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Originally a website, the directory of LGBTQ+ safe spaces has now launched as a free app on Apple Store and Google Play.

The detailed art project, supported by over 25,000 volunteer crocheters, utilizes colorful hand-stitched coral to address climate change.

Hank and John Green’s annual charity livestream, Project for Awesome, has become a cornerstone of their online community. 

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Participants can receive mile reimbursement and training and coaching stipends, aiming to encourage biking over driving and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

The achievement is attributed to a decade of collaborative efforts with the government, Wildlife Conservation Society, and local communities.

The National Center for Transgender Equality surveyed 92,000 trans individuals and their study shows that 94% of respondents are happier than ever post-transition.

On the anniversary of the 2018 shooting in Parkland, Florida, gun law advocates have launched an AI project that leverages the voices of young people killed by guns to call elected officials. 

A recent study has found that looking at positive news stories — specifically, videos and articles featuring acts of kindness — can actually counteract the ill-effects of seeing negative news stories.‍

The eco-friendly soft toy "adoption agency" encourages donors to share stories about their plush toys, emphasizing the value gained by pre-loved toys through their unique experiences.

California startup Sway pioneers compostable packaging made from seaweed-based polymers, offering a scalable alternative to single-use plastics in an age of increasing pressure for waste accountability.

Drag Queen Pattie Gonia was dubbed one of National Geographic's 2024 Travelers of the Year, joining a list of 8 other activists around the globe.