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Stories of increased access to education and using education for progress

Conceptual rendering of the Binational River Park along the Rio Grande/Rio Bravo between Laredo, Texas, and Nuevo Laredo, Mexico.

Instead of a Wall, a Binational Park To Be Built on Border of Texas & Mexico

Only two years ago, Laredo, Texas, was bracing itself for the construction of a border wall that threatened to cut off the city, its people, and the environment from its main water source. Today, a binational river park is set to be developed where the wall was set to stand.
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Ukrainian refugee Varvara, 8, attends the St Patrick's Day Parade with her uncle Andriy Koslovskyi in the Irish capital Dublin

For Ukraine's Refugee Children, Schools Promise a Fresh Start

Europe's schools are working to make space for more than 1.5 million children fleeing the war in Ukraine.
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Mister Fred Rogers

143 Most Inspiring Mister Rogers Quotes for Helpers

Enjoy the ultimate list of the best Mister Rogers quotes to encourage us all to fill our neighborhoods with kindness and love.
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Row of school buses

Moms Are Driving the Push To Get More Electric School Buses on the Streets

Moms mobilizing to protect their children’s health is not a new phenomenon; they’ve led the fight against fracking, air pollution, and contaminated water in their neighborhoods.
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Sharon McMahon uses Instagram to inform her community and raise money

Sharon McMahon's 'Governerds' Raise Millions to Help Others

Sharon McMahon — known as America's government teacher — leads a digital community called 'Governerds.' Together, they have raised millions to help others...
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Devin Allen

Devin Allen Is Charting a Creative Path for Kids in Baltimore

In 2015, Devin Allen made history by being one of the few amateur photographers to make the cover of TIME Magazine. Now, he’s trying to change the future for others.
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A person picks up meals from a restaurant

This Startup Is Ensuring Free Meals For Food-Insecure Families Are Just a Text Away

A tech startup has developed a way to bridge the nutrition gap for families, at least in the short term.
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A white woman with shoulder-length blonde hair wears glasses and a blue jacket as she reads an issue of the Goodnewspaper.

How To Read The News With Intentionality

We are inundated with news every day, and it can be hard to accurately and productively stay engaged. Let’s explore how we can think critically about our news consumption and set meaningful boundaries.
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A birds-eye-view shows people working in long tables with green lamps inside a library.

Why Are Libraries Important? We’ll Give You 5 Reasons

Libraries are at the heart of social and physical American infrastructure. Institutions founded on education, access, and democracy, they are in need of funding and support.
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A young person holds a protest sign that says "defend and protect queer kids."

How to Support LGBTQ+ Youth in Texas & Florida (Orgs + Script)

Homophobic and transphobic legislation is harming young people across the United States. We've compiled a list of resources and action items to help you protect the LGBTQ+ youth in your community...
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Best ADHD Resources on the Internet: Podcasts, Blogs, TikToks

Adults with ADHD often find it difficult to find support and camaraderie due to late-in-life diagnoses. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite resources on the Internet that help neurodivergent folks feel seen, heard, and embraced.
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“The idea that some lives matter less is the root of all that is wrong with the world.” — Paul Farmer

23 Best Paul Farmer Quotes On Justice, Doing Good, Health

In light of the tragic loss of Dr. Paul Farmer, we’re looking back on his most prolific quotes from his years as a humanitarian and a leader in global health.
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