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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

We do not comply: how do we disrupt the momentum of Trump's cruelty? | V (formerly Eve Ensler)

"The exterminating force of Project 2025 is plowing through the culture, the government and people's hearts and bodies like a drunk on a violent tear."
Social justice
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 days ago

Mahzarin Banaji, psychologist: Our biases were useful in the past, but today, they are an obstacle'

Implicit biases affect professional decisions and societal fairness, revealing hidden prejudices across different demographics.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 days ago

Berkeley wraps up policy work tackling racial disparities in police stops

The Berkeley Police Department first adopted its fair and impartial policing policy in 2014, aiming to eliminate racial profiling and reduce disparities.
Social justice
fromPitchfork
4 days ago

Cleo Reed: Cuntry

Cleo Reed's album Cuntry reflects the challenges and resilience of marginalized communities amid societal and environmental crises.
fromKqed
4 days ago

Octavia Butler Offers a Roadmap for Survival In This Documentary

Mutual aid for me is a practice. It's not just something you do during an emergency. ... The emergency is 100% of the time at this point.
Social justice
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
5 days ago

Remembering Lee Ballance, doctor, healer, teacher, climate advocate

Lee Ballance dedicated his life to healing and caregiving, prioritizing not just individual patients but the health of the community and the world.
Health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Former UK Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn launching new left-wing party

"The government says there is no money for the poor, but billions for war. A new party is needed to right these social injustices and combat a rigged system."
UK politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 days ago

Corbyn launches a new political party and accuses the government of 'crimes against humanity' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

A new political party named 'Your Party' has been launched by Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana to advocate for social justice and economic reform.
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

Why Institutions Retreating From DEI Can Feel Like Betrayal

Institutional betrayal harms marginalized groups disproportionately, especially in the context of dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana agree to launch leftwing party

Corbyn and Sultana agreed to launch a new leftwing political party called Your Party.
#eddington
fromVulture
5 days ago
Film

What's Up With the Woke Teens in Eddington?

Eddington satirizes performative activism among Gen-Z teens during a pandemic and their attempts to gain relevance through social justice gestures.
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago
Arts

The problem(s) with Ari Aster's 'Eddington'

Eddington critiques the shallow reproduction of social justice movements during a tumultuous year, highlighting the disconnect between activism and genuine action.
#homelessness
from48 hills
6 days ago
Social justice

Supes let mayor cut affordable housing, raise fees on working people ... - 48 hills

from48 hills
6 days ago
Social justice

Supes let mayor cut affordable housing, raise fees on working people ... - 48 hills

Education
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
6 days ago

Remembering Robert W. Fuller, physicist, president of Oberlin College, citizen diplomat, author, dignity advocate

Robert W. Fuller was a pioneering physicist and humanitarian whose work significantly advanced social justice and educational reform.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
1 week ago

Leadership and Worker Ownership: A Conversation with John Abrams - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

A new book aims to inspire different approaches to social justice and employee ownership amidst societal cruelty.
#lgbtq
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago
LGBT

What good are rights when you can't afford to use them?

Many LGBTQ+ individuals face economic struggles despite cultural achievements.
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
4 weeks ago
SF LGBT

Redefining Values-Aligned Investing for Our LGBTQ+ Community - San Francisco Bay Times

Financial planning should reflect individual values and lived experiences, especially for the LGBTQ+ community.
Investing can serve as activism and community-building through personalized portfolios.
#immigration
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

PHOTOS: Advocacy groups hold silent vigils outside Lower Manhattan courthouse amid ICE detainments | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

PHOTOS: Advocacy groups hold silent vigils outside Lower Manhattan courthouse amid ICE detainments | amNewYork

fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 week ago

Remembering Joanna Macy, author, Buddhist teacher, environmental activist

Macy synthesized principles of Buddhism, systems theory, and deep ecology philosophy to empower collective action toward environmental sustainability, inspiring ordinary people to heal the planet.
Mindfulness
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Underpaid, Overworked Medical Residents Who Keep Hospitals Afloat Want a Union

Medical residents are unionizing and striking for better pay and conditions as part of a labor movement.
SF LGBT
fromMedium
3 months ago

I waited 15 years to see Hunky Jesus-and yes, he delivered

Celebration and defiance characterized the queer community's response to ongoing societal repression at the Hunky Jesus event.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Police behaviour at protests not changed since Orgreave, say activists

Basically, they are there as agents of the state, and we end up seeing it time after time after time. And there will be further injustices perpetrated because the police do what they do.
UK politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

The nation's first Vietnamese American bishop formally takes over California diocese

Michael Pham became San Diego's bishop, the first Vietnamese American to lead a U.S. diocese, emphasizing care for marginalized communities.
fromKqed
1 week ago

'Good Trouble' Protest Organizers Condemn Trump's Cuts to Public Health, Immigration Policies | KQED

Protests across the Bay Area commemorated Congressman John Lewis, emphasizing the impact of federal program cuts on marginalized communities.
#public-art
US politics
fromSCSJ
1 week ago

