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Erin Merryn, center, flanked by Senators David J. Valesky, left, and Jeffrey D. Klein, at the New York state senate discussing Erin’s Law in October 2011

How one activist mom made a difference in child abuse laws

Some factors in policymaking are obvious, others not. Often, policy is made by groups of people working together — advocates, regular citizens, lobbyists, lawmakers. Less often, there’s a single person who emerges as the key figure in making new policy.
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Cropped in version of new Disability Pride flag

12 Ways to Celebrate Disability Pride Month

July is Disability Pride Month — a time for all disabled people to unapologetically celebrate our bodies as they are. Whether you are disabled or an ally, Disability Pride Month is full of so much to celebrate. 
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Bird Union (CWA Local 1180) members rally for pay equity in New York City, in May 2024

Angry birders: The union representing Audubon Society workers is pushing for equal pay for women

As part of ongoing contract negotiations, the Bird Union (yes, that’s its real name) is calling for raises, pay parity and more parental leave.
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A photo collage of two scientists crouched over a river, school buses lined up in a parking lot, men in a field, a tarpaulin poster that says 'Let's Fix Climate Finance', and a couple holding up a sign that says 'Welcome to the family #CAAdoptAPetDay'

Good News This Week: June 22, 2024 - Buses, Fishes, & Juneteenth

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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Refugees Quote Graphic: "No one leaves home unless home is the mouth of a shark." — Warsan Shire‍

51 Most Powerful Refugee Quotes for World Refugee Day

These quotes serve as a stark reminder of our shared responsibility to protect and support refugees.
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Number stamps stacked on top of each other

How 17th century refugees used the printing press to fight their oppressors — and laid the foundations of modern humanitarianism

Oppressed minorities in Europe found the printing press to be a powerful ally in putting the spotlight on their agony — and it mirrors the work of humanitarians and activists today.
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Quote Graphic: Juneteenth was never about commemorating a delayed proclamation but about celebrating a people’s enduring spirit. — Annette Gordon-Reed

56 Powerful Juneteenth Quotes To Celebrate Freedom

As we commemorate Juneteenth, journey with us through a series of inspiring quotes that bring to life the history and significance of this day.
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Juneteenth

28 Ways To Thoughtfully Celebrate Juneteenth

Your guide on celebrating and honoring Juneteenth — on June 19th, and all year long.
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A large Colorado expanse, showing a view of a mountain range dotted by evergreen trees

These state parks now offer blind visitors an app to help them safely explore on their own

One state will now offer free access to an accessibility app called Aira, helping blind and low vision state park visitors enjoy their adventures.
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A man stands next to a boat

Landmark court ruling allows island fishing community to sustainably manage state park services in Brazil

For the first time in Brazil, a traditional community has been awarded the concession to manage and operate visitor facilities inside a state conservation unit.
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Anne Frank's diary in a museum

These 5 interactive websites help kids and adults understand the horrors of the Holocaust

As troublesome as somestatistics may be in terms of what they show about how little people know about the Holocaust, there’s another aspect to Holocaust knowledge that often goes overlooked.
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Rainbow colored calendar for June's awareness month

June: Awareness Months & Holidays for Causes

The ultimate calendar of June’s awareness days, national months, and more...
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