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How Utah Keeps the American Dream Alive

Megan McArdle

March 28, 2017 |

Bloomberg |

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Over 3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Salt Lake City, Utah

In many parts of the United States, people struggle with economic mobility and achieving the American Dream. Salt Lake City’s rate of economic mobility is at the highest in the country. An investigative journalist explores the Mormon-influenced structure of charitable giving and various social factors that have created this socio-economic anomaly, and discovers that compassionate conservatism and some government welfare programs have contributed to the state being a unique case.

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Jerusalem Jews and Arabs bond over backgammon

Abigail Klein Leichman

March 19, 2017 |

Israel21c |

Multi-Media |

800-1500 Words

Response Location: Israel, Jerusalem

The Middle East has long been the site of conflict, but 'Jerusalem Double' is trying to ease tensions by having people from all backgrounds come together to play in backgammon tournaments. These tournaments have been very successful in sparking empathy, mentorship, discussion and bringing groups together.

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Role play: teaching gender equality in India

Shaifali Agrawal

March 03, 2017 |

Positive.News |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: India

In India gender inequality and stereotype perpetuation have been barriers to reaching equality, Gulika Reddy tried to implement changes and work with adults but these ideas were so firmly entrenched that they could not adjust to other ideology. Thus, she started 'Schools of Equality' where children receive lessons (in their regular schools) and creatively engage in analysis and discussion of gender equality issues in order to help shape more equal perspectives at an earlier age.

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Reclaiming native ground: Can Louisiana's tribes restore their traditional diets as waters rise?

Barry Yeoman

February 09, 2017 |

Food and Environment Reporting Network |

Multi-Media |

1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Louisiana

Tribal areas in Louisiana are suffering from massive land loss due to flooding, which has taken away a lot of food sources and livelihood. In response, the First People's Conservation Council has been created, which includes tribe members, government representatives and nonprofit representatives in order to develop solutions.

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How Mormon Principles and Grassroots Ideals Saved Utah

Colin Woodard

January 18, 2017 |

Politico |

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Over 3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Salt Lake City, Utah

In Salt Lake City, a bipartisan coalition of public and private actors, including members of the business, industrial, religious, political, and civic communities voluntarily came together to pass an ambitious twenty year land use plan. The plan, which conserves water, promotes clean air, and imposes new taxes for new rail lines, was made possible by Envision Utah, a public-private partnership that capitalizes on many Utahns' cultural and religious heritage.

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Uganda's LGBT faith leaders say God's love is unconditional

Barigye Ambrose

November 29, 2016 |

Religion News Service |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: Uganda

In Uganda, religious leaders and anti-gay individuals have been very vocal against the LGBTI community and have disowned many LGBTI religious leaders. This has led some of these leaders to publicly come out and advocate for others and speak of their own experiences, showing the possibility of being LGBTI and religious.

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Wanted: Leaders to Turn Interfaith Conflict Into Trust

David Bornstein

November 29, 2016 |

The New York Times |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States

In New York, hate crimes against Muslims have reached levels not seen since 2001. In response to deep racial divides nationally, the importance of having effective interfaith leaders is more relevant than ever.

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Reconciliation: A Tale of Two Seas

Hebah Fisher Razan Alzayani Lilly Crown

August 27, 2016 |

Kerning Cultures |

Multi-Media |

Over 15 Minutes

Response Location: Bahrain

Sectarian conflict in Bahrain has torn friends and families apart, splitting the country into Sunni versus Shi’a. To soften the divisions, Bahrain Foundation for Reconciliation and Civil Discourse has hosted at least one event every month since its founding in 2012, inviting people from all ideologies to participate. These events include dialogue dinners, seminars, and even exchange trips to Northern Ireland and South Africa to learn about reconciliation experiences in those countries.

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London feels strain of its aggressive fight against extremism

Mila Koumpilova

August 01, 2016 |

Minnesota Star Tribune |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: England, London

Non-profits like Active Change Foundation in London leverage community outreach and personal relationships to intervene on extremist behavior and prevent radical recruitment. But when attempting to partner with the government for resources and funding, they face challenges of credibility, discrimination, and mismanagement. As anti-radicalization efforts are stepped up in the USA, Twin Cities looks to learn from the mistakes and successes of this tricky parity.

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How A Danish Town Helped Young Muslims Turn Away From ISIS

Hanna Rosin

July 15, 2016 |

NPR |

Radio |

Over 15 Minutes

Response Location: Denmark, Aarhus

Muslim youths in Denmark were leaving to join ISIS in Syria, feeling they were being persecuted in Europe. Then the police in Aarhus responded in a completely unexpected way: They apologized.

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