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fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Philanthropy cannot be the global aid plan B

Global child mortality is likely to rise due to cuts in foreign aid, necessitating a reevaluation of philanthropy's role in tackling systemic global issues.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

How a cement company is making the sidewalks of Lima, Peru, more accessible

The Sightwalks project, created by Cemento Sol and Circus Grey, aims to improve sidewalk accessibility for the visually impaired through tactile pavement markings.
London startup
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Amid Budget Cuts and Shifting Priorities, Brooklyn's Arts Scene Faces Strain ... But is Fighting Back

We are a sixty-year-old organization, and our operating model must change significantly... That approach is no longer sustainable. The arts aren't a competing priority; they are interwoven into the very efficiency of our city.
Brooklyn
fromTNW | Sustainability
3 months ago

This VC-backed network is on a mission to tackle the well-being crises with tech

NN Group and Rubio Impact Ventures will host the second edition of the NN Social Innovation Startup Award to support startups addressing well-being challenges.
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Cutting emissions: hairdressers and barbers will be trained to talk about climate with customers

"Hairdressers and barbers not only provide a service for people, they are a real hub for conversation and social spaces within a community."
Environment
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fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Popular party spot tries new way to keep revelers safe - wristbands that invite admirers to come hither or back off

Innovative wristbands in Japan help patrons communicate their social preferences at bars, reducing awkward interactions and enhancing enjoyment.
Los Angeles
fromFast Company
4 months ago

This simple solution could help solve the public restroom crisis

Throne is deploying free public bathrooms in L.A. to address the lack of public restrooms, utilizing technology for access and maintenance.
NYC startup
fromBerlin Art Link
4 months ago

WDCD Accelerator 2025 Seeks Design Solutions | Berlin Art Link

The WDCD Accelerator 2025 invites worldwide designers to create social and environmental solutions, focusing on circularity, biodiversity, and inclusivity.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
7 months ago

The Promise and the Power of Social Cooperatives - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The emergence of social cooperatives marks a shift in social care, focusing on community-led services that rehumanize care through collaborative relationships and shared responsibilities.
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