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Americans are taught FDR was the hero of the Great Depression. For one historian, that's erasure

The 1937 strike by African American wet nurses highlights the fight for fair wages and the power of collective action against systemic inequality.

In 2025, We Must Show Up for Each Other and Our Movements

Activists must transcend performative politics to engage in meaningful actions that foster solidarity and genuine organizing efforts.
#climate-change

World Water Film Festival Makes a Splash at Columbia Climate School

The World Water Film Festival revitalizes climate advocacy by uniting diverse voices to address water-related sustainability challenges and inspire collective action.

How close are we to positive climate tipping points? DW 12/26/2024

Tipping points in climate action can lead to positive societal changes and rapid green transitions through collective actions in urban settings.

World Water Film Festival Makes a Splash at Columbia Climate School

The World Water Film Festival revitalizes climate advocacy by uniting diverse voices to address water-related sustainability challenges and inspire collective action.

How close are we to positive climate tipping points? DW 12/26/2024

Tipping points in climate action can lead to positive societal changes and rapid green transitions through collective actions in urban settings.
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#community-resilience

Appalachian Communities Are Ready to Resist Trump's Environmental Racism

The 2024 elections have intensified concerns about environmental justice, emphasizing community resilience and the need for collective action against pollution.

Ancient, Powerful, and Particularly Feminine: Righting Our Relationship with Mama Earth - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The Ubuntu philosophy emphasizes collective interconnectedness and resilience, empowering communities to address climate justice.
Cocreating in harmony with nature is essential for effectively addressing today's environmental challenges.

Appalachian Communities Are Ready to Resist Trump's Environmental Racism

The 2024 elections have intensified concerns about environmental justice, emphasizing community resilience and the need for collective action against pollution.

Ancient, Powerful, and Particularly Feminine: Righting Our Relationship with Mama Earth - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The Ubuntu philosophy emphasizes collective interconnectedness and resilience, empowering communities to address climate justice.
Cocreating in harmony with nature is essential for effectively addressing today's environmental challenges.
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More Google search woes | Computer Weekly

The UK Competition Appeal Tribunal has certified a £7bn collective action against Google for its dominance in the search market and its impact on consumers.
#leadership

3 essential factors of transformational leadership

Biden's decision to decline the nomination showcases transformational leadership, prioritizing the country's needs.

Strengthening Democracy by Practicing It - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Renewing US democracy requires Americans to reclaim and practice essential skills for collective action.

3 essential factors of transformational leadership

Biden's decision to decline the nomination showcases transformational leadership, prioritizing the country's needs.

Strengthening Democracy by Practicing It - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Renewing US democracy requires Americans to reclaim and practice essential skills for collective action.
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Pharmacies to reduce opening hours and withdraw key services in funding row

Pharmacies in the UK are reducing hours and services due to long-term funding issues, marking a significant moment in healthcare delivery.

How to Restore Community Economies: Reestablishing the Right to Associate - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Cooperatives historically enabled farmers to unite against economic pressures; modern policies now inhibit such associations.

Mary Jane Melendez

General Mills is a leader in corporate sustainability, reducing emissions and supporting regenerative agriculture as part of its climate strategy.

Jon Stewart Gave An Impassioned "Daily Show" 2024 Election Speech

Focus on continuous effort and collective action is essential for societal improvement.

Helping scientists cope in a climate of fear | Letters

Climate scientists, often targeted, need emotional support for their psychological toll in witnessing climate crisis consequences.

Yoko Ono's Latest Artistic Collaboration Highlights Peace and Unity | stupidDOPE

Yoko Ono's new prints celebrate themes of unity, peace, and love, reflecting her artistic vision and connection to past works.

Players want to fix the broken football calendar. But why not dream bigger? | Jonathan Liew

Footballers struggle to unite for collective action primarily due to lack of organization, common cause, and urgency.

How We Improved Our Working Conditions at Waffle House - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Workers at Conyers Waffle House organized a strike due to deteriorating work conditions, highlighting the need for economic justice and collective action.
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Why creatives need a new alliance toface the existential threat of AI

AI technologies pose existential threats to creators and their rights.
The Creative Origin Alliance aims to protect artists in the era of AI.
Big Tech companies face backlash from creators for using their work without consent.

Defending working-class interests requires more than simply opposing immigration | Kenan Malik

Restricting immigration is argued as beneficial for working-class lives, yet genuine support may require more focus on empowering workers' rights and collective actions.

The Strippers' Union Faces Employers' Trump Card

Dancers at Star Garden topless bar faced safety issues and lack of support from management, leading them to organize a strike and form a union.

Don't despair about the climate. Be part of the social tipping point | Letters

Collective action and lifestyle changes can combat climate despair and accelerate the energy transition for a sustainable future.

What's Good for GameStop Is Good for America

GameStop's shift to meme stock and its impact on the market reflects a new era of internet-driven market influence.
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I understand climate scientists' despair but stubborn optimism may be our only hope | Christiana Figueres

Climate experts are expressing feelings of despair and hopelessness as predictions of a dystopian future where climate targets are surpassed become more imminent.

UT Austin Faculty Strike in Solidarity With Pro-Palestine Student Protesters

Faculty are leveraging their power to protect student movements by initiating work stoppages without a union, challenging restrictions on collective bargaining.

Bowing to Fan Revolt, German Soccer Rejects $1 Billion Investment

Soccer fans forced German league to abandon deal with private equity firm using protests and technological disruptions.
Fans' successful protest highlights the power of collective action against deep-pocketed investors in sports. CVC Capital Partners faced setbacks in its pursuit of a deal.

How Black Entrepreneurs Forged a Community Path to Business Success - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Black founders start their companies for freedom and to create financial stability for their communities.
Collective action has been foundational for the success of Black people and Black-owned businesses.

Parents in Europe trying to ban smartphones for young kids face an uphill battle

Parents in Europe are increasingly joining forces to delay giving smartphones to children, driven by concerns for safety and mental health.
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