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Farm to Reef

Bryn Nelson

May 08, 2018 |

bioGraphic |

Multi-Media |

1500-3000 Words

Response Location: Cuba

The demise of coral reefs has made headlines recently as conservationists face the challenge of trying to save what is left of them from global warming, ocean acidification, pollution, overfishing – to name just a few of the threats. Gardens of the Queen National Park in the Caribbean may hold some answers. From a pro-environmental government philosophy to a reduction in nitrogen- and phosphorus-rich farm runoff, there are more than a few practices that have culminated into a solution to keep Cuba's coral reef healthy.

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Cities are crowdfunding more. But is it fair to ask the people to pay?

Anoush Darabi

May 08, 2018 |

Apolitical |

Text |

800-1500 Words

Response Location: United Kingdom, Brighton and Hove

Governments in the United Kingdom, the United States, and elsewhere use crowdfunded donations to restore historic areas and fund new developments. The approach can build democratic participation and community cohesion while plugging budgetary holes from falling tax revenue.

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How the growing “One Water” movement is not only helping the environment but also saving millions of dollars

Erica Gies

May 08, 2018 |

Ensia |

Text |

1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States

In response to the growing concern about the world's water supply, a movement known in the United States as "One Water" has taken shape and is gathering momentum on a mission to halt floods, droughts and water pollution.

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Homeless? This Seattle startup has an app for that

Scott Greenstone

May 05, 2018 |

The Seattle Times |

Text |

800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Seattle, Washington

Start-ups in Seattle are using apps and technology to connect the city's massive homeless population to those who can help. Apps like Beacon are helping people to donate directly to the homeless people they may pass on the street - but there are complications, including coordination with nonprofits and convincing people that the app can help.

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BNFB Project: Scaling up biofortified crops for nutrition security

Gerald Kitabu

May 05, 2018 |

IPP Media |

Text |

800-1500 Words

Response Location: Tanzania

Community members, especially children, in Tanzania are facing a public health crisis in the form of a vitamin A deficiency. With research indicating that biofortified crops such as sweet potatoes are a viable solution to combating this issue, government institutions and agriculture research organizations are teaming up to promote the methods to increase production of biofortified crops.

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How Detroiters Are Shaping a Post-Industrial Riverfront Park

Serena Maria Daniels

May 02, 2018 |

Next City |

Text |

800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Detroit, Michigan

In an effort to brainstorm ideas to revitalize Detroit's West Riverfront Park, the city sent community members around the country to see what's working in other cities. After coming back with ideas, the community members worked with world-class architects to draw up plans for community improvement in the riverfront development.

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Protecting People and Water in Mexico City

Maria Doerr

May 02, 2018 |

Making Contact |

Radio |

Over 15 Minutes

Response Location: Mexico, Mexico City

Mexico City is drilling deep underground to keep residents supplied with water. Much of their water comes from the Water Forest outside the city, which is threatened by urban expansion. To conserve the water coming from the forest, indigenous people are empowered to use dry toilets and fertilize crops with the leavings.

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In a Corner of Senegal, a Victory Over Malaria

Amy Yee

May 01, 2018 |

The New York Times |

Text |

1500-3000 Words

Response Location: Senegal, Richard Toll

A cross-sector program to improve malaria awareness and treatment in Senegal has seen sharp decreases in cases. The program includes increased screening, rapid testing kits, and community health workers.

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Can VR teach us how to deal with sexual harassment?

Amanda Holpuch Olivia Solon

May 01, 2018 |

The Guardian |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States

Immersive virtual reality trains students and employees on how actions can lead to harassment and discrimination in schools and the workplace. These interactive games have shown to be effective at helping people retain information in pilot studies. Sexual assault survivors and public health experts are supporting this approach. There is also a push to engage people earlier in this kind of training rather than waiting until college, and researchers are finding the games become catalysts for young people to discuss sensitive issues, like consent.

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The community trying to unite rich and poor

Emily Kasriel

April 26, 2018 |

BBC |

Broadcast TV News |

Under 3 Minutes

Response Location: Canada, Toronto

The Regent Park neighborhood in Toronto is now home to a mixed income housing development project in which residents of different income groups are living alongside one another. It’s also bringing a private developer and a public housing agency to work together on the project, with the hopes of fostering a sense of community and creating a safer neighborhood.

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