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  • Revitalizing and Reconnecting Western New York's Regional Biking Network

    January 24, 2019 |

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    Response Location: United States, Buffalo, New York

    In western New York, local bike advocacy groups have found power in numbers, banding together to gradually convince their governments to expand cycling access and communities to change their attitudes toward cyclists. By organizing mass cycling rides, which were at times disruptive by design, and other advocacy efforts, GOBike Buffalo and connected groups have convinced government and foundations alike to launch a major bike network.

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  • Library Systems Embracing Their New Roles As Social Service Hubs

    January 22, 2019 |

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    Response Location: United States, San Francisco, California

    Public libraries are increasingly using their positions as accessible centers for information to address homelessness and mental health issues - in San Francisco, a team of Health and Safety Associates have helped place at least 130 patrons in stable housing. While adding social workers to their staff has helped libraries provide social services, the libraries have also focused on hiring people who have experiences homelessness or financial instability to fill those roles and act as peer mentors as well.

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  • Benchmarking Racial Inequity in St. Louis

    January 16, 2019 |

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    Response Location: United States, St. Louis, Missouri

    The collection and analysis of data is a crucial first step in revealing and addressing areas of racial inequality in cities. Using the methodology of a 2015 New York City program designed to study metrics of inequality, the St. Louis Equity Indicators Project has already filled large gaps in data by identifying 72 metrics of inequality in the heavily racially-divided city. Following the recommendations of the Ferguson Commission, the St. Louis’ Equity Indicators provide a baseline by which the city can track efforts to improve racial disparities across issues of health, education, and legal justice.

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  • How This Southern City Is Making Tech Work for People

    January 09, 2019 |

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    Response Location: United States, Birmingham, Alabama

    Successful public private collaborations promote civic innovations that add value to communities. Programs that bring together nonprofits, tech start-ups, universities, and city leaders are helping Birmingham, Alabama, emerge as a model city for tech innovation in the region. Initiatives such as Innovate Brigham and the NHabitBham housing database use grants from the city and federal government, and donations from other partners to fund collaborations. While empowering residents by gathering and providing access to data on the wellbeing of Birmingham’s communities, these programs also add value to the city.

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  • For Those Experiencing Homelessness, ‘The Bin' Honors Their Belongings

    December 21, 2018 |

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    Response Location: United States, Los Angeles, California

    In Los Angeles, The Bin gives homeless people a chance to store their valuables. “If I didn’t have this bin, I’d have to get rid of most of my stuff. These bins are really great to have.” Across the nation, other cities are unfolding efforts to help the homeless population.

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  • Making Space for Worship in the 21st Century

    December 14, 2018 |

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    Response Location: United States, Houston, Texas

    With the aim of providing a space for congregations without a space to worship, Church Space created “co-churching” spaces that offer a room, lighting, musical instruments, a PA system and other amenities for rent. A congregation books the space for a Sunday time slot and has access during a weekday as well.

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  • Philly Goes to School; Lessons in Inclusive, Universal Pre-K

    December 10, 2018 |

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    Response Location: United States, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Philadelphia looks to Oklahoma and New York City to close the achievement gap for kids from low-income areas. Both Oklahoma and NYC have implemented universal Pre-Kindergarten programs and have increased kindergarten readiness levels for children attending pre-school -- including children from disadvantaged communities that otherwise would not be able to attend.

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  • Finding the Magic in a Collective Model for Childcare and Co-Working

    December 04, 2018 |

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    Response Location: United States, Detroit, Michigan

    In Detroit, a new collective is bringing together affordable childcare and co-working in one space. Families purchase memberships priced per household, instead of through the traditional per child model -- parents benefit from being in close proximity to their children while still having the space and time to complete work or school projects.

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  • The Largest Indoor Recreational Space in Chicago, and So Much More

    November 15, 2018 |

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    Response Location: United States, Chicago, Illinois

    In Chicago, where seasons as well as subpar local investment in the South Side limit children’s ability to play outside year-round, the new Pullman Community Center is a huge improvement. Beyond fostering recreational opportunities for youth, the community center employed over 200 people, mostly local residents, in its construction. Best of all, “It was a key component to have the whole thing owned, operated and managed by a local group that looks like the community,” says local Alderman Anthony Beale. They succeeded.

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  • Mobile Laundry Services for Australians Experiencing Homelessness Wins $1M Grant

    November 12, 2018 |

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    Response Location: Australia

    Australian company Orange Sky transports washers, dryers, and showers for people experiencing homelessness, who often experience a lack of access to things that promote general personal hygiene and wellness. While it doesn't solve the broader issue of homelessness, the service can help to stop the spread of disease and provides an opportunity for conversations.

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