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Out of Debtors' Prison, With Law as the Key

Tina Rosenberg

March 27, 2015 |

The New York Times |

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Response Location: United States, Norwalk, Ohio

Rampant misconduct by judicial systems across the country brought to light a crippling practice of debtors' prisons—where disadvantaged individuals unable to pay fines and fees were continually and wrongfully imprisoned, creating a vicious cycle. The American Civil Liberties Union stepped in to work with governments and private companies to increase transparency, eliminate abuse, and reeducate law enforcement officials. The state of Ohio has emerged as a leader in reforming debtors' prisons, though there is still work to do.

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How Former Prisoners are Set up to Fail, Especially if They're Women

Jean Friedman-Rudovsky

February 25, 2015 |

Cosmopolitan |

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Response Location: United States, Los Angeles, California

A Department of Justice study reported that about 75 percent of those released in 2005 were rearrested, and women prisoners often have a harder time re-entering society after release. A New Way of Life (ANWOL) is a Los Angeles transitional living facility that has helped more than 750 women stay out of prison by offering housing, case management, mental health and substance treatment, and job training.

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Undocumented students at UC Davis find a safe haven

Emily Wilson

October 31, 2014 |

Latino USA |

Podcast |

5-15 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Davis, California

Undocumented students face unique legal hurdles and obstacles, as well as feelings of fear and shame. To help, the University of California Davis opened up a resource center that is just for undocumented students. They not only have a space for themselves, but also have professional and academic support. “I feel like there is a place for me here.” The director of the center is already getting inquiries from other universities that want to replicate the model.

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Is the co-op the future of housing affordability?

Susanne Schindler

October 01, 2014 |

Places Journal |

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Over 3000 Words

Response Location: United States

There is an escalating housing affordability crisis in America, where even the middle and creative classes are having difficulty finding somewhere they can afford to live. A possible solution could be cooperative housing as explained through several examples around the world where this method has been used.

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Freedom University

Elly Yu

August 01, 2014 |

Latino USA |

Podcast |

5-15 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Atlanta, Georgia

About half the states in the US don’t allow undocumented students to receive in-state tuition. In Georgia, a state law banned undocumented students from enrolling in the top five universities in the state. In response, three University of Georgia professors created “Freedom University.” “Here, we’re working together because we’re struggling together.” Students don’t get course credit, but they get SAT prep, and recommendation letters. Many have gone on to attend university out of the state.

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When Poverty Makes You Sick, a Lawyer Can Be the Cure

Tina Rosenberg

July 17, 2014 |

The New York Times |

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Response Location: United States, Cincinnati, Ohio

Being poor can make you sick because of where you work, live and eat. Medical-legal partnerships, in hospitals U.S. cities, are attacking these social determinants through legal aid to the poor, often class-action lawsuits.

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How Brazil Absorbed a Million Visitors Without Enough Hotel Rooms

Gregory Scruggs

July 11, 2014 |

Next City |

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Response Location: Brazil, Rio de Janeiro

Despite pushback from the hospitality sector, Brazil's Rio de Janeiro worked around their short-term housing limitations for the 2014 World Cup by taking advantage of Airbnb and other short-term, local rental options. These alternative stay options allowed visitors to stay within city limits without paying unaffordable hotel bills.

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Call him 'Minimum Mike' if you like, but this Barrow judge is trying something new

Kyle Hopkins

June 12, 2014 |

Anchorage Daily News |

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Response Location: United States, Barrow, Alaska

People affected by fetal alcohol syndrome disorder are more likely to be convicted. In Alaska, one court provides convicts with FASD counselors and patience, making the court system more equitable and hoping to reduce recidivism.

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In World's Best-Run Economy, House Prices Keep Falling - Because That's What House Prices Are Supposed To Do

Emonn Fingleton

February 02, 2014 |

Forbes |

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Under 800 Words

Response Location: Germany, Berlin

More than many countries in the world, the German government steps in to regulate housing in order to ensure housing remains affordable while the economy booms. Local officials monitor housing scams and unfair selling prices, making it easier - and cheaper - for residents to rent and buy homes.

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A Court's All-Hands Approach Aids Girls Most at Risk

Patricia Leigh Brown

January 28, 2014 |

The New York Times |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Oakland, California

Girls Court brings an all-hands-on-deck approach to the lives of vulnerable girls, linking them to social service agencies, providing informal Saturday sessions on everything from body image to legal jargon, and offering a team of adults in whom they can develop trust.

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