Voices
A Father's Mission to End Gun Violence After Losing His Family to Islamophobia
Mohammad Abu-Salha's daughters and son-in-law were murdered by a gunman in Chapel Hill, North Carolina in 2015. Since then, changing gun control laws has been a difficult journey.
Protecting the World's Forests Still Matters Even If You Live in a City
You may think tropical forests have little to do with your urban life, but you probably use a rainforest product everyday. This year's International Day of Forests is all about protecting these important natural resources no matter where you live.
Randy Bryce's Message to Paul Ryan About the Immediate Need for Gun Reform
The Speaker of the House's challenger in the 2018 midterm elections addresses the urgency of much-needed gun control.
Turkey's Government Crackdown on Journalists and Social Media Has Crippled Freedom of Speech
Turkey's President, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, benefited from Twitter and Facebook but used his power to silence critics and journalists.
Syrian Refugees' Faith and Narratives Endure Despite Intensified War and Displacement
Miles from the Syrian border, refugees fight to maintain spaces of community and healing.
A New $500 Million Digital Fund Hopes to Transform Lives in the Developing World
A new incubator hub will help give a ton of money to underserved communities by investing in education, economic growth and clean energy.
This Pop-Up Barbershop Gives Underserved and Minority Groups Free Haircuts
California-based barber and activist Jaz Limos's non-profit, Saints of Steel, provides marginalized communities with a simple service to get them back on their feet.
Former Homeless Youth Share How They Were Able to Get Back on Their Feet
As youth homelessness continues to rise, former residents of Covenant House shelters tell us it's more important than ever to support organizations helping get kids off the streets.
Not One Young American Should Have to Spend the Night Sleeping on the Streets
Ending youth homelessness requires a movement of government leadership, advocacy groups and social service providers coming together for change.
This Student-Run Philadelphia Shelter Wants to Change Your Attitude About Homelessness
At this shelter, the lives of the people experiencing homelessness matter.
The Filmmakers Behind Youth Homelessness Documentary 'SHELTER' Hope Their Film Inspires Action
Award-winning filmmakers Craig and Brent Renaud want their new VICE documentary to give visibility to a population which is too often ignored.
Democratic Campaign Workers are Unionizing for the Midterm Elections
The new Campaign Workers Guild wants progressive candidates to put their money where their values are with staff equity.