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fromLGBTQ Nation
20 hours ago

New report shows affirming adults are critical to the success of LGBTQ+ students - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ students face challenges but find community support, with positive outcomes linked to inclusive policies and supportive educators.
NYC parents
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

DOJ investigates LA public schools after parents claim trans rights policy led to child's death - LGBTQ Nation

The Trump administration is investigating LAUSD's anti-discrimination policies following a lawsuit related to a trans child's death.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Advocate newsletter 4/9/26

Two Republican congressmen from Georgia participated in drag during high school despite their anti-LGBTQ+ views.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
20 hours ago

New report shows affirming adults are critical to the success of LGBTQ+ students - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ students face challenges but find community support, with positive outcomes linked to inclusive policies and supportive educators.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 day ago

The SF LGBT Center's New Executive Director Invites You to Celebrate Queer Excellence! - San Francisco Bay Times

Joy is a radical force needed in times of grief and resistance, exemplified by the upcoming Soirée fundraising event.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 months ago

Teacher dies by suicide on the first day of school after years of anti-lesbian harassment - LGBTQ Nation

A lesbian teacher died by suicide after enduring years of homophobic harassment in France.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Advocate newsletter 4/10/26

The Day of Silence raises awareness of LGBTQ+ harassment, facing renewed challenges from anti-trans legislation across the U.S.
NYC parents
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

DOJ investigates LA public schools after parents claim trans rights policy led to child's death - LGBTQ Nation

The Trump administration is investigating LAUSD's anti-discrimination policies following a lawsuit related to a trans child's death.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Advocate newsletter 4/9/26

Two Republican congressmen from Georgia participated in drag during high school despite their anti-LGBTQ+ views.
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
1 hour ago

What Do Authoritarians Fear Most? People Who Stick Up for Each Other.

Solidarity among communities is essential for resilience against economic and social pressures exacerbated by conflict and local challenges.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 day ago

This invisible career ceiling is holding women back

Chronic illness significantly impacts women's career potential, with many making difficult decisions to accommodate their autoimmune diseases.
#pell-grant
Social justice
fromTruthout
1 hour ago

Pennsylvania's Abolitionist Organizers Win Victory Against Mandatory Life Without Parole

Pennsylvania's Supreme Court ruling overturns mandatory life sentences for felony murder, impacting over a thousand individuals, primarily Black.
#homelessness
fromCity Limits
1 day ago
NYC parents

Report Finds Homeless Students Miss More School, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago
NYC parents

More absences, lower grades: NYC leaving the educational needs of homeless students behind, report finds | amNewYork

NYC parents
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Report Finds Homeless Students Miss More School, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

Over half of students in the shelter system were chronically absent, highlighting the need for increased support from city and state authorities.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

More absences, lower grades: NYC leaving the educational needs of homeless students behind, report finds | amNewYork

Homeless students in NYC face significant educational challenges, including chronic absenteeism and frequent school transfers, impacting their academic performance.
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 day ago

From court to community: How Brooklyn's Dreamers N Doers is changing the game for local youth * Brooklyn Paper

"I saw people who never knew each other [before] meet at the event and develop strong relationships. A lot of people came just to watch and be part of that community. That's when I knew this was special."
Brooklyn
Education
fromPsychology Today
23 hours ago

Using Human Kindness as a Shield Against School Violence

Billions are wasted on ineffective security measures for schools instead of investing in mental health resources and social support systems.
fromApaonline
3 days ago

On the Insufficiency of Current Gender Equality Policies in Academia and the Necessity of a Cultural Shift

In 2021, women held only 28% of professorships in higher education and research institutions, even though they comprised 48% of PhD students, according to data gathered from a sample of 900 EU and non-EU institutions.
Philosophy
Public health
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

Public Health Needs to Get Off the Laptop and Into the Streets

Transformational experiences in South Africa with TAC emphasized the importance of community engagement and effective communication in health education.
#oakland
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago
East Bay (California)

Fire at Camron-Stanford, charter reform guide, renaming Cesar E. Chavez library...on the podcast

fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago
East Bay (California)

Fire at Camron-Stanford, charter reform guide, renaming Cesar E. Chavez library...on the podcast

SF parents
fromJezebel
2 days ago

Wife of Dreamer Detained by ICE Speaks Out: 'He's Done Everything Right'

Juan Chavez Velasco, a DACA recipient, was detained by ICE while delivering breast milk for his newborn daughter, raising concerns about his family's future.
Media industry
fromWIRED
2 days ago

The Indie News Queen Who's Not Done Pissing Off the Powerful

Amy Goodman, a prominent journalist, is the focus of the documentary 'Steal This Story, Please!', showcasing her relentless pursuit of truth.
Running
fromiRunFar
2 days ago