A Win for Community Mapping in Edgecombe County

Edgecombe County Board of Education adopted Map C for redistricting, ensuring equitable representation and protecting community interests.
fromwww.newhamrecorder.co.uk
1 week ago

'A day we'll never forget': Newham school pupils meet Pope at the Vatican

Pupils from Newham schools met Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, affirming their commitment to Catholic social teaching.
fromKqed
1 week ago

Supervisor Questions SFPD's Response to ICE Protests in SF | KQED

Fielder emphasized that the SFPD must adhere to sanctuary city laws, highlighting their obligation to prevent serious injury in immigration actions while also not assisting ICE.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

The Neighborhood Kids' viral rage rap anthem during ICE raids turned them into Tom Morello's 'new favorite band'

Music reflects the turmoil of aggressive immigration enforcement in California.
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Daily newsletter 7/15

The Trump administration is rolling back protections for trans people in ICE custody.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Protesters, counter-protesters face off outside Toronto city hall over bike lanes, proposed shelters | CBC News

Protesters expressed discontent over city decisions regarding shelters, bike lanes, and clinics, asserting inadequate community engagement and mismanagement by the city government.
#transgender-rights
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Raising Socially Conscious Youth

Raising socially conscious children is crucial due to prevalent injustice and systemic challenges, helping them grow aware and engaged in social movements.
Parenting
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Trump Is the Confederacy's Revenge

Deborah Cotton, known as "Big Red," was one of the victims of the largest mass shooting in New Orleans's history on Mother's Day 2013.
Social justice
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Andrea Becker on the Politics of Hysterectomy

Access to hysterectomy is stratified by race, age, and gender identity, intertwined with eugenic policies affecting reproductive health.
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

The Pulpit Wasn't Made for This

Churches have the moral obligation to engage with social justice and political issues, as historical participation has shaped their existence. However, endorsing candidates risks divisiveness and detracts from spiritual missions.
US politics
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Green and Independent Socialist councillors form new alliance on Haringey Council

Cllr Lotte Collett stated, 'Climate issues need to be front and centre of everything that we do, it's massively important because the people that are the most affected by these issues are the working classes.'
UK politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago

Pope Leo celebrates Mass in parish church with special ties to his Augustinian order

Pope Leo XIV emphasized merciful compassion for the poor and victims of tyranny during a Mass at Castel Gandolfo.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Has America learned anything from the George Floyd uprisings? | Eric Morrison-Smith and David Turner III

The death of George Floyd highlighted systemic racism and the urgent need for societal transformation, not superficial gestures.
SF LGBT
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

These LGBTQ+ Archives Defy Erasure, One Memory at a Time

LGBTQ+ history collections in Latin America serve as resistance against violence and demand for justice through community memory preservation.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Shameful' that black boys in London more likely to die by 18 than white boys, says Met chief

The vast majority of our people are good people. But that legacy, combined with the tragedy that some of this crime falls most heavily in black communities, creates a real problem.
UK politics
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

The Best Tony's Chocolonely Flavor Is Both Beautiful And Delicious - Tasting Table

Tony's Chocolonley combines ethical production with unique chocolate flavors.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Artist or activist? For Juliet Stevenson and her husband, Gaza leaves them with no choice

Juliet Stevenson actively advocates for Palestinian rights and critiques government complicity in human rights violations.
#nypd
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Zohran Mamdani Railed Against NYPD Argued Police Shouldn't Respond to Domestic Violence Calls

NYPD perpetuates violence against poor Black and Brown people; trained responders are better suited for handling domestic violence and mental health calls.
fromBlack Enterprise
3 weeks ago
US politics

NY BLM Founders Confront NYPD For Hosting BBQ After Labeling Others As 'Illegal'

NYPD arrested Black residents for illegal barbecues while officers hosted similar events nearby.
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Erin Brockovich: To combat the climate crisis we must first look in our own backyard'

The name Erin Brockovich is now so symbolic in the U.S. that it is also used as a verb: to Erin Brockovich something means to investigate it to the bitter end; in other words, refusing to give up.
Social justice
Social justice
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Hayward, Alameda Co. create 'Russell City Redress Fund' to compensate families for land seizure

Hayward and Alameda County established the Russell City Redress Fund to address historical injustices with an initial allocation of $900,000.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Reconnecting With Our World

Our pain for the world, often manifested as anger, fear, or grief, is not a sign of weakness but a testament to our interconnectedness with all life.
Mindfulness
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 weeks ago

A Brooklyn Church Opens a Banned Book Library

Samirah Horton creates the Banned Book Library to promote reading and combat censorship, inspired by Toni Morrison's work.
#community
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago
Social justice

Field Notes: The Tanforan Memorial's Legacy, Isaac Julien's Dreamscape, and '9 to 5''s SF Roots

fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago
Social justice

Field Notes: The Tanforan Memorial's Legacy, Isaac Julien's Dreamscape, and '9 to 5''s SF Roots

fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

What disability benefit claimants need to know about Labour's new welfare plans

Changes to Universal Credit approved, affecting 7.5 million claimants with increased standard rates but severe cuts to health-related benefits for new claimants.
#immigration-enforcement
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

