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Announcing a New Partnership with Insight on Conflict
Ashoka 
March 22nd, 2012
After 18 months of blogging at the intersection of peace and social innovation, and leading a field-wide initiative on this subject, Ashoka Peace is excited to announce a new partnership with Peace Direct and its Insight on Conflict initiative.
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Greater Good
March 6th, 2012
Since so many books have come out recently touting the benefits of mindfulness on health and happiness, it’s hard to get excited about them unless they offer something a little different. That’s why two new books—The Mind’s Own Physician and New World Mindfulness—caught my attention. Both books have something new: insight into why Americans have become fascinated by this Eastern phenomenon.
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Hermosa Beach Patch
February 27th, 2012
The story behind one of Chadwick Stoke’s favorite songs to perform, “All My Possessions,” remains just one example of his ongoing efforts to create not only music, but also social change.
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The Sacremento Bee
February 23rd, 2012
Suzy Amis Cameron, founder of the Red Carpet Green Dress design contest, today announced the winning dress and surprise actress who will wear the sustainable gown to the 84th Academy Awards.
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Ecosmarty
February 21st, 2012
It’s a beautiful thing to see musicians using their fame to create positive change. Five acts in particular have recently made significant strides to make the world a greener place. The following 5 bands are all part of the eco-movement and each of them contribute to that cause in their own unique way (they are also great bands to listen to).
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Daily News Egypt 
March 16th, 2012
Hamdy Amasha honors the memory of the Port Said massacre fallen victims with flowers and mint leaves by the Victim Mural in Mohamed Mahmoud Street.
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Emory Wheel
February 29th, 2012
Distinguished faculty and alumni from various Emory divisions were recognized at the first-ever Women and Gender Awards Night on Thursday. The event honored women who have shown dedication to women’s issues through writing, scholarship and activism both within and outside the Emory community.
Read More (+10 rating) Loading ...Acting and Activism: A Q&A with Meryl Streep
One Earth
February 27th, 2012
Meryl Streep is renowned for her ability to transform herself into a character. But few know about her real-life roles as a transformative environmental health activist, geothermal energy pioneer, and veggie-pushing mother.
Read More (+9 rating) Loading ...GOOD Wants To Promote Female Writers. Here Are A Few We Love Right Now
The Grindstone
February 22nd, 2012
Ann Friedman and Amanda Hess from GOOD News have decided to take the gender gap into their own hands, and they’re encouraging others to do the same. These amazing writers decided that it’s time to stop complaining about the serious under-representation of ladies in the media. Instead, they’re going to do something about it.
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New York Times Blogs
February 21st, 2012
Leslie Thomas, an architect turned activist, is the founder of Art Works Projects, which uses photography to raise awareness of human rights concerns and spur action.
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