This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Housing programs adopted during the New Deal increased segregation in American cities and towns, creating racial disparities that continue to characterize life in the 21st century, research finds. “New Deal…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Over time, with these elements in place, we have measured substantial reductions in youth drug and alcohol use, with binge drinking and cigarette use down by more than half since…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. The tornadoes that killed dozens Friday and Saturday highlight the importance of local journalism and why we must fight to keep local papers and stations alive, CNN’s Brian Stelter and Paxton Media…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Put simply, of the approximately 746,000 individuals in jail on any given day, most have the right to vote. This is the case for several reasons: Most people in jail have not…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. To ensure that no one is left behind, primary health care must be equitable, resilient, and capable of meeting everyone’s needs. Universal Health Coverage Day is recognized to inspire action…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Participation by youth of color in arts programming can enhance awareness of social injustice and increase engagement in social action, according to a new study. The findings also show that…
Giving Compass’ Take: • The Dance Data Project reveals the leadership gender gap in ballet in the United States and around the world. • What role can can you play in…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Towards the end of November, South Africa’s Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) hosted a virtual masterclass on effective media reporting on gender-based violence (GBV), in the lead up to…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Right now, talking about shopping can seem trite. Yet, to address systemic racism, we need a more just economy. An economy slanted towards white ownership plus discriminatory labor practices perpetuate…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. By design, the health systems of today too often exclude people from care. To ensure communities can access the care they need and deserve, we need system strengthening and system…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Despite the promise of a new administration, immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers still face the threat of detention, deportation and hostile local and state policies. One way undocumented immigrants can…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. A report from the Bipartisan Policy Center and a coalition of nine foundations and public health associations outlines the critical investments needed to modernize the U.S. public health system in the wake…