Building Community the Old Fashioned Way

Building relationships through shared training experiences enhances the running community.
#new-york-city
New York City
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

How Mamdani Presides Over a Fix-Everything Agenda

Zohran Mamdani's administration focuses on addressing both immediate city issues and deep-rooted racial inequities in New York.
New York City
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

How Mamdani Presides Over a Fix-Everything Agenda

Zohran Mamdani's administration focuses on addressing both immediate city issues and deep-rooted racial inequities in New York.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

We All Hate AI, but if You're Poor, It Can Really Ruin Your Life

Luxury brands are emphasizing human artistry over AI to maintain exclusivity and appeal to consumers' desire for authenticity.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
Arts
fromColossal
3 days ago

Colossal Members Have Funded 100 Projects in K-12 Classrooms through DonorsChoose

Colossal Members funded 100 classroom projects, contributing over $13,000 to support K-12 students' access to art supplies and materials.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
5 days ago

How To Push A Livable Streets Project Forward - Even in the Era of Federal Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

Christopher Coes is leading AmericaFWD to advance sustainable transportation projects in U.S. communities, especially those affected by funding cuts.
East Bay real estate
fromThe Oaklandside
5 days ago

Affordable teacher housing is scarce. This group is trying an innovative solution in Oakland

Rooted program provides affordable housing for educators in Oakland, alleviating financial stress and promoting community investment.
Education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

I was a world champion athlete as a teenager, but I wasn't allowed to do GCSE PE'

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, emphasizing the importance of inclusive sports and representation for individuals with disabilities.
Online Community Development
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

CDFIs could draw institutional capital for climate projects

There is a strong desire for collaboration between institutional investors and community development financial institutions, but barriers exist due to perceived risks and lack of standardization.
#transgender-rights
NYC parents
fromGothamist
2 days ago

NYC wins court fight over magnet school funding tied to trans student policies

The Trump administration cannot withhold funding for NYC magnet schools over transgender student policies, as ruled by a federal judge.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
2 days ago

NYC wins court fight over magnet school funding tied to trans student policies

The Trump administration cannot withhold funding for NYC magnet schools over transgender student policies, as ruled by a federal judge.
Philosophy
fromBig Think
3 days ago

The important role of ignorance in building a better society

Total freedom without laws leads to chaos; social contracts are essential for order and security in society.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

US conservatives sue to dismantle Native Hawaiian healthcare scholarships

Do No Harm stated that the scholarship's requirement that applicants be Native Hawaiians was a violation of federal law and tantamount to racial discrimination.
Non-profit organizations
#philanthropy
Education
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

Replicating the 'Mississippi Miracle' Won't Be Easy

Mississippi's education reform success stems from accountability measures alongside the adoption of the science of reading, not just phonics alone.
Higher education
fromFortune
2 days ago

'Downward mobility is incredibly radicalizing': The college bargain is broken. What comes next could reshape America | Fortune

The value of a college degree has diminished while unemployment for recent graduates has risen since 2022.
Social justice
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Beyond awareness: How youth leadership is reshaping the HIV response

Young people, especially Black and Latinx youth, face significant barriers in HIV advocacy and decision-making despite being heavily impacted by the epidemic.
NYC parents
fromChalkbeat
3 days ago

Judge says Trump administration improperly withheld funding from NYC schools over trans policy

The Trump administration improperly cut off funding to NYC public schools over policies protecting transgender students, violating Title IX procedures.
Education
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

LGBTQ+ people have always made history. But students are only just starting to learn that. - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ individuals have historically been invisible in American education, but recent shifts aim to include their narratives in curricula.
#ai-in-education
Education
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

This Is What Fully Automated School Looks Like

AI tools are increasingly enabling students to automate their schoolwork, raising concerns about academic integrity.
Education
fromEpicenter NYC
4 days ago

Parents say NYC schools' AI policy leaves out what matters most: students - Epicenter NYC

Guidelines on AI use in schools focus on staff usage, leaving student use ambiguous and raising concerns among parents and educators.
Education
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

This Is What Fully Automated School Looks Like

AI tools are increasingly enabling students to automate their schoolwork, raising concerns about academic integrity.
Education
fromEpicenter NYC
4 days ago

Parents say NYC schools' AI policy leaves out what matters most: students - Epicenter NYC

Guidelines on AI use in schools focus on staff usage, leaving student use ambiguous and raising concerns among parents and educators.
#higher-education
#lgbtq-rights
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

The right is destroying LGBTQ+ education. But gay union leader Randi Weingarten has a secret weapon. - LGBTQ Nation

Randi Weingarten emphasizes the importance of justice, inclusion, and respect in the fight against anti-LGBTQ+ policies.
Education
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Maryland advances sweeping education bill to fill gap as Trump admin dismantles federal protections - LGBTQ Nation

