People Doing Good

Stories of people making a difference in the world

Panoramic view of Brno, Czech Republic

This Czech City Is Modeling How Communities Can Support Migrant Populations

The city of Brno’s growing migrant population had been mostly served by NGOs. It wasn’t enough. So the city brought the work in-house.
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Sidney Poitier with his arms out on stage in “A Raisin in the Sun” in New York

Celebrating the Life of Actor Sidney Poitier, Whose Representation of Black People In Film Helped Change Racist Perceptions

Hollywood royalty and elder statesman of the silver screen, Bahamian-American actor Sidney Poitier, whose trailblazing work in the 1950s and '60s helped break color barriers, died at 94.
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Stamma Logo in Color

This Organization Is Helping End the Stigma Around Stuttering

The stigma of stuttering often causes insecurity for those it affects, especially the adult population — that’s what STAMMA is working to change.
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Jane Goodall Hope and Optimism Quote: I do have reasons for hope: our clever brains, the resilience of nature, the indomitable human spirit, and above all, the commitment of young people when they're empowered to take action.

51 Best Quotes About Optimism — From Optimists

There’s an interesting nuance to be found in the difference between hope and optimism. Read these quotes to learn more and get inspired
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Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka portrait

Uganda's 'Dr. Gladys' Honored by U.N. For Work Linking Conservation and Health

The United Nations on December 7th recognized Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka as one of its “champions of the Earth” for promoting the One Health approach to conservation in Africa.
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A group of teenagers wear orange vests and work on an environmental project

Youth Councils' Are Playing a Big Role In Saving Cities From Climate Change

Across the American Southwest, youth councils are advising cities on sustainability -- and holding mayors to account.
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Rational Compassion

Why You Should Choose 'Rational Compassion' Over Empathy

What if empathy itself is not inherently a good tool — but rather a tool that has the potential to be good.
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Tools and parts at a volunteer bike repair shop

Bike Kitchens: Community-run Repair Workshops Are Building the Culture of Cycling

Bike kitchens offer tools, second-hand parts and bikes, and convivial help with repairs. They are also hubs for community development.
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Quote: Activism is my rent for living on the planet. — Alice Walker

34 Best Quotes About Activism — By Activists

The best quotes from famous activists about making a difference in the world. Plus, downloadable social media graphics and phone backgrounds.
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k-pop group BTS

K-pop & BTS Fans Are Shaping Politics & Social Justice for Good

K-pop fans are a force for good to be reckoned with.
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Archbishop Desmond Tutu addressing a crowd about climate change

Prayers, Petitions, & Boycotts: Desmond Tutu's Climate Activism

Following the death of South African anti-apartheid and peace icon Archbishop Desmond Tutu, here are some of the ways he also advocated for a healthy planet
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Amanda Gorman in her yellow coat at the 2021 presidential inauguration

34 Best Amanda Gorman Quotes on Light, Hope, and Change

Discover poet Amanda Gorman’s best quotes and excerpts from poems to leave you feeling more energized and hopeful.
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