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  • The Bitter Side of Cocoa Production

    February 13, 2020 |

    Sapiens |

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    Over 3000 Words

    Response Location: Dominican Republic

    Carla Martin is an anthropologist at Harvard University, who also founded the Nine Cacao and Chocolate Institute — a nonprofit that brings together industry professionals, academics, and producers to share insights and discuss the challenges of producing chocolate. Cocoa production historically has participated in questionable labor practices, unfair wages, and tropical deforestation, so through her workshops, Martin aims to empower the workers along the supply chain to ensure their voices are heard through the process.

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  • Meet Pakistan's Barefoot Entrepreneurs

    February 13, 2020 |

    Pioneers Post |

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    1500-3000 Words

    Response Location: Pakistan, Sindh

    Pakistan's poorest citizens, who previously panhandled for their basic needs, were launched onto an entrepreneurial path by the Heritage Foundation Pakistan. Eight impoverished communities have been trained in the craft of glazed tile work and terracotta art to lift the participants out of poverty. The program also created a market of interdependence, so the villages can purchase goods from one another, freeing them from relying on cities for their livelihood.

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  • The Green Miles

    February 13, 2020 |

    The Washington Post |

    Multi-Media |

    Over 3000 Words

    Response Location: United States, Kentucky

    After strip-mining for coal devastated Kentucky’s forests and planting grass didn’t revive Appalachia’s ecosystems, a federal employee reversed course and spearheaded an ambitious reforestation effort. By planting trees on used mine land, Patrick Angel and his nonprofit Green Forests Work are providing employment for out-of-work miners and are helping prevent frequent flooding. They have planted more than 187 million trees on about 275,000 acres of former min

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  • Sisters of Medical Missionaries of Mary provide free surgery to fistula patients

    February 13, 2020 |

    Global Sisters Report |

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    Response Location: Nigeria, Uyo, Akwa Ibom

    In Nigeria, many women who develop fistulas don't seek help due to lack of access to quality health care in the region, but Sisters of Medical Missionaries of Mary have opened a free clinic to help fill the gap. The clinic not only provides necessary medical procedures but also conducts regular community outreach campaigns to identify women who may be suffering and educate others how to identify and prevent the condition.

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  • How America's shrinking cities can 'rightsize'

    February 13, 2020 |

    The Guardian |

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    Response Location: United States

    Once-bustling cities contend with population decline by rethinking their use of space for those who remain. Baltimore, New Bedford, and Youngstown have implemented strategies that range from knocking down abandoned houses and factories to developing community gardens and creating public waterfront spaces. Racial and class tensions have arisen when choosing where to spend limited government funding.

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  • Rome's ‘invisible' immigrants offer an alternative view of the Eternal City

    February 12, 2020 |

    Equal Times |

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    Response Location: Italy, Rome

    Guide Invisibili is an audio storytelling initiative by Laboratorio 53 that increases understanding of Rome’s refugee and immigrant communities. 40 young people, who left their home countries due to conflicts and instability, record their perceptions of the city and point out similarities between life in their home cities and Rome. The free audio tours include moderated discussions with the storytellers and are opportunities to break down barriers, especially with anti-immigrant sentiments and racially motivated attacks increasing. Despite not being well known, 2,500 people have participated.

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  • In solving high costs of childcare, Alberta should look to Quebec

    February 12, 2020 |

    St. Albert Today |

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    Response Location: Canada, Quebec, Quebec

    By expanding childcare access and reducing costs, Quebec has seen a steep increase in the percentage of women actively involved in its workforce. Could this system, which has been financially sustainable as a result of the increase in the number of employees paying taxes, work in other parts of Canada?

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  • Preventable Cancer Death Rate Falls In Litchfield And Windham Counties; Comprehensive, Accessible Care Cited

    February 12, 2020 |

    Connecticut Health Investigative Team |

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    Response Location: United States, Litchfield, Connecticut

    Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute in Connecticut has expanded its reach to specifically target rural communities, which has played a role in the declining rates of “potentially preventable” cancer deaths. Both employing foreign-born doctors who have specific specialities and who better align with the demographics of the counties and creating clinics that are inclusive of all necessary testing and treatment have helped bridge a gap in care for those living outside of major cities.

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  • The long walk back to yourself: How this hospital revolutionised rural rehabilitation

    February 12, 2020 |

    Bhekisisa |

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    Response Location: South Africa, Madwaleni

    At Madwaleni Hospital's rehabilitation ward in South Africa, medical professionals and physical therapists are using what is known as block therapy to better help individuals who are living with a disability. Rather than individuals visiting the hospital at frequent, regular intervals, the healthcare workers here to see the patients for one-week periods less frequently. This doesn't just cut down on barriers, such as the cost of care and lack of transportation, but has also been shown to help individuals better retain the rehabilitation lessons and recover faster.

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  • Mellionnec, le village breton qui résiste à la désertification

    February 12, 2020 |

    Le Pélerin |

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    800-1500 Words

    Response Location: France

    Grâce à l'installation d'un festival du film documentaire, ce village s'est redynamisé et gagne du terrain face à la désertification.

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