 15 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Alamance County, North Carolina

Community organizers are leading grassroots efforts for racial and economic justice in North Carolina. Dreama Caldwell is working with the Down Home North Carolina group to engage with local residents, participate in political races, counteract misinformation, and build “a political platform that emphasizes multiracial and cross-class solidarity.”

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Nonprofit Teaches Water Safety to Youth

Kayla Green Elle Jacobsson

April 18, 2022 |

Grady Newsource |

Broadcast TV News |

Under 3 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Atlanta, Georgia

SwemKids teaches children of color how to swim and increases access to water freedom while also helping them overcome fears and trauma they may have in regard to swimming.

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A busy intersection in Edmonton has been dominated by homophobic street preachers for years

Pamela Young

April 18, 2022 |

Xtra |

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Response Location: Canada, Edmonton, Alberta

Fearing that consistent homophobic street harassment by a resource center for queer youth was detrimental to their mental health and safety, activists set up a weekly counter protest to drown out the harmful messages. The counter-protest grew from a single person to the Pride Corner on Whyte movement with several hundred social media followers. Over time, the participation of dozens of unhoused and housed queer and trans youth provided opportunities for social service outreach, including a mentorship program that paired youth with older queer and trans participants who offer friendship and emotional support.

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Athletes Unlimited is the first public benefit pro sports league. What does that mean for the players?

Talib Visram

April 14, 2022 |

FastCompany |

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Response Location: United States

Athletes in the first public benefit pro sports league now have perks that include childcare, charity stipends, an emphasis on racial equity, and representation on committees that make decisions on behalf of players. Athletes Unlimited is a public benefit corporation, which means it prioritizes social good over profits.

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"La casa rosada" en Antiguo Cuscatlán: Un paréntesis para la diversidad queer

Lauri García Dueñas

April 14, 2022 |

Alharaca |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: El Salvador

En medio de homofobia amplia en El Salvador, una microempresa ofrece un espacio seguro para la comunidad LGBTQI+. Dos diseñadores industriales venden sus productos en el espacio para generar sostenbilidad mientras promueven la inclusión y discusión abierta entre pesronas vulnerables a la discriminación.

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Sponsor Circle opens hearts and homes to Afghan refugees

Cathryn J. Prince

April 11, 2022 |

The Christian Science Monitor |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, New Milford, Connecticut

The Sponsor Circle program mobilizes local community members to raise money and provide technical and cultural support to Afghan refugees resettling in the United States. One such refugee is Mohammad Agha Mohammadi, who has been able to enroll in benefits, get his driving learner's permit, and sign up for college courses with the help of his circle since arriving in Connecticut.

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