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Straight talk about sex in the Canadian Arctic

David Leveille

October 29, 2015 |

Public Radio International (PRI) |

Radio |

3-5 Minutes

Response Location: Canada, Fort Smith, Northwest Territories

Rates of teen pregnancy, sexually transmitted disease, and domestic violence are disproportionately higher among indigenous women, and girls in rural villages in the Canadian north are at particular risk. FOXY, a traveling organization dedicated to bringing sexual education and health to these hard-to-reach communities, provides an innovative and inclusive approach to teaching youth about sexual and relationship health.

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If Everybody Hates Wasting Food, Why Do We Do It (And How Can We Stop)?

Mary Hoff

October 29, 2015 |

Ensia |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: Denmark

Most people are unaware of how much food they waste. Food waste campaigns across the world are using creative marketing to raise awareness and encourage behavior change.

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A Family Matter: Saving Papua New Guinea's mothers

Alex Finn

October 25, 2015 |

Al Jazeera |

Broadcast TV News |

Over 15 Minutes

Response Location: Papua New Guinea

A doctor in Papua New Guinea finds that involving men in family planning is the key to reducing maternal mortality.

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The Suburb That Tried To Kill the Car

Mark Peterson

October 22, 2015 |

Politico |

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Over 3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Evanston, Illinois

Cars heavily influence building planning in the U.S. due to a historical preference for suburbs, but a town in Illinois improved its economy by thinking like a city. They created transit-oriented development which prioritizes pedestrians and attracts millennials.

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How a diverse yet divided school blended ‘segregated' classes

Ben Stocking

October 19, 2015 |

The Seattle Times |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Seattle, Washington

In the U.S., the practice of tracked classes or special programs have exacerbated racial separation in schools. Leschi Elementary, in Seattle, made changes to their curriculum to draw white families to a traditionally black school.

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Colorado's affordable artist housing efforts catching on quickly

Ray Mark Rinaldi

October 03, 2015 |

The Denver Post |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Denver, Colorado

Artists need cheap living costs, but their presence improves a community and the property values. The State of Colorado and private developers are creating affordable housing and work spaces for artists in neighborhoods they want to thrive.

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Serving School Lunch Family Style

Anne Hoffman

October 01, 2015 |

Bright Magazine |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Chaotic cafeterias discourage students from eating or caring about their meal. A Philadelphia program, Eatiquette, is improving kids' lunchtime by replacing the line with food made from scratch served at each table like a family meal.

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Helping Soldiers Transcend Trauma

Michaela Haas

September 11, 2015 |

Daily Beast |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Los Angeles, California

Rhonda Cornum survived captivity in the Iraq War—and now she’s helping her fellow soldiers overcome trauma and transform their lives. She has spearheaded a resilience program for the US Army, in which every single soldier participates. The results show a significant decline in substance abuse, and an uptick in optimism, good coping, adaptability, and character strength. However, the correlation with a decline in PTSD has not proven solid. needs more.

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When Reality TV Involves Vaccinating a Goat and Pulling Weeds

Jillian Kumagai

September 05, 2015 |

The Atlantic |

Multi-Media |

800-1500 Words

Response Location: Tanzania

Not all reality shows focus on the lives of the rich and famous. Female Food Heroes, is a Tanzanian reality show in which female farmers compete against each other for a grand prize. Ultimately, it’s not just about the money, the show aims to empower farmers and alter sexist attitudes.

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How Seattle Made Dark Alleys Safer—By Throwing Parties In Them

Araz Hachadourian

August 26, 2015 |

Yes! Magazine |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Seattle, Washington

Alleys in Seattle were once places of illicit, illegal, and unsanitary activity. The International Sustainability Institute in Seattle began organizing music and art events to bring in people, which, in turn, cleaned-up the crime and garbage. As an urban development strategy, adjacent vacant storefronts re-opened for business and beautification could be seen in new gardens.

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