This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. New Orleans-based architect Bryan C. Lee, Jr. calls the Lafitte Greenway “a civic green boulevard” and describes it as “a space that has continuous motion.” This motion has certainly been…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Andrew J. Whelton, Purdue University; Amisha Shah, Purdue University, and Kristofer P. Isaacson, Purdue University When wildfires swept through the hills near Santa Cruz, California, in 2020, they released toxic…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Leadership development was a crucial component of early efforts to building a mass education system in the United States, particularly in the South following the Civil War. And today that…
Abby Falik grew up with parents committed to traveling the world–and never the usual tourist traps. After high school, she wanted to get close to the issues she cared about…
On “Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg,” Carla Vernón, the Natural & Organic Operating Unit President and Corporate Officer at General Mills, talks about the company’s role in environmental stewardship. Leading the…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. When COVID-19 was layered onto the already fragile child care system, it shattered. Many providers remain closed or are in danger of closing, parents are struggling to find child care…
FreeWill is a social enterprise that’s generated more than $650 million in committed funds for non-profit organizations around the country. Partnering with organizations like the American Red Cross, United Way, Save…
Giving Compass’ Take: • A report at Migration Policy Institute demonstrates the disproportionate impact of coronavirus on unemployment for immigrant women. • How does the disparate impact of the pandemic…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed individuals can change the world. In fact, it’s the only thing that ever has. – Margaret Mead When values, identity or…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. This climate change glossary explains ten key terms and definitions you need to know to be prepared to advocate on behalf of the planet. Get started by learning the difference…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Fay Twersky, vice president at the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, recently launched The Listening Post, a monthly note dedicated to lifting up exceptional ideas, voices, and questions that can help all…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. At a time when the Covid-19 pandemic has exposed a growing shortage of nurses, it should have been good news that there were more than 1,200 applicants to enter the…