People Doing Good

Stories of people making a difference in the world

Archbishop Desmond Tutu, wearing pink, and smiling with his hands clasped

The World Is Celebrating the Life of Archbishop Desmond Tutu

Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Mpilo Tutu has died at the age of 90.Archbishop Tutu earned the respect and love of millions of South Africans and the world. He carved out a permanent place in their hearts and minds, becoming known affectionately as “The Arch”.
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Afghan refugee family boarding a plane in Afghanistan, surrounded by U.S. military

Best Refugee & Immigration Good News Stories from 2021

We still have so much work to do to ensure refugees have a safe, clear, and simple way to find not only a safe place to call home and have their basic needs met — but a place to thrive, too. It's also true that we made a lot of progress.
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The Best Good News in Sports from 2021

Ted Lasso may tell us to have the memory of a goldfish when it comes to the bad things that happen — but these moments of progress and hope in the sports world in 2021 we never want to forget!
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A teen girl smiling in a science lab

8 Kids Making a Difference & Changing the World

A roundup of the most inspiring youth who found creative ways to make a difference in 2021.
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A screenshot of the Kendall Jenner Pepsi ad, showing her handing a police officer a can of soda

How Brands Are Avoiding 'Kendall Jenner Pepsi Ad' Moments — And Actually Doing Good

We've all seen the cringey misfired ads from brands trying to seem relevant. But some brands are cutting through the noise — and they're doing so by listening to cultural leaders.
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12 LGBTQ+ Good News Stories

This year was filled with progress for the LGBTQ+ community in the United States and globally. We saw that elections matter, representation is increasing, and people are finding creative ways to support queer people around the world.
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7 Pieces of Coronavirus Good News from 2021

As we head into our third year of the COVID-19 pandemic, what hopeful moments can we look back on for a sense of encouragement?
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A Kenyan woman smiles and holds her recycled plastic bricks

12 Good News Stories About Climate Change

The best positive news stories about the environment you may not have heard about.
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16 Positive Good News Stories from December 2021

As we rounded out the year 2021, we're looking back on the best good news stories from December. While this year or this month have been filled with heartbreak, pain, and injustice — there have still been so many stories worth celebrating.
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The 162 Best Good News Stories From 2021

The ultimate list of the best good news stories from the year 2021.
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Emergency response workers in full protective suits prepare to move the body of an Ebola victim as members of a survivors’ group look on in Beni, Democratic Republic of Congo

Ebola Survivors in Congo Are Uniting To Combat Stigma and Misinformation

Survival rates were higher in Congo than in previous outbreaks — thanks to a new vaccine, more effective treatments, and survivors seeking to help their communities
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Members of Water Wise posing for a photo in New Oleans

Black-led Collaborative 'Water Wise' is Stopping Flooding in New Orleans Through Green Infrastructure

Water Wise Gulf South is an environmental outreach collaborative prioritizing the needs of New Orleans residents who have been, and continue to be, most impacted by regular urban flooding caused by heavy rainfall.
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