Maryland lawmakers advanced a bill to protect marginalized students from discrimination in educational institutions.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

The right is destroying LGBTQ+ education. But gay union leader Randi Weingarten has a secret weapon. - LGBTQ Nation

Randi Weingarten emphasizes the importance of justice, inclusion, and respect in the fight against anti-LGBTQ+ policies.
Education
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Maryland advances sweeping education bill to fill gap as Trump admin dismantles federal protections - LGBTQ Nation

Maryland lawmakers advanced a bill to protect marginalized students from discrimination in educational institutions.
NYC parents
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

The parents rights movement has never cared about empowering all parents. Just conservative ones. - LGBTQ Nation

Parents cannot control all external influences on their children, but they can guide them in developing critical-thinking skills.
Education
fromMission Local
2 days ago

Meet the S.F. School Board Candidates: What is your #1 priority?

The San Francisco School Board election features incumbent Phil Kim facing challengers Virginia Cheung and Brandee Marckmann after a significant teachers' strike.
NYC parents
fromChalkbeat
4 days ago

NYC public school suspensions dropped substantially during the first half of the school year

Suspensions in NYC public schools decreased by 8% in the first half of the school year compared to the previous year.
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

LAUSD strike: Here is where negotiations stand

Three major unions representing 70,000 LAUSD employees are negotiating to prevent a strike that could shut down all schools.
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Classmates subjected a young teen to "relentless" homophobic bullying. Then tragedy struck. - LGBTQ Nation

Leyton's mother stated, 'None of the boys in that school accepted him. They told him they would never accept him for the way he spoke. He was a sassy speaker, more feminine - not the 'hard boy' type. This wasn't going on for just a little while.'
LGBT
#education
Education
fromFortune
2 days ago

Schools across America are quietly admitting that screens in classrooms made students worse off and are reversing years of tech-first policies | Fortune

McPherson Middle School banned laptops after finding they distracted students from learning, transitioning to pen and paper for note-taking.
Education
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Nonprofit ArtsConnection fills a creative gap in NYC public schools

Education's focus on efficiency often neglects the essential human connection fostered by art and music, which helps students recognize their self-worth.
Education
fromFortune
2 days ago

Schools across America are quietly admitting that screens in classrooms made students worse off and are reversing years of tech-first policies | Fortune

McPherson Middle School banned laptops after finding they distracted students from learning, transitioning to pen and paper for note-taking.
Education
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Nonprofit ArtsConnection fills a creative gap in NYC public schools

Education's focus on efficiency often neglects the essential human connection fostered by art and music, which helps students recognize their self-worth.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

New poll shows why it's important for everyone to speak up in favor of trans rights - LGBTQ Nation

Majority of Americans support trans rights, but polling wording significantly influences public opinion on specific issues like gender-affirming care.
NYC parents
fromChalkbeat
6 days ago

NYC's homeless students continue to struggle at school. Advocates want more funding and coordination.

Many children in NYC's homeless shelters struggle to enroll in school, leading to chronic absenteeism and academic setbacks.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Philly Law Students Demand School Break Ties With ICE - Above the Law

Law students are demanding protections against ICE and DHS recruitment on campus due to threats to their rights and safety.
fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.
1 month ago

90 Percent of Student Discrimination and Harassment Complaints Were Dismissed Last Year. Here's Why. | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

President Donald Trump's efforts to dismantle the Department of Education has created a crisis that critics long feared: leaving marginalized students vulnerable to misconduct with little federal intervention. A new report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO), a nonpartisan arm of Congress, paints a damning picture of how mass layoffs and the slashing of resources at the agency have significantly impacted the civil rights of students.
US politics
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Keeping Law School Accessible When Federal Loans Fall Short - Above the Law

New federal regulations are limiting graduate student borrowing, shifting reliance from federal loans to private loans, which are harder to navigate.
Education
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 days ago

East San Jose school loses charter over lack of credentialed teachers - San Jose Spotlight

Escuela Popular, a charter school for immigrant students, faces closure due to uncredentialed teachers despite plans to appeal the district's decision.
Higher education
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

These blind students say their college blocked their education. A new rule could help

Blind students face significant challenges due to inaccessible learning materials in online education programs.
Education
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Education Leadership in Action

School leaders face unprecedented challenges including staffing shortages, declining morale, and decision fatigue while expected to drive innovation and improvement.
Education
fromTruthout
1 month ago

We Must Defend Black History - It Fuels Freedom Dreams of Students Under Attack

Teachers must transform curricula to eliminate biases and systems of domination while protecting vulnerable students, particularly Black students and students of color, from contemporary educational injustices.
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