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Temple of the Forgotten: A Street Chaplain’s Network of Kindness – Rev. Charlotte Cramer (POY 59)

Those experiencing homelessness are too often forgotten about. Rev. Charlotte Cramer works to meet them where they are and unite us with them.

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Empowering *Everyone* via Disability Studies at CUNY – Dr. Andrew Marcum (POY 57)

People with disabilities have much to offer society. Dr. Andrew Marcum directs Disability Studies at CUNY to help us see their potential.

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Trust Among Americans Isn’t Over Yet

Only 1 in 4 Americans now agree that most people can be trusted. What has caused the decline of trust and what can be done about it?

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How to Throw a Block Party—And Why You Should – Vanessa Elias (POY 56)

Vanessa Elias began throwing block parties in her hometown to bring her community back together. Now she’s teaching others how to do the same.

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The Power of Love in a Post-Pandemic World – Barb Seaman (POY 53)

Barb Seaman helps a local organization in Washington state repair the social damage of the COVID-19 pandemic. Hear the inspiring story.

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“Learning to Trust Again” in Reader’s Digest

Reader’s Digest asked me to write a feature on social trust for their June 2018 issue.

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[2023 UPDATE] The Little Free Pantry – Jessica McClard (POY 44)

Jessica McClard founded The Little Free Pantry with a simple model: take groceries when you need, leave them if you can. Now the concept has gone worldwide.

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Spaceship Media: Journalism That Bridges Divides – Eve Pearlman & Jeremy Hay (POY 39)

Eve Pearlman and Jeremy Hay founded Spaceship Media to convince opposing sides to talk. They’re using journalism to reconnect Americans and restore trust.

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Awakening Compassion at Work – Monica Worline (POY 38)

Monica Worline has co-authored a book about the benefits of compassion at work, and about how we can make our workplaces better for everyone.

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Violence In Cities Like Baltimore Can Be Stopped – Anthony Barksdale (POY 32)

Anthony Barksdale is a retired commissioner from the Baltimore Police Department. He believes violence can be solved, and he’s committed to see that happen.