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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours 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
Philosophy
fromBig Think
12 hours 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.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 hours ago

Work-Life Balance Is Precious; So Is The Rule Of Law - Above the Law

Lawyers today prioritize work-life balance over prestige and billable hours, seeking control over their time and flexibility in their careers.
#philanthropy
fromFortune
2 days ago
Fundraising

MacKenzie Scott rewrote the rules of philanthropy. Who will follow her lead? | Fortune

Fundraising
fromFortune
2 days ago

MacKenzie Scott rewrote the rules of philanthropy. Who will follow her lead? | Fortune

Philanthropy must urgently support those addressing inequity rather than relying on outdated strategies and empty commitments.
Fundraising
fromFast Company
6 days ago

How giving starts progress and leadership scales it

Volatility and accountability are transforming philanthropy, requiring leadership to drive impactful change.
Women
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 hours ago

Trans champion releases heartbreaking video after darts bans trans women from competing - LGBTQ Nation

The Darts Regulatory Authority has banned trans women from competing in women's events, impacting champion Noa-Lynn van Leuven's ability to participate.
Public health
fromThe Nation
12 hours 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.
#new-york-city
New York City
fromThe Nation
17 hours 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
17 hours 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.
Social media marketing
fromHer Campus
8 hours ago

They Knew, They Didn't Care, & We Are All Paying For It

Social media platforms like Instagram have been found liable for mental health damage to young users, with internal documents revealing harmful strategies targeting teens.
#parenting
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
9 hours ago

We Took Our Neighbor to Court Over What He Did to Our Dog. My Daughter Still Wants Revenge.

Teaching children about proportionality and justice is crucial, especially after traumatic events involving pets.
NYC parents
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day 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.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
9 hours ago

We Took Our Neighbor to Court Over What He Did to Our Dog. My Daughter Still Wants Revenge.

Teaching children about proportionality and justice is crucial, especially after traumatic events involving pets.
NYC parents
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day 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.
#transgender-rights
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
14 hours ago

Trans good Samaritan tried to help a drunk guy at a bar. Then his friend violently attacked her. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender woman was assaulted outside an LGBTQ+ bar in Bellingham, Washington, after trying to help an intoxicated man.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Trump administration ends some civil rights settlements backing trans students

The US education department terminated agreements with five school districts and a college regarding protections for transgender students.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 months ago

Trans man uses women's restroom to follow the law. Police detained him for it anyway. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender man was assaulted and charged for using a women's restroom despite having an 'F' gender marker on his ID.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
14 hours ago

Trans good Samaritan tried to help a drunk guy at a bar. Then his friend violently attacked her. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender woman was assaulted outside an LGBTQ+ bar in Bellingham, Washington, after trying to help an intoxicated man.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Trump administration ends some civil rights settlements backing trans students

The US education department terminated agreements with five school districts and a college regarding protections for transgender students.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 months ago

Trans man uses women's restroom to follow the law. Police detained him for it anyway. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender man was assaulted and charged for using a women's restroom despite having an 'F' gender marker on his ID.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Nation
1 day 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.
#lgbtq
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 hours ago
LGBT

This trans megachurch pastor survived 15 years of conversion therapy. She's now running for office. - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago
LGBT

Trans sorority sister forced to flee state after lawyers targeted her. Now she's fighting back. - LGBTQ Nation

Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Beyond Inclusion: Liberating LGBTQ+ Athletes

LGBTQ+ athletes face unique stressors that impact their performance and well-being due to the need to manage their identities in sports environments.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
12 hours 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
10 hours ago

This trans megachurch pastor survived 15 years of conversion therapy. She's now running for office. - LGBTQ Nation

Joanna Whaley transitioned from evangelical pastor to Democratic candidate, facing challenges in her past relationships and advocating for queer rights.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Trans sorority sister forced to flee state after lawyers targeted her. Now she's fighting back. - LGBTQ Nation

Artemis Langford sued lawyers for sorority sisters over publicizing personal information and settled with one lawyer while the other faces trial.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

She came out to a homophobic student. The school quickly forced her to resign. - LGBTQ Nation

A teacher's assistant resigned after being investigated for addressing a student's homophobic comments, impacting her future employment and benefits.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Is Anger Always Justifiable?

