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  • A better way to investigate rape

    December 09, 2018 |

    Minnesota Star Tribune |

    Multi-Media |

    1500-3000 Words

    Response Location: United States, West Valley City, Utah

    In West Valley City, Utah, the police department has transformed how they handle sex crimes. Department reforms include mandatory training on trauma, required testing of all rape kits, and the development of a set of guidelines to use when questioning victims – all of which shifting their focus towards justice and healing. The reforms have led to sharp increases in cases prosecuted and convicted and even changes in legislation statewide.

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  • After terror: how local governments can improve security without repression

    December 07, 2018 |

    Apolitical |

    Text |

    Under 800 Words

    Response Location: Germany

    Though many people traditionally think of a tension between security and civil liberties, but local governments in Germany are practicing ways to safeguard against terrorism without trampling their citizen's rights. By knowing their problem, encouraging civic participation, and focusing on the roots of the problem like social and economic inequality, these German mayors are improving security without sacrificing human rights.

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  • With eyes on COP24 in Poland, a Dutch success story offers inspiration

    December 07, 2018 |

    Open Canada |

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    1500-3000 Words

    Response Location: Netherlands

    With national governments around the world dragging their feet when it comes to honoring their commitments to curb carbon emissions, some citizens are finding success in court. In 2015, a coalition of unlikely Dutch citizens, including a DJ, entrepreneurs and national weathermen, successfully sued the Dutch government for endangering them by not cutting gas emissions enough. The court then ruled that the Netherlands had to cut the nation’s emissions by 25% below 1990 levels by 2020.

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  • How Atlanta Is Turning Ex-Cons Into Urban Farmers

    December 06, 2018 |

    Politico |

    Multi-Media |

    Over 3000 Words

    Response Location: United States, Atlanta, Georgia

    An entrepreneur and activist in Atlanta, GA runs an urban farm and employs former prisoners in an attempt to tackle Georgia's incarceration and recidivism problems. The program, called Gangstas to Growers, employs folks regardless of previous experience and aims to keep up with the rapidly gentrifying community.

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  • A New LIFE: Helping Refugees Become Food Entrepreneurs

    December 05, 2018 |

    Culinary Backstreets |

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    800-1500 Words

    Response Location: Turkey, Istanbul

    For refugees fleeing Syria, a new career path is possible: become a food entrepreneur. A program in Turkey provides Syrians and other refugee groups with basic entrepreneurial skills, as well as access to mentors and a commercial kitchen. Food can sustain jobs while also bringing people together.

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  • Investigating Hate

    December 01, 2018 |

    Harper's Magazine |

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    Over 3000 Words

    Response Location: United States, New York, New York

    Since 2002, New York City’s Hate Crime Task Force (HCTF) has solved every single hate crime homicide and gang assault. While hate crimes are notoriously difficult to investigate and prosecute, the HCTF has developed methods like predictive models and alternative questioning tactics that strengthen their work. The unit has had strong support from marginalized communities, but now under new leadership, the sustainability of their successes are being called into question.

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  • Austria's rural programs are integrating migrants — but can the gains last?

    November 30, 2018 |

    Apolitical |

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    800-1500 Words

    Response Location: Austria

    Programs in upper Austria have helped immigrants integrate into rural communities. Regional-interkulturell.kompetent (RIKK) and Heimat=Sharing engage both newcomers and locals at schools, companies, and social clubs to build intercultural communication and dispel fear and stigma.

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  • Artist Installs Bells Throughout Oakland that Detect Air Pollution

    November 30, 2018 |

    Hyperallergic |

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    800-1500 Words

    Response Location: United States, Oakland, California

    Installed throughout Oakland, Rosten Woo’s sculptures consist of bells that chime at quicker frequency the more particulate is present in the air. Through this means, Woo make air quality data visible and pushes for environmental justice.

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  • Evangelicals Working To Stop Climate Change

    November 29, 2018 |

    Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB) |

    Radio |

    Over 15 Minutes

    Response Location: United States, Portland, Oregon

    Portland-based NGO, Micah Challenge USA, uses scripture to reach Evangelicals about climate change. The organization partners with legislation-making initiatives, travels to Christian colleges, and contacts national and local leaders urging them to join the Climate Solutions Caucus. Underpinning every initiative is a core strategy: climate change is causing people to suffer, especially those that are experiencing poverty, and as Christians, they are called to help the poor and end their suffering.

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  • On college campuses, planning for a post-Millennial future

    November 28, 2018 |

    The Christian Science Monitor |

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    800-1500 Words

    Response Location: United States, Baltimore, Maryland

    The University of Maryland - Baltimore County is known for its higher number of masters and doctoral graduates of color, and for having the greatest number of black graduates with a combined MD-PhD in the country. The school has made a concerted effort to acknowledge the changing demographics of college students and is leading university-specific efforts to promote and support diversity.

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