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4 things you need to know about Juneteenth, the federal holiday
Juneteenth is American history, not just Black history.
By Yolande Clark-Jackson
What is Signal? The basics of the most secure messaging app.
If you love privacy, there's a lot to love about Signal.
By Rachel Kraus and Christianna Silva
Climate activist Greta Thunberg marks last school strike with call for continued protests
"The fight has only just begun."
6 of the loudest calls to action from youth activists in 2023 (so far)
The next generation of leaders continues to fight for rights, reform, and a safe, pro-democracy future.
SAG-AFTRA passes strike vote that could shut down Hollywood
This doesn't mean it will definitely happen, though.
By Amanda Yeo
Idris Elba and Halle Bailey push for gender equality with a new Gucci campaign
Featuring several powerful voices, the video series is directed by two-time Academy Award-winning filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy.
LA's Star Garden dancers become country's only unionized strippers
North Hollywood organizers secure union recognition victory to join Actors' Equity Association.
Abortion fund networks endure in fight against restricted access
Nearly a year post-Roe, reproductive justice advocates call for sustained investment.
Florida students 'Walkout 2 Learn': How to join their education revolution
Advocates decry censorship and erasure by GOP-led state Legislature and Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Dissident artist Ai Weiwei recreated a Monet masterpiece entirely in Lego
There's one detail not present in the original, personal to the artist.
Why is the world's newest country facing an existential threat?
Climate activist Wendy Ahonda explains the devastating floods in South Sudan.
Rutgers University strike brings education to the picket line
"Our working conditions are their learning conditions."
Nashville gun control advocates rally for reform, accountability, and democracy
Support for the 'Tennessee Three' joins cries to address gun violence.
Mikaela Loach's 'It's Not That Radical' calls for climate justice and collective liberation
"...know that there will be a role for you in this movement, no matter what."
Record-breaking Wisconsin Supreme Court flip sparks reflection on youth voter mobilization
A collective call to action by and for youth voters was met with a resounding response.
An exploration of cinematic accessibility: Open captions set the standard
Inclusivity feels good in a place like this.
How campaigning saved Europe's 'last wild river'
Albania's Vjosa River has become Europe's first wild river national park.
'Plan C' trailer depicts determined, grassroots efforts to expand abortion rights
A collective has been working since 2014 to expand access to the abortion pill. In a post-Roe world their efforts are needed more than ever.
Blue ribbons are this year's Oscars accessory, in support of the global refugee crisis
The UN-backed #WithRefugees campaign takes to the red carpet.
What is white feminism and how does it harm women of colour?
It’s a feminism that prioritises achieving equality for white women, insisting that their equality will open up doors for all other women.
#BoycottWalgreens grows after pharmacy refuses to sell abortion pill in 20 states
Caving to pressure from several Republican states, Walgreens announced it won't sell abortion medication. Backlash is spreading.
13 children's books to inspire young people for Women's History Month
They'll inspire your kids to dream big.
Are nonprofit festivals the future of live music for disenchanted concertgoers?
Fans look to new event models that feed good, not greed.
Dive into women's history with these 5 free online resources
"History is only as complete as the stories we teach, share, and learn."