Emotional reasoning can distort reality, leading perfectionists to justify anger based solely on its existence, potentially harming relationships.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Ministers unveil right to try' plan to help disabled people find work

The government allows disabled individuals to try work without losing benefits, but campaigners say more is needed to address workplace challenges.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
2 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.
fromPadailypost
1 day ago

New police chief likes being the good guy

Reifschneider said he tries to think about a moment when he helped someone, even if it's something mundane like pulling up behind a driver who ran out of gas. He's encouraged his fellow police officers to also reflect on a good deed.
Mission District
fromFilmmaker Magazine
2 days ago

"What Solidarity Really Looks Like": Yael Bridge on Who Moves America

Drivers were delivering packages in deadly heat with no air conditioning; part-time employees, the majority of UPS' workforce, have been unable to receive benefits. Wages aren't rising at the same rate as the cost of living.
Independent films
fromHell Gate
2 days ago

A Passover Protest in Palantir's Lobby

"The lessons of hope overcoming fear, of solidarity being able to overcome isolation, and the knowledge at the end of the story, freedom is attained, and with it the sweetness of liberation," Mamdani said.
Podcast
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

#MeToo movement brings wave of harassment claims across Colombia

Juanita Gomez and other journalists are sharing experiences of sexual harassment, leading to significant repercussions in Colombian media.
Environment
fromNature
4 days ago

'Yes, we can': a blueprint for a clean economy and healthy society

A new 'clean' economy focused on sustainability can lead to a more efficient and prosperous society.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

NAACP responds after homeless man 'dumped' in Oakland by San Leandro police

San Leandro officers forcibly transported a homeless man to Oakland and 'dumped' him, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
6 days ago

No Kings Must Mean No War: Foreign Policy Is Least Democratic Space in Politics

The majority of Iranian Americans oppose the war on Iran, despite media portrayal of pro-monarchy sentiments.
fromApaonline
14 hours 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
fromwww.independent.co.uk
16 hours ago

Crime victims and bereaved families given more time to challenge lenient sentences

Victims' Commissioner Claire Waxman expressed her delight at the government's decision, stating that the change is long overdue and acknowledges the years of campaigning led by bereaved families like Tracey Hanson, who sought justice following the tragic death of her son Josh.
Law
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
2 days ago

Opinion: Fulfilling New York's Legal and Moral Obligation to Support Children's Behavioral Health

Children in New York's poorest areas face severe mental health care shortages, leading to increased risks of hospitalization and incarceration.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

What are reparations for slavery and colonialism and will the UK pay?

Reform UK party plans to stop visas for countries seeking reparations for historical injustices related to slavery.
#lgbtq-rights
Education
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 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.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 hours ago

They posted images of same-sex couples kissing. Now they face prison time. - LGBTQ Nation

Eleven members of Young LGBTI+ face trial in Turkey for obscenity and violating family protection laws over social media posts of same-sex couples.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day 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
3 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.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 hours ago

They posted images of same-sex couples kissing. Now they face prison time. - LGBTQ Nation

Eleven members of Young LGBTI+ face trial in Turkey for obscenity and violating family protection laws over social media posts of same-sex couples.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day 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.
Women
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Why women leaders are ditching the old workplace rulebook-and winning because of it

Women are moving away from outdated leadership models that prioritize control and dominance, seeking autonomy and flexibility instead.
Washington DC
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

America has long been obsessed with war. But true patriots glorify peace. - LGBTQ Nation

The author reflects on the impact of war and military actions throughout their life, highlighting personal and historical tragedies associated with conflict.
Marketing
fromFast Company
1 week ago

The backlash against "woke business" is loud

Conscious consumerism is normalizing, with 40% of North American purchases influenced by social and environmental factors despite political backlash.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
1 day ago

Promoting Civic Friendship: The Transformative Power of Public Spaces

The neighborhood in Lisbon faces challenges due to population growth, infrastructure strain, and a need for community-driven solutions like SAAL.
#diversity
New York City
fromTampa Free Press
2 days ago

Mamdani's Racial Equity Pivot: New York City Hall Defends Scrubbing 'DEI' From New Report - Tampa Free Press

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani addressed the removal of DEI terminology from a racial equity report, framing it as a necessary improvement.
New York City
fromTampa Free Press
2 days ago

Mamdani's Racial Equity Pivot: New York City Hall Defends Scrubbing 'DEI' From New Report - Tampa Free Press

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani addressed the removal of DEI terminology from a racial equity report, framing it as a necessary improvement.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 weeks ago

Social Malpractice in the Age of Cultural Compliance

Socially engaged art faces challenges in a world increasingly hostile to independent thought and public expression.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: Bondi Out, Bove Recusal, 'Strip Law,' 60% Judges Use AI While Sanctions Continue For Lawyers, Viral Judge Videos & More - Above the Law

AI-generated errors in legal documents are leading to increased sanctions against attorneys.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Firms with more women in top roles more likely to dismiss abusive men, study finds

Companies with a higher number of women in senior roles are significantly more likely to dismiss male perpetrators of abuse against female colleagues, according to recent analysis.
Women in technology
New York City
fromJust The News
2 days ago

