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War reporter Jane Ferguson puts on a helmet over a protective "Press" vest

She spent 15 years as a war correspondent. Now, she's changing the way journalists report on crisis

Jane Ferguson has led the way for women war reporters. Now, she’s changing war reporting for everyone.
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A teen girl hands a piece of paper to a driver in a vehicle at a school pickup line

Texas teen leads 'Know Your Rights' crusade for immigrant families in her school district

Shortly into the second Trump presidency and ramping up of Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids, the eighth grader wanted to make a difference.
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A crowd of people hold up signs and Iranian flags as they attend a women's rights protest.

These organizations have been fighting for democracy and equality in Iran for years

The fight for democracy and equal rights in Iran has been hard-fought for decades. That fight continues even as U.S.-Israeli strikes set off the Iran war.
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Homeless encampments on a city sidewalk

Criminalizing homelessness isn't the answer. But these 3 proven interventions are

A recent study found that there was actually a 2.2% average increase in unsheltered homelessness in cities that implemented criminalization ordinances, compared to those that didn’t.
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Kerwin Pittman, a black man in a suit with a blue collared shirt underneath, stands in front of the barbed-wire fence of a correctional facility, smiling

Former inmate buys prison to create housing and job training for other ex-convicts: 'From prison to purpose'

Kerwin Pittman is making history by turning an abandoned North Carolina correctional facility into a transitional housing development for other formerly incarcerated community members.
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A hand places a ballot into a box

We can prevent elections from being stolen. Here's how, according to a human rights expert

By learning from other countries, the United States can prepare for safe and fair elections.
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TED's Audacious Project raises millions from donors to boost safe abortion and prevent 22.6M unintended pregnancies

This is the first time TED’s Audacious Project has invested in an organization specifically focused on abortion access and care.
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Icons of things to celebrate for International Women's Day: business, sports, healthcare, science, filmmaking, engineering, innovation, STEM — all in the color purple, to represent the color theme

17 Ways to Celebrate International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day is an annual celebration of the contributions of women around the world. We’ve put together the best ideas to help you celebrate on March 8th.
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Pink silhouettes of faces of women

30+ Activities To Celebrate Women's History Month

Women’s History Month is a month-long celebration that kicks off on March 1st. We’ve put together the best ideas and activities to help you meaningfully celebrate it...
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A group of Minnesotans sing in the streets, carrying protest signs

Singing Resistance to lead nationwide 'day of song.' Here's when the big event is — and what you need to know

The activist group has gained popularity in the wake of ICE occupation in Minnesota, with singing chapters popping up across the country.
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Richard Kiley, a 60-year-old man in a black long-sleeve shirt, stands in front of the Olympic rings

Official 'Olympics Dad' invites US women's hockey team to his house to celebrate after White House drama

Richard Kiley, Milan’s “Official Dad Correspondent,” joins Flavor Flav in celebrating the U.S. women’s hockey team.
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Red TED letters on stage in front of a purple bokeh background

TED's Audacious Project gives $1B to nonprofits working to solve 'humanity's biggest problems'

From cleaning up ocean plastic to preventing homelessness, the new cohort of fellows receives funding necessary to execute their world-changing work.
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