stories Home > Stories > Topics  •  search  •  about us  •  español             Browse Stories by Topic . . . or browse stories by:   Date • Subject's Name • Geographic Location • en español Jump to stories about: • Arts & Culture • Biodiversity & the Environment:        • Wetlands and Coastal Zones        • Forest and Wildlife Conservation • Children/Youth:        • Arts and Culture        • Education        • Environment        • Civic Participation, Human Rights and Justice,             and Conflict Mediation • Civic Participation/Effective Governance • Conflict Mediation • Eco–Tourism • Education & Learning:        • Civic Participation, Conflict Mediation        • Culture and Arts        • Environment • Health:        • HIV/AIDS • Human Resource Management • Human Rights & Legal Reform • Income Generation / Economic Development • Indigenous Peoples & Culture • Media • Rural Development • Sustainable Community Development / Housing • Women & Gender Equity Arts & Culture The Afro Reggae Beat: A Weapon Against Drugs, Racism and Violence in Rio, by Megan Mylan Dancing into Life: Dora Andrade's School of Dance and Social Integration, photos and sound by Janet Jarman Overview – The Emerging Alliance of World Religions and Ecology, by Mary Evelyn Tucker Getting Crafty: Blending Trendy Design with Social Development in Nepal, by Ramyata Limbu Making Media a Carrot: Challenging Teens to Strive, by Laura Ax Shanty Town Seamstresses Fuel the Fashion Industry, by Shannon Walbran • [Versión en español] Taking Charge (Poland), by Steve Owad Tribal Groups Harness Globalization in Northern Thailand, Photo Essay by Naveen Kishore The Virtues of Nonconformity (Poland), by Steve Owad Biodiversity & the Environment Bridging the Urban–Rural Divide in Poland, by Steve Owad Building the Smart Commons Mosaic: Visitors Offer 100 Innovative Solutions to Water Issues A Commitment to Soil and Water: A Lesson from Zimbabwe, by Yasmina Zaidman Divining a New Balance Between Humans and the Environment (an Overview), by Jerry Casagrande • [Versión en español] Overview – The Emerging Alliance of World Religions and Ecology, by Mary Evelyn Tucker Establishing Sustainable Rural Economies: Developing from Natural Origins, photos and sound by Janet Jarman Fabio Rosa: Making the Sun Shine for All, by David Bornstein • [Versión en español] Legitimizing Trash Recycling in Argentina • [Versión en español] Lessons from Fire Mountain: Managing Danger and Strengthening Community Nurturing Nature: Conserving the Forest and Sea Coasts of Thailand, by Michele Zack Reclaiming a Territory and the Culture that Goes with It, by Talli Nauman • [Versión en español] Partnerships for Change: Ensuring a Cleaner "South", by Ravi Agarwal Reconciling the Need for Economic Development and Ecology, by Mark Swilling Revitalizing South Africa's "Forgotten" Grassland, Photos and Sound by Janet Jarman Reviving Customs and Rituals to Deliver a People from Drought, by Pritha Sen Reviving Traditions of Democratic Water Management in Western India, Photos and Sound by Janet Jarman Saving the Vistula: Water Management in Poland, by Steve Owad Solving Water Problems: A Smart Commons Mosaic Viewpoint: Shifting Environmental Risk – Obliterating the Human Face, by Ravi Agarwal Sustainability and Environmental Awareness: Keeping Farmers on Their Farms in Poland, by John Babb Using Business and the Market to Create Incentives for Environmental Change, by Yasmina Zaidman Utilizing the Market for Environmental Changes, by Fabio Rosa Waste Management: Finding the Treasure in Trash, a Studio presentation Water: Source of Life, Source of Conflict; Social Entrepreneurs' Solutions for Water Conservation (an overview), by Jerome Casagrande Biodiversity & the Environment – Wetlands and Coastal Zones The Calcutta Wetlands: Turning Bad Water Into Good, by Dhrubajyoti Ghosh Portrait of Nalini Nayak, Advocate of the Fisherfolk (India), by Chandrika Sharma A Raindrop Cleans the Wetlands (Thailand), by Susan Cunningham Reclaiming a Territory and the Culture that Goes with It, by Talli Nauman • [Versión en español] Wetlands, the Endangered Ecological Bridge (an Overview), by Dr. Ashesh Ambasta Biodiversity & the Environment – Forest and Wildlife Conservation A Bold Vision: Sanctuary to Save the Forests at the Bottom of the World, a Studio presentation by Lucas Chiappe • [Versión en español] Changing Markets: From the Coffee–Grounds Up, by Talli Nauman Conservation Takes Flight in Puebla, by Talli Nauman • [Versión en español] Deep Forest: Rosa Maria Ruiz & Madidi National Park, by Kris Herbst Fabio Rosa: Making the Sun Shine for All, by David Bornstein • [Versión en español] Giving Youth a Constructive Role: Nurturing Nature, Not Violence, photo essay by Sujoy Das Indigenous Peoples and Forests, Restoring Historical Rights (an Overview), by Dr. Ashesh Ambasta In Peru, the People of the Forest are Taking Control, by Carol Salguero Rescuing the Sierra Gorda While Promoting Community and Human Development Protecting Biodiversity in Colombia: New Laws to Shield Old Traditions, by Paul Harris Revolution in a Coffee Cup: Waking the Sleeping Consumer Giant, by Kris Herbst Saving People by Saving Animals, Building Self–Esteem in Bolivia, by Shannon Walbran Volunteers: The Wind in Any Organization's Sails, by Venkatesh M. Raghavendra Children/Youth Harnessing the Energy: Learning from Young People on the Margins (an Overview), by Sushmita Ghosh How Young People Reinvent Change (an Overview), by Karin Hillhouse KaBOOM! Shows the Way: Detailed Steps for Creating a Better World, by Kris Herbst Lighting the Spark of Factory–based Daycare in Bangladesh, by Amala Reddy Making