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  • Empathy, not Expulsion, for Preschoolers at Risk

    February 20, 2015 |

    The New York Times |

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    Response Location: United States, Chicago, Illinois

    Preschoolers in the U.S. who misbehave are increasingly being expelled. In Connecticut, trained counselors educated teachers about how to deal with emotionally traumatized kids which reduced expulsions.

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  • How to Topple a Dictator (Peacefully)

    February 13, 2015 |

    The New York Times |

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    Response Location: Serbia, Belgrade

    The Center for Applied Nonviolent Action and Strategies provides a "blueprint" for peaceful and democratic revolution, busting myths about the process of nonviolent revolt and helping dissidents in countries around the world to accomplish political goals, such as fighting corruption or protecting the environment.

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  • Investing in Energy Efficiency Pays Off

    February 06, 2015 |

    The New York Times |

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    Response Location: United States, Granville, Ohio

    Retrofitting buildings for energy conservation in the United States could save $1 trillion over a decade, reduce American greenhouse gas emissions by 10 percent, and create employment across the country. Many universities and other institutions are creating green investment funds to sustain projects that enhance efficiency.

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  • For V.A. Hospitals (and Patients), a Major Health Victory

    January 30, 2015 |

    The New York Times |

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    Response Location: United States

    Although patients go to hospitals to receive medical care, many Americans will acquire infections that did not already have them. The United States as a whole has made modest progress at reducing the rates of hospital-acquired infections. Spearheading the efforts, the Veterans Affairs Medical Centers have devised anti-MRSA strategies to keep patients safe.

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  • In Egypt, Sowing Seeds of Gender Equality

    January 22, 2015 |

    The New York Times |

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    Response Location: Egypt, Cairo

    Muslim women in Egypt are expected to marry young and to stay close to home, and if they do not, they can be subjected to abuse or heavy criticism by men in the household. Save the Children’s Choices program offers educational workshop sessions for boys and girls, ages 10 to 14, which help them explore gender identity. Through discussions, the program hopes to change gender norms.

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  • Green-Energy Inspiration Off the Coast of Denmark

    January 17, 2015 |

    The New York Times |

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    Response Location: Denmark, Samsø

    Mainers can learn how to implement green energy in change-resistant rural areas from a Denmark island. In Samsø, Danes rely on wind energy and burn hay. These solutions may be adapted for the windswept coast of Maine. To be effective, they need to appeal to the practicality of the switch.

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  • For Better Crime Prevention, a Dose of Science

    January 16, 2015 |

    The New York Times |

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    Response Location: United States, Chicago, Illinois

    Crime is a result of many underlying social issues, but Crime Lab, a research organization with branches in New York and Chicago, is studying which simple solutions will have the most impact in their city. Cost-effective efforts such as tutoring combined with cognitive behavioral therapy have proven to be successful.

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  • The News We Need to Hear

    January 08, 2015 |

    The New York Times |

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    Response Location: United States

    In reporting about problems, reporters continually run the risks of inadvertently legitimizing negative behaviors by making them appear more pervasive — and therefore more normal — than they actually are. Some journalists are trying to focus on solutions amongst all the problems which are so much more apparent.

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  • Social Programs That Work

    December 31, 2014 |

    The New York Times |

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    Response Location: United States, Washington, District of Columbia

    Some social welfare programs may receive funding but have no evidence of success. By insisting that funds go primarily to programs with rigorous evidence of success, the federal government can make non-partisan decisions that will increase the effectiveness and efficiency of social programs and decrease spending waste. Obama administration evaluated programs based upon their successes and these programs are highlighted.

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  • Scrooges of the World, Begone!

    December 24, 2014 |

    The New York Times |

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    Response Location: Haiti, Port-au-Prince

    Haiti suffered tremendous losses after the 2010 earthquake, exacerbating the devastation in an already impoverished country. In 2015, agriculture in Haiti is a growing business backed by the United States’ Feed the Future Initiative. Nourishment and health of mothers and babies has also improved with the encouragement of breastfeeding and sweet potatoes.

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