Ways to Make a Difference

The best ways to get involved and take action

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The power to save the planet is inside us all — how to get past despair to powerful action on climate change

How well people exercise their agency will determine the severity of global warming — and its consequences.
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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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It’s the bee's needs: Study reveals best plants for bee health and conservation

A new study analyzed pollen from 57 North American plant species, identifying those most nutritionally beneficial for bees, which could inform conservation efforts and wildflower restoration projects.
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13 Ways To Celebrate Earth Month

Earth Month is a month-long celebration that kicks off on April 1st. We’ve put together the best ideas and activities to help you meaningfully celebrate it...
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Three smartphone screens display Instagram profiles emphasizing the use of pronouns: the first profile shows "Jonathan Van Ness they/them/she," the second "Emma Watson she/her," and the third "ALOK they/them." Each profile includes a profile picture, username, and additional personal information or links.

How To Add Pronouns To Your Instagram Profile

A quick and easy guide to adding pronouns on your Instagram profile — and the pronoun options currently available on the platform.
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3 Ways To (Actually) Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day

It's important we don't reduce Martin Luther King Jr. Day to a “day off” or a quote on social media.
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The "5" R's: Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Recycle, Rot, Resist

Only 9% of plastic waste produced from 1950–2015 was recycled. A waste hierarchy urges individuals to only resort to recycling when necessary.
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22 Best Places To Donate New & Gently Used Toys To Kids in Need

By donating gently your used toys, you can not only help children in need but also reduce waste.
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How To Stay Informed About Global Crises Without Doom-Scrolling

With humanitarian crises all around the globe, it's hard to stay informed without drowning in information. Here are a few tips.
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10 Ways To Empower Women and Girls

A comprehensive list of ways you can empower women and young girls in your life, whether it is at home, at work, and in your community.
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Suicide Prevention Week: 18 Ways To Take Action

With events, screenings, activities, and more, Suicide Prevention Week is a catalyst for us to learn more, seek help, offer support, and open our hearts and minds to vulnerable conversations.
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37 Best Ways To Help Animals in Need

Whether it’s shelter pets, homeless or abandoned pets, wild animals, or your own pet that you’re passionate about, we’ve rounded up dozens of ways you can make a difference.
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