People Doing Good

Stories of people making a difference in the world

View of the Minnesota State Capitol building.

How one state's new 'Civility Caucus' aims to bridge partisan divides

Launched in 2017 after a workshop on building trust through civil discourse at an annual legislative conference, this model is designed to bring members of the state House and Senate together across the aisle.
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Quote Graphic: “You don’t change the world with the ideas in your mind, but with the conviction in your heart.” — Bryan Stevenson

These are the 17 best humanitarian quotes from famous world-changers

The ultimate collection of quotes from leading humanitarians — reminding us that we can each make a difference. 
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Variation of the World Humanitarian Day logo: A heart with continents in it

12 Ideas To Celebrate World Humanitarian Day

More than ever, the world needs humanitarian support — and those who step up to serve that role deserve our support.
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The Capitol Building in Washington, DC is seen from across the water

A Black woman has spent decades helping make the Democratic Party more inclusive, and now she’s leading this week’s convention.

For Minyon Moore, decades of work are culminating in a party gathering that had to be redone at the last minute, one that will highlight Kamala Harris as the first woman of color to be a major party’s presidential nominee.
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A photo collage of an illustration of a Narcan sensor implant, an aerial view of a Banyan tree, a lab-grown starfish, an aerial view of 3D-printed houses, and Neffy, the first FDA-approved non-injectable drug for severe allergic reactions

Good News This Week: August 17, 2024 - Starfish, Sensors, & Trees

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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Left to right: baby pronghorn antelope walks in new Minnesota Zoo habitat, baby pronghorn antelope is bottlefed

When a baby antelope was left stranded, this vet drove it cross-country to join a new type of herd

The fawn followed a dog home when it was lost in the wild. Then the dog's owners turned to WSU for help.
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Palm tree silhouettes on a beach

Hawaii youth force state to commit to decarbonizing entire transportation network

The historic agreement comes two years after 13 youth plaintiffs sued the state Department of Transportation.
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Olivia Rodrigo sings on stage wearing a cropped white tank top with the word "Vote" in red letters.

Olivia Rodrigo encourages fans to vote in presidential election at sold-out concert

Fans encouraged to register to vote at tables throughout the LA venue, or via links shared by Rodrigo’s team on social media.
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Three images from left to right: Weatherman Nate Byrne has his hands clasped together as he says: "Lisa, maybe I could hand it back to you." Lisa Miller says, "You certainly can, Nate." Nate says: "I'm actually going to need to stop for a second."

A weatherman had a panic attack on live TV in a now-viral clip. Then his coworkers swooped in.

Nate Byrne has had multiple panic attacks on air over the last two years, and his coworkers never fail to step in to help.
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Selena Gomez sits in a classroom with three high schoolers, laughing

New $10 million Selena Gomez, Google initiative will compensate teachers who take mental health trainings

The new $10 million investment will support teachers who provide mental health help to students across the country.
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Taylor Swift and a famous city street in Vienna Austria, outside the Opera House

Taylor Swift fans find community along Vienna's 'Cornelia Street' following terror plot

In the face of a gig-canceling terror threat, Swifties have made the most of their time together in Vienna, Austria.
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