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Good News This Week: October 14, 2023 - Healthcare, Football, & Circular Fashion

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Woman at Heart of 'City Of Joy' Documentary Turns Pain Into Power

Through her organization, City of Joy, Christine Schuler Deschryver has helped survivors of sexual violence in Congo rebuild a sense of community.
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Seed Keeping & Culinary Mentorships Could Restore Native Food Traditions That Have Been Under Attack for Centuries

The Native American Food Sovereignty Alliance is actively revitalizing food systems, promoting food sovereignty, and teaching cultural practices to secure a sustainable future for Native communities.
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Quote Graphic: When you see something that is not the way it should be, don’t be afraid. Speak up, speak out, be courageous. — John Lewis

77 Best John Lewis Quotes To Inspire Good Trouble

Known for his unwavering commitment to nonviolence and belief in the power of “good trouble,” Lewis inspired countless individuals to take a stand against oppression and actively shape a more just society. 
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Good News This Week: September 23, 2023 - Lunches, Voters, & Climate Initiatives

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Hannah Ritchie of Our World in Data: On Good News & How To Make a Difference

In honor of the release of Hannah Ritchie’s TED Talk from TED 2023, we’re sharing our interview with her.
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14 Problems in the World — And Their Potential Solutions

A roundup of some of the major challenges of our time — and reasons to be hopeful.
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Good News This Week: September 9, 2023 - Turtles, Birds, & Women's Health

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Quote Graphic: A huge part of being a feminist is giving other women the freedom to make choices you might not necessarily make yourself. — Lena Dunham

82 Best Feminist Quotes from Inspiring Women

By actively supporting and learning from feminists and leaders in the movement for gender equality, we can better work together to create a world where everyone is treated with respect and dignity, regardless of their gender.
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Quote Graphic: It is better to light one small candle than to curse the darkness. — Eleanor Roosevelt‍

65 Best Eleanor Roosevelt Quotes To Live By

We’ve collected some of Eleanor Roosevelt’s most inspiring quotes, which reflect her unwavering belief in the potential for human goodness and her unshakable commitment to justice. 
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Good News This Week: August 19, 2023 - Trails, Groceries, & Doulas

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The Awesome Coffee Club is Helping Build a Hospital

Hank and John Green started an ethical coffee company to raise money for charity.
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