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The humanities and the organizations that support them. These stories center on the enjoyment and understanding of the humanities and visual, performing, and folk arts, as well as on organizations that promote the appreciation of historical events. Topics include museums and halls of fame; historic preservation; groups of artists, performers, entertainers, writers, and scholars; and programs that promote artistic and cultural expression.
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Susila Silva
BBC
25 December 2018
Radio / Over 15 Minutes
Around the world, people are putting out Little Free Libraries—a small birdhouse like box for people to take, leave, or swap books. These libraries have helped create easy access to book ownership and reading as well as community among neighbors.
https://psmag.com/social-justice/the-electric-forest-acid-and-bath-salt-testers?utm_source=Solutions+Story+Tracker
Shelby Pope
Pacific Standard
17 December 2018
Text / 1500-3000 Words
The Bunk Police sell kits that test the content of drugs—such as LSD and MDA—providing an effective way for people to ensure they are not taking potentially harmful synthetics. While studies show that these kits provide useful harm reduction, there are often difficult legal hurdles to the distribution of these kits online and in person.
https://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/arts/blog/21036759/nonstop-art-makerspace-profile?utm_source=Solutions+Story+Tracker
Adrianna Smith
Washington City Paper
13 December 2018
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On one floor of an affordable housing building in Washington, D.C., the NonStop Art Makerspace has made creativity more accessible. The makerspace was a group effort between Capital One, the Community Preservation and Development Corporation, and NonStop Art. Nehemiah Dixon, CEO of NonStop Art Makerspace and a D.C. native, hopes to replicate this model throughout the city.
https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2018/12/08/674133297/dear-internet-goats-in-sweaters-are-cuter-than-kittens-in-mittens?utm_source=Solutions+Story+Tracker
Danielle Preiss
NPR
8 December 2018
Text / Under 800 Words
A calendar featuring goats wearing warm clothing has raised thousands of dollars for local organizations in Varanasi, India. The creative gimmick draws on the power of large numbers of small donations, similar to the ice bucket challenge supporting ALS research.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/asia_pacific/sikh-temple-could-build-bridge-between-india-and-pakistan/2018/12/07/52b01754-f98a-11e8-8642-c9718a256cbd_story.html?utm_source=Solutions+Story+Tracker
Pamela Constable
Washington Post
8 December 2018
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For 70 years, India’s Sikhs have faced barriers to visiting one of the holiest sites in their religion, a template just three miles across the border in Pakistan. Now, the Pakistani government has announced plans to open a border crossing and building a connecting road. The high-profile gesture signals a desire for goodwill between Pakistan and India.
https://www.unionleader.com/news/stigma/art-museum-offers-healing-to-families-hurt-by-addiction/article_a27456a9-5197-5206-be94-1e6a2d273972.html?utm_source=Solutions+Story+Tracker
Shawne K. Wickham
New Hampshire Union Leader
3 December 2018
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The Currier Museum of Art began offering the "Art of Hope" program to families living with addiction. In group sessions, a docent guides discussion around works of art in the collection and then everyone participates in a hands on activity. The sessions build community among people living with addiction and create a safe space to reflect.
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