#advocacy

#advocacy

Supporting trans and nonbinary students is crucial for their well-being and future.

Educating adults and policymakers is fundamental in creating a supportive environment for trans and nonbinary students. [ more ]

Low-wage workers in certain sectors in California are not benefiting from the recent increases in minimum wages, causing disparity and a call for equal treatment. [ more ]

Advocates in Brooklyn call for $38 million in program funding to ensure each school has at least one certified arts teacher and creative programs. [ more ]

People with autism may experience heightened emotions

Activists are concerned about law enforcement's use of force in cases involving mental health issues. [ more ]

Eddie Gibbs, a formerly incarcerated individual, shared a stage with the governor to sign a bill he fought for, highlighting the importance of giving rights to those who were previously incarcerated. [ more ]

Two families, whose sons are held captive by Hamas, have been working together to build political pressure and raise awareness for their release.

Approximately 100 hostages, mostly Israeli citizens, remain captive, including IDF soldiers like Omer Neutra and Edan Alexander. [ more ]

Myles Sexton advocates for inclusive language, sobriety, and HIV information using popular social media accounts. [ more ]

Mountain biking owes its popularity to dedicated advocates like Glen Jacobs.

Hosting professional mountain biking events requires meticulous planning and design. [ more ]

Investing in early childhood education provides long-term benefits, with returns of $4 to $16 for every dollar spent. [ more ]

City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams criticizes new online form for meetings with city agency heads, highlighting its potential hindrance to effective governance. [ more ]

Sharon Telfer, a 56-year-old foster parent, has dedicated 18 years to caring for a diverse range of teenagers while also raising her own family. [ more ]

Decaf coffee may contain a carcinogenic chemical, methylene chloride, leading to potential health concerns and advocacy for its ban. [ more ]

Arielle Garcia joins Check My Ads after resigning from UM Worldwide, aiming to advocate for transparency and reform in the online advertising industry.

Check My Ads, a nonprofit organization, focuses on defunding disinformation, supporting legitimate journalism, and pressuring ad tech companies to operate transparently. [ more ]

Artists unite against AI threats in the music industry

Call for responsible use of AI in music to protect artists' rights [ more ]

Advocates push for parole reform bills in Queens rally

Focus on Elder Parole Bill and Fair and Timely Parole Bill [ more ]

TikTok mobilized creators to fight a potential ban in the US.

Creators were not paid but their transportation, lodging, and meals were covered by TikTok. [ more ]

Many immigrant families in San Francisco are living in shelters due to homelessness and lack of affordable housing.

Advocates are calling for more transparency and expedited processes to help families move into permanent housing. [ more ]

National Rare Disease Day raises awareness for conditions like ILD.

Bernie Williams advocates for ILD awareness through Tune In To Lung Health program. [ more ]

Fazil Khan impressed with his interview, initiative, and coding skills at The Hechinger Report.

Khan's work focused on uncovering education issues, proposing solutions, and advocating for student equity through data-driven journalism. [ more ]

The struggle for marriage equality continues despite legal victories.

Personal regret over missed opportunities to witness historic events. [ more ]

Assemblymember Alex Lee introduces bill for directional highway signs for California School for the Deaf inspired by CSD students' advocacy.

CSD students' involvement in proposing and pushing for the bill shows their active engagement in democracy. [ more ]

The suicide rate among American youths has been increasing over the last two decades.

New York State does not currently have uniform suicide prevention and intervention standards for K-12 schools or colleges and universities. [ more ]