People Doing Good

Nelson Mandela, the iconic political leader in South Africa who fought against the country's system of racial segregation, is beloved by activists, peacemakers, and justice-seekers around the world. 

One company has a creative solution to food waste and addresses both access and affordability of healthful foods plus the environmental impact of sending food to landfills.

According to data from Google Trends, the search "get a vasectomy" reached its all-time "peak popularity" in June 2022 — almost double the last time the search term peaked, in September 2021. ​​​​​​​​

Fandom Forward is using fan activism, training, and community building to empower fans from across the globe and make the world a better place.

Music has a way of worming into the brain, whether it’s jingles you can’t forget or songs that really resonate. The soundtracks of our lives resonate even more deeply because of the feelings that attach to certain music.

Your simple guide to the hundreds of national and international disability awareness days, weeks, and months.

Giving back connects us to our fellow citizens, breaks up the monotony of life, and brings us a sense of joy and meaning. It even activates the brain’s reward center, lowering stress and helping us feel better.

On 3 November 2021, taxi drivers in New York broke their 15-day hunger strike, to celebrate a debt relief plan involving a city-backed taxi medallion guarantee along with a maximum debt limit of $170,000. Jaslin Kaur was a supporter at the forefront of these protests.

At Benevolence Farm, residents live on site and help produce and sell food. Advocates say it’s a way to address major gaps in the rural justice system.

John Green is a bestselling author, podcaster, avid soccer fan, and popular YouTube creator. In 2014, he was named one of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World.

As some lawmakers extend thoughts and prayers, firearms continue to impose a greater toll on Black communities

A California school teacher wanted to create a summer reading program for Black students. It turned into an affirming space connecting students around the state.