Artwork stating 'Education Destroys Barriers', 'We Demand Treatment', and 'I Need A Chance'

Search Results

You searched for: -

There are 1774 results  for your search.  View and Refine Your Search Terms

  • 4 UC Berkeley students launch SF Food Friends in response to COVID-19 pandemic

    April 03, 2020 |

    The Daily Californian |

    Text |

    Under 800 Words

    Response Location: United States, San Francisco, California

    Grad students in the Bay Area concerned about the impacts of the coronavirus created a platform that matches at-risk residents with low-risk residents to deliver necessities like groceries and prescriptions. The group is partnering not only with large grocery stores but also with those smaller shops struggling to stay afloat.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • Amid a global pandemic, kindness prevails over fear through mutual aid funds

    April 03, 2020 |

    USC Annenberg Media |

    Text |

    Under 800 Words

    Response Location: United States, Berkeley, California

    Mutual aid programs that connect those in need with funds or assistance have launched across the nation as a means for many to navigate the closures caused by the coronavirus pandemic. For university students, these donations are helping to fill an economic gap that will still persist for many despite federal stimulus funds.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • Digitale Kontrolle, staatliche Fürsorge: Was wir von Singapurs Corona-Kurs lernen können

    April 03, 2020 |

    Focus Online |

    Text |

    800-1500 Words

    Response Location: Singapore

    Singapur hat es geschafft, durch eine frühe und umfassende Reaktion auf das Coronavirus nicht zum nächsten Pandemie-Herd zu werden. Das Land hat aus der Sars-Epidemie 2003 gelernt und bereits frühzeitig damit angefangen, auf Covid-19 zu testen, Reisebeschränkungen zu verhängen und Kontakte zurückzuverfolgen. Das strikte Vorgehen stößt in der Bevölkerung auf Zustimmung.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • Here's how doctors are monitoring more than 350 Delaware coronavirus patients virtually

    April 03, 2020 |

    The News Journal (Delaware Online) |

    Text |

    800-1500 Words

    Response Location: United States, Delaware

    In Delaware, doctors have turned to telehealth amidst the COVID19 pandemic to treat patients safely and remotely. Using systems called ChristianaCare and CarVio, doctors are monitoring more than 350 coronavirus-positive patients, reaching out to them up to four times daily. The platforms are also being used for individuals without COVID19, who need to see a doctor for other reasons, but don’t want to risk visiting in person.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • Local banks step up in the fight to keep Covid-19 economic calamity at bay

    April 03, 2020 |

    The Philadelphia Citizen |

    Text |

    1500-3000 Words

    Response Location: United States, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Throughout the economic crash of 2008, banks were "vilified" for their response, but as the economy again teeters on crashing during the coronavirus pandemic, regulators have been able to be proactive in their approach. While several banks are making financial contributions to philanthropies, and public health efforts or creating relief funds, others have agreed to temporary forbearance on certain types of loans which enables "local business owners and workers to defer payments without penalty to the end of their loan terms."

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • Restaurants Need Income, Families Need Food. Two Marylanders Are Helping Both At Once

    April 03, 2020 |

    NPR |

    Radio |

    Under 3 Minutes

    Response Location: United States, Silver Spring, Maryland

    With businesses and families alike hurting during the pandemic, one nonprofit is helping both by buying meals from local restaurants and delivering them to families in need. People who have been stuck at home but want to help their community nonetheless, have donated enough to provide 3,000 meals and almost $30,000 in revenue for local businesses. While the effort isn't a silver bullet, families and business owners are grateful for the help.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • From limoncello to lemon-scented hand sanitizer

    April 03, 2020 |

    The Eagle-Tribune |

    Text |

    Under 800 Words

    Response Location: United States, Salem, New Hampshire

    To avoid laying off employees during the coronavirus pandemic, a New Hampshire small business that manufactured hard lemonade and liquors turned their operation into producing hand sanitizer for first responders. Although many distilleries have implemented this practice, this company's new endeavor has still already fulfilled orders from "hospitals and first responders, including the Massachusetts State Trooper Association."

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • This Is What The South Korean Government Comfort Package For Quarantined People Looks Like

    April 03, 2020 |

    Bored Panda |

    Multi-Media |

    Under 800 Words

    Response Location: South Korea

    As told through the words of citizens on social media, this article lays out a number of ways the government of South Korean has been able to contain the virus. A notable thing is the care package mailed to everyone, containing hygiene essentials such as face masks and hand sanitizer, fresh produce, quarantine garbage disposal instructions, and a letter expressing concern for people’s well being. This cuts down on people in quarantine leaving home to shop for essentials. Other tactics include rapid testing and follow-up with infected patients.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • Kreuzweg statt Gottesdienst

    April 03, 2020 |

    Weser-Kurier |

    Text |

    Under 800 Words

    Response Location: Germany, Bremen

    Obwohl das Osterfest eines der wichtigsten Feste der christlichen Kirche darstellt, muss es in diesem Jahr wegen des Coronavirus ausfallen. Eine Gemeinde in Bremen hat sich eine Alternative unter freiem Himmel überlegt: ein Kreuzweg.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • With Nothing To 'Fall Back On,' Santa Monica College Food Giveaway Helps Some Students Survive

    April 03, 2020 |

    LAist |

    Radio |

    Under 3 Minutes

    Response Location: United States, Santa Monica, California

    In the midst of the COVID19 pandemic, California community college, Santa Monica College, organized a pop-up, drive-thru food giveaway for its students. The resources were funded with help from the Santa Monica College Foundation, and each student received non-perishables, ready-to-eat meals, and bakery items.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

Go to All Solutions in Focus