Bridge Multicultural Project launches 'Unity, Not Hate' poster campaign

The Bridge MCP launches a poster campaign promoting unity and inclusion in response to current social challenges.
fromSCSJ
3 weeks ago

SCSJ Applauds OSHA Heat Prevention-Related Rulemaking

Excessive heat at work is a growing public health concern, prompting OSHA's new Heat Injury and Illness Prevention Rulemaking.
US politics
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

US's Largest Labor Union Votes to Cut All Ties to the Anti-Defamation League

NEA cuts ties with the Anti-Defamation League, asserting it no longer endorses their materials or supports their position on social justice.
#lgbtq-rights
fromTruthout
4 weeks ago
LGBT

Queer as Fungi: What Mushrooms Can Teach Us About Resistance and Community

The Stonewall Uprising was a pivotal moment in queer American history, catalyzing the movement for LGBTQ+ rights.
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Billie Jean King: Listen to transgender athletes

Listening to transgender athletes and understanding their experiences is essential.
fromFuncheap
3 weeks ago

17th Annual GLIDE Summer Gala: Love. Unite. Inspire. Dance. (Phoenix Hotel)

The Summer Gala is a celebration of the power of a purpose-driven community. It's incredibly moving to witness a new generation of young professionals stepping up with passion, generosity, and vision.
Fundraising
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

It was a milestone for progressive education in California. Then it unraveled

California mandates ethnic studies in high schools by 2025, emphasizing diverse historical perspectives and critical thinking about social issues.
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

'We will beat British Government for second time in court' - Kneecap at largest ever gig

Kneecap performed in Finsbury Park while highlighting political issues regarding Israel and Palestine.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Women were grabbed and dragged away like sacks' a history of British protest in pictures

Protest has been a vital part of British society, highlighting perceived injustices through various movements over decades.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Venezuela and China showcase partnership through productive deals, not loans

The bilateral meeting between China's Communist Party and Venezuela’s ruling United Socialist Party marks a significant step forward in promoting social justice and a new international order.
Venture
Women
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Women's sports are booming. Why now? | CBC Sports

WNBA players took a significant stand for social justice during the 2020 season, increasing the league's visibility and impact.
fromwww.esquire.com
3 weeks ago

The Big, Beautiful Bill Passed. House Republicans Cheered.

Legislative actions have dire consequences for many citizens, with cheers from representatives despite public disapproval.
DC food
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

Performing at the Kennedy Center, Despite Trump's Takeover | KQED

B. DeVeaux performs at the Kennedy Center, focusing on self-love and social justice through their music.
Fundraising
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

The Irish Independent's View: Brother Kevin had a heart big enough to carry troubles of so many and inspired Pope Francis

A soup kitchen, opened in 1969, provided over 800 meals daily by 2018, embodying a legacy of compassion and care.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 weeks ago

Remembering Daniel Chapman, Cal physics researcher who volunteered in SNCC's Freedom Summer

Daniel D. Chapman, known as Dan, passed away at age 96 after a life dedicated to learning, activism, and family.
fromConsequence
4 weeks ago

Charlize Theron Rips Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's Wedding and Celebrities Who Attended

Charlize Theron criticized Jeff Bezos for his support of Donald Trump and the negative impact of his policies on immigration, women's rights, and the LGBTQ+ community. She stated, 'Here in Los Angeles, in the US and across the globe, we're moving backwards fast.' This remarks highlight the societal regressions she attributes to current political climates.
US politics
fromAnOther
4 weeks ago

Willy Chavarria's Heartfelt Ode to American Immigrants

Fashion can effectively convey social messages about immigration and human rights.
fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

Orla O'Connor to step down from her role as director of National Women's Council

Ms O'Connor will leave NWC to become executive director of St Stephen's Green Trust after 23 years, emphasizing her dedication to social justice.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Here's what the Democrats can learn from Zohran Mamdani | Judith Levine

Zohran Mamdani's democratic socialism aims for dignity, equity, and sustainability in New York City governance.
fromHigh Country News
4 weeks ago

'I see no reason to compromise my value system' - High Country News

If women don't control their own fertility, they'll never have a level playing field with men. It'll just never happen.
Social justice
fromwww.esquire.com
4 weeks ago

Disaster-Worn Mansfield, Louisiana, Needs a Modernized Hospital. The Big, Beautiful Bill Could Ruin Its Plans.

I just hope that the people who are making these decisions have thought deeply about it and have some context of the real-world implications, he said, because it's going to affect us as a hospital and going to affect our patients.
Healthcare
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
4 weeks ago

Design Thinking: Learnings from Holding Space with Liberatory Leaders - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Liberatory leadership aims to reshape oppression through collective responsibility, supporting complex and transformative community actions.
fromBrownstoner
4 weeks ago

He Fled Death Threats for Being Gay, Applied for Asylum

When folks talk about cats having nine lives, I feel like I have 12. He's coming from the same train of thought that I've escaped.
SF LGBT
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