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Diversity in Music, Streaming Services and the “Starving Artist”
By Craig Martin The conversation about Joe Rogan and Spotify shifted from COVID vaccinations to racism and artist equity once a review of Rogan’s podcast revealed that he had repeatedly used the “n” word on his show. Suddenly, buzz words like “cancel culture” began...
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Leveling the Playing Field in STEM for Underrepresented Youth
As the Philanthropy Journal moves through a second cycle of our editorial calendar, we will periodically republish articles from our archive. Please enjoy this piece on the Level Playing Field Institute that first published in September 2016. Special to the...
Creating a Space for Youth to Find (and Be) Themselves
By David Mueller Amanda Keller had been working with Birmingham AIDS Outreach (BAO) for several years when she began to see a disturbing change in the community she served: the highest rate of new infections in the state of Alabama was shifting drastically downward....
Interrupting Systemic Oppression
By Preston Wittwer Currently in the states of Montana, Idaho, and Alaska there is only one person per state that is paid to address LGBTQ-focused work. Kim Leighton, based in Helena, is responsible for covering all 147,040 square miles of expansive Montana. Steve...
It All Comes Right On The Water
People need to connect to nature to maintain balance and clarity in their lives. The Red Kayak Institute teaches the importance of “the pause,” taking time out to reconnect with oneself, others and with nature, allowing people the space and time to process things they have buried beneath the surface.
Embracing the Community for Healthier Living
Recognized as the entertainment industry’s resource in times of personal or family crisis, The Motion Picture Television Fund is committed to expanding a proactive and comprehensive population health strategy to meet the needs of its community, prevent problems before they occur, and extend the reach of its services.
Measuring Outcomes Opens New Doors
Nurse-Family Partnership provides high-risk low-income first-time mothers with a trained nurse to help her through her pregnancy and the child’s first two years of life. NFP emphasizes data-driven outcomes resulting in successful implementation in 43 states, 6 tribal entities, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Linking Interactive Education to Environmental Conservation for Avian Protection
By working with the public and emphasizing the consequences of destroying the natural environment, Sylvan Heights Bird Park has been able to educate other animal protection agencies and individuals on the connections between the health of the earth, animal protection, and human health.
An Interdisciplinary Approach to Protecting Wildlife
The Center for Biological Diversity’s goals is to protect wildlife and endangered species, but their work spans the entire globe and crosses healthcare, reproductive justice, historic preservation, and financial equity, proving that making connections between a variety of social issues is greatly tied to wildlife protection and environmental concerns.
Raising Cain: Using Conservation Education to Change Perceptions
In order to work towards a future where wild cat sanctuaries are no longer necessary, the Carolina Tiger Rescue works towards changing perceptions about wild cats through education, guided tours of their facility with staff members and a summer camp for children.
The Space In Between
AniMall, an organization with a retail model, provides a support system for the entire rescue community surrounding Raleigh, North Carolina.
Unafraid to Get Involved
As a society, we are scared to get involved. But even in a large city like Chicago, one person going door to door can have a huge impact on their community.
Community Focus in Conservation Efforts
The Tyonek Tribal Conservation District was established to engage with an entire community and its stakeholders to see conservation goals become a reality.
Biking for Environmental Engagement
Climate Ride is the first organization to host bike-a-thons in support of organizations who hold environmental sustainability at the core of their mission.