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A new approach to ending gender-based violence against women is putting pressure on men to step up

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White Ribbon Day is an annual campaign dedicated to ending violence against women and girls, and they’ve discovered a novel approach.
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Women-directed films dropped 8% in 2025. Here are 7 recent releases you can watch to support female filmmakers

According to the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative, women directed only 8.1% of Hollywood's top films in 2025. They need exposure more than ever.
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What can you, as an individual, actually do about climate change? Meet the woman who will help you figure it out

“Climate Wayfinding,” Dr. Katharine K. Wilkinson’s new book, aims to give everyday people the tools they need to save the world.
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7 Ideas To Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day This Weekend

April 25 is Independent Bookstore Day — a celebration of indie bookshops across the United States! Here are some ways to celebrate the big event.
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People plan to plant 1 trillion trees this decade. A new project aims to ensure these forests survive

Around the world, people plan to plant more than 1 trillion trees this decade in an ambitious effort to slow climate change and reduce biodiversity loss. But ecology experts have one important message for them.
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Jane Goodall has advice for everyone this Earth Day, in rare, never-before-seen interview

In a previously unaired interview, Dr. Jane Goodall talked to environmentalist Dax Dasilva about the importance of small actions and never losing hope.
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Mongabay launches 'Solutions Desk,' sharing good news about what works for the planet

Mongabay has long stood as a trusted independent media organization reporting on nature and climate change, and now, it's expanding its good news bureau.
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She survived an illegal abortion — then changed reproductive care forever

Inspired by her own personal struggles, Sharon Camp transformed reproductive medicine for the better.
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'Native' American Girl dolls are historically inaccurate. So this artist reimagined them for her daughter

Artist Cara Romero has been creating “First” American Girl dolls since 2018.
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