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  • The Newton experiment: How a rural Kansas weekly newspaper refreshed an outdated business model

    Kevin Simpson

    October 02, 2023 |

    The Colorado Sun |

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    Response Location: United States, Newton, Kansas

    In an age where small, rural newspapers are shrinking and disappearing, local paper Harvey County Now started engaging more with its audience to find ways to better meet their news needs to keep money flowing and the newspaper afloat. From sending out e-newsletters, hosting local events and launching a premium membership program called Press Club, which grants access to benefits like concert tickets and exclusive events, Harvey County Now managed to increase its profits while simultaneously keeping its audience and print paper intact.

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  • North County nonprofits help stranded migrants

    Samantha Nelson

    September 19, 2023 |

    The Coast News Group |

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    Response Location: United States, Oceanside, California

    Several community members and nonprofit organizations like Interfaith Community Services and the North County Rapid Response Network are joining forces to provide aid to the hundreds of migrants being dropped off at local transit centers. So far, the organizations and volunteers have helped 177 people access food, water, clothing, shelter, medical support and other resources like language support and reunification for families that have been separated.

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  • Greater Cleveland Congregations is reaching "depressed" voters

    Frank W. Lewis

    September 15, 2023 |

    Signal Cleveland |

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    Response Location: United States, Cleveland, Ohio

    Through the Better for Democracy campaign, which is organized by Greater Cleveland Congregations, neighborhood “captains” are tasked with contacting low-propensity voters in their area at least five times each with phone calls, door-knocking, texts, a printed voters’ guide, and a follow-up thank you call. This relational approach to organizing resulted in 56 percent of those who were contacted showing up to vote in 2022, as compared to a 30 percent turnout rate for the city as a whole.

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  • Kensington residents are using Park Friends groups to advocate for their parks. Here's how the groups work.

    Siani Colon

    September 07, 2023 |

    Kensington Voice |

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    Response Location: United States, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Through the Park Friends Network, local volunteer groups work to preserve public spaces in their neighborhood and communicate with the city about needed repairs or improvements. More than 140 Park Friends groups have formed in Philadelphia, with many hosting events such as cleanup days, school supply giveaways, and neighborhood meet-and-greets.

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  • Landless Workers Fight for Fair Food

    Nicole Froio

    August 31, 2023 |

    Yes! Magazine |

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    Response Location: Brazil

    The Landless Workers Movement in Brazil is fighting for land access for rural workers and is breaking up unequal land monopolies by squatting on privately-owned vacant land. This practice attracts the attention of the federal government, which assesses whether it can buy the land and provide it to the movement to live and farm on.

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  • “I wish it were this easy for everyone out there”: How digital platforms are reshaping rental experiences in Tanzania

    Mweha Msemo

    August 30, 2023 |

    Minority Africa |

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    Response Location: Tanzania

    In response to a lack of action from local government, individuals are turning to digital platforms like WhatsApp and Facebook groups to avoid scammers and price gouging in the rental industry. These groups have thousands of members and allow landlords and tenants to interact directly without middlemen interfering and charging unnecessary fees.

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  • TatoHub: Community spaces across Ukraine help families cope with the psychological challenges of war

    Alice Smahina

    August 23, 2023 |

    Рубрика (Rubryka) |

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    Response Location: Ukraine

    Rubryka tells the story of a fishing club that turned into a non-governmental organization that helped Ukrainians evacuate from the Donetsk region, collects humanitarian aid, and now provides psychological and other support to displaced people in various communities of Ukraine.

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  • "The path will teach everything:" Ukrainian travelers raise money for the army by hiking

    Alice Smahina

    August 23, 2023 |

    Рубрика (Rubryka) |

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    Response Location: Ukraine

    Activists in Ukraine have been hiking long distances to raise money for war efforts while sharing about their experiences on social media along the way to increase awareness and spread the word about the fundraisers. One hiker collected ₴260,000 for a drone after traveling roughly 783 kilometers, while another raised ₴720,000 to support soldiers and children who have lost limbs in the conflict.

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  • How this youth group redefined voter engagement in Adamawa

    Yahuza Bawage

    August 21, 2023 |

    Prime Progress |

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    Response Location: Nigeria, Adamawa

    The nonprofit YIAGA Africa is increasing voter participation in general elections by providing grants to youth across Nigera looking to launch their own voter engagement projects. The grant recipients help people register to vote, run awareness campaigns, and work with local organizations.

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  • Nonprofits work to fill in gap to provide food to migrants

    Noorulain Khawaja

    August 18, 2023 |

    Spectrum News 1 New York |

    Broadcast TV News |

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    Response Location: United States, Poughkeepsie, New York

    Community food organization Fareground is providing free meal donations to migrant men staying in nearby hotels. The group is providing fresh produce and hot meals to those in need as the local government works to push the Biden administration to expedite work authorization for migrants.

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