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HIV: The Power of Positive Thinking

Kate Hilpern

April 15, 2014 |

The Independent |

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Response Location: United Kingdom, London

Lisa is one of hundreds of children living in the UK who has lived with HIV her whole life - part of a singular generation born in the 90's, when mother-to-child transmission couldn’t be prevented, but HIV positive babies could survive. The stigmas and challenges faced by this generation are unique, but organizations like CHIVA (Children's HIV Association) are helping to empower them to feel accepted and in control of their lives through activities such as a summer camp that builds community. Lisa now runs workshops for other HIV+ children.

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Dropouts flooding Kent's second-change iGrad school

Claudia Rowe

January 12, 2014 |

The Seattle Times |

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Response Location: United States, Kent, Washington

Cities save money and help kids by connecting them with diploma programs. In Washington, iGrad is helping students do just this – and seeing results.

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Northfield program shrinks Latino achievement gap

Elizabeth Baier

December 12, 2013 |

Minnesota Public Radio |

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Response Location: United States, Northfield, Minnesota

Minnesota schools began a comprehensive program aimed at assisting children of minority groups to successfully navigate the college application process and push them towards higher education.

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Girls Tweeting (Not Twerking) Their Way to Power

Courtney E. Martin

September 04, 2013 |

The New York Times |

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Response Location: United States, New York, New York

Sexual assault, rape, and sexism are social problems that young women face and many feel powerless to create change. Non-profit organizations such as SPARK and WAM have trained teenage girls to be advocates for themselves. Online campaigns and social media have also made teenage girls feel empowered to express themselves and make social change.

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Even Odds: A Place Apart

Jill Tucker

August 18, 2013 |

San Francisco Chronicle |

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Response Location: United States, Oakland, California

Young black males in Oakland are suspended more frequently and graduate high school at a much lower rate than their peers. A charter school specifically designed for African American boys focuses on providing them with role models to create a supportive environment, combat the effects of trauma, and push them to succeed.

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Even Odds Day 2: Manhood 101

Jill Tucker

August 18, 2013 |

San Francisco Chronicle |

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Response Location: United States, Oakland, California

In Oakland, black males are almost as likely to be killed as they are to graduate high school. One school is giving them special classes with black mentors to better address their emotional needs and keep them in school.

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Jamaica Fights to Break Grip of Violent Past

Damien Cave

August 17, 2013 |

The New York Times |

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Response Location: Jamaica

Marking a departure from other countries in the Caribbean and Central and South America, Jamaica has seen its crime rate fall after many years of lawlessness. A combination of factors helped bring this about, including putting resources toward combatting corruption, fostering community policing and also seeking help from outsiders to strengthen institutions. Progress may be tenuous if drug trafficking is pushed out elsewhere and lands in Jamaica, however many are optimistic permanent change has taken root.

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Mentoring Students to Prevent the ‘Summer Slide'

Peg Tyre

August 07, 2013 |

The New York Times |

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Response Location: United States, New York, New York

Many students doing poorly in school are not doing poorly enough to go to city-mandated summer school - yet they will likely fall further behind their peers during the summer. A summer school program in New York City is having success with these kids – employing 11-year-olds as teachers.

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Young Movers, With a Passion for Change

David Bornstein

May 01, 2013 |

The New York Times |

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Response Location: United States, Boston, Massachusetts

Young people are often viewed as needing protection or needing correction. However, a Boston organization is creating young peacemakers and powerful change makers by taking kids seriously and giving them the tools to act on their ideas.

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Helping Where Help Is Wanted

Tina Rosenberg

January 10, 2012 |

The New York Times |

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Response Location: United States, New York, New York

Vacant positions exist in many employment sectors, including in education and in hospitals. ReServe is a program that joins retired professionals to part-time paid positions in non-profits to perform duties. A controversy has emerged that suggests these positions should be paid at a professional-rate salary.

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