DOJ to probe NYC Mayor Mamdani's 'racial equity' plan

The U.S. Department of Justice will review New York City's racial equity plan due to potential conflicts with federal anti-discrimination laws.
fromApaonline
3 days ago

How to Deal with Online Virtue Signaling

Virtue signaling often manifests in social media posts that aim to elevate one's moral standing without genuine commitment to the cause, leading to frustration among observers.
Philosophy
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

The Price Of Justice And The Promise Of AI - Above the Law

Rising legal service costs and declining access-to-justice funding widen the gap for those needing legal protections, with AI presenting potential solutions.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Waiting for a hero to save us from Trump & MAGA? Here's where to look... - LGBTQ Nation

Heroes are often flawed mortals, and we must rely on ourselves for change rather than expecting saviors from above.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
3 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.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 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.
fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.
3 days ago

Finally Free, Leonard Peltier Offers Intergenerational Wisdom for Resistance | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

Thank you...for being able to fight for my freedom. But what's more important than that is that you continue to fight for your land and to continue to fight for your people and all people.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day 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
Philosophy
fromApaonline
2 weeks ago

Why "Service" and "Giving Back" Get It Wrong

Fresh terminology is needed for 'service' and 'giving back' to avoid implying a moral hierarchy.
LGBT
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Conversion Therapy Is Still Happening. Now, It's Protected.

The Supreme Court's ruling jeopardizes conversion therapy bans in over 20 states, impacting LGBTQ communities and licensed therapists' rights.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Attacks on abortion and gender-affirming care are inextricably linked

Abortion care and gender-affirming care restrictions share similar tactics and target vulnerable young populations facing significant barriers to access.
fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.
4 weeks ago

Rotating the Clipboard Built Our Workplace Democracy | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

Losing staff could be detrimental to the projects we worked on, and there was a growing dissatisfaction with how meetings were run. These mostly one-sided discussions left the quieter half of us feeling pushed aside, like our thoughts didn't matter much. If things stayed this way, I worried the good people on our team would start quitting one by one.
Non-profit organizations
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

Freedom of speech can never trump liberation - LGBTQ Nation

A chief tenet of liberation is the freedom to define oneself while being accorded the rights and privileges established and guaranteed under law and social standing.
Social justice
Philosophy
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

In Defense of Being Performative

Democracy requires citizens to actively perform civic engagement; dismissing performative politics misunderstands that democratic participation is inherently performative and essential for democratic survival.
LGBT
fromGothamist
5 days ago

NYC's LGBTQIA+ office leader poised to tackle 'entrenched disparities'

New York City opens its first office for LGBTQIA+ Affairs, led by civil rights attorney Taylor Brown, the highest-ranking openly trans person in city government.
Philosophy
fromThe Philosopher
3 weeks ago

On Cancelling and Repair Revisited

Restorative justice in academia requires perpetrators to genuinely restore victims rather than merely rehabilitate their own reputations through aggressive legal tactics.
Environment
fromNature
1 month ago

I will continue the fight for environmental justice in Black communities

Robert Bullard pioneered environmental justice by documenting pollution disparities in Black communities and converting research into policy action and legal challenges.
fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.
2 months ago

Philanthropy Must Defend the Right to Bear Witness | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

"Are you okay?" These were Alex Pretti's last words, said to a woman after ICE agents had tackled and pepper-sprayed her. Videos from bystanders show Pretti holding up a phone, attempting to document what was happening before he himself was pepper-sprayed, wrestled to the ground, and killed by those officers. He lost his life not for committing violence, but for documenting it, and stepping in to protect someone facing it.
US politics
Music
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

How Diversity Informs the Conversation

Shared attention and inclusive listening, not uniformity, enable social cohesion and allow diverse perspectives to form a coherent, exploratory collective voice.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Political pragmatism is not a moral failing. It may be the only thing that can save us. - LGBTQ Nation

He is not worthy of the presidency. He takes bribes blatantly. And now he's being a racist, blatantly. They were supposed to deport the dangerous criminals. They were not supposed to go after small children, storm schools, bring terror upon, you know, the little kids and the women and children, not just the immigrants in the school. All the children are scared.
US politics
Women
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Kindness Begets Kindness - And It's Free! - Above the Law

A sincere compliment can boost another person's confidence, energize their performance, and create meaningful professional connection with minimal effort.
US politics
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Protesting Can Be Good For You

Participating in political protests builds social connection, reduces stress through collective effervescence, and strengthens community allyship against state aggression toward vulnerable groups.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Just show up: How to join the fight for LGBTQ+ rights when you don't have a queer loved one - LGBTQ Nation

Allies and families must actively engage with school policymakers to ensure LGBTQ+ students are included in safety and anti-bullying policies.
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