Trump’s hostile takeover of America’s flagship arts institutions challenges us to reimagine the role of the arts in public life to create a robust culture of democracy.
How the Arts Can Create the Foundation for a Multiracial US Democracy
As Global Climate and Refugee Crises Accelerate, a Call for Humanity
On World Refugee Day, climate change is still a leading cause of migration. Advocates and faith leaders push us to support immigrations despite hostility from the current US presidential administration.
How Nonprofits and Activists Can Oppose Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill”
What can nonprofits and movement leaders do in the face of Trump’s signature “big, beautiful bill”? Complete victory may be unlikely, but some wins are in fact possible.
“Unrig the Game”: Learning from Women of Color in Leadership and Social Movements
In Vanessa Priya Daniel’s new book Unrig the Game: What Women of Color Can Teach Everyone About Winning, she calls for radical shifts in how women of color leaders are seen and supported in social movements.
For Black Maternal Health, We Need Justice and Equity: A Conversation with Angela Doyinsola Aina
The founder of the Black Mamas Matter Alliance discusses how the organization is navigating this current political climate and the type of supports that are needed.
A Group of Black Girls Commemorates Juneteenth by Walking in Harriet Tubman’s Footsteps
This Juneteenth, a group of Black girls are embarking on a 14-day tour to follow the footsteps of Harriet Tubman.
In California’s Largest Landback Deal, the Yurok Tribe Reclaims Sacred Land Around Klamath River
More than 17,000 acres around the Klamath River in Northern California have returned to the Yurok Tribe, completing the largest landback deal in California history.
Making Housing Affordable: How Government Can Finance Homes at Low Cost
A key driver of the cost of homebuilding is financing. If housing were financed the same way bridges and roads are, building affordable housing at scale would be far easier.
New Study Shines a Light on the Impact of Donor-Advised Funds
Where do DAF dollars go—and how quickly do these donor dollars actually arrive at operating nonprofits? The answers, derived from a new study, may be surprising.
The Struggle to Rebuild Lahaina: Where Is Recovery Two Years After the Fires?
Nearly two years after the fires in Lahaina, Hawaiʻi, killed over 100 people, the community struggles to survive but continues to rebuild, on its own terms.
How to Transform Strategic Planning for Social Justice
Strategic planning techniques adopted from the corporate world can undermine the pursuit of social justice. To make it work, leaders must approach planning from a liberatory mindset.
As Immigration Enforcement Ramps Up, Elected Leaders Face Increased Threats
Across the country, immigration enforcement is intensifying. As elected leaders, particularly those of color, seek more transparency, some are finding themselves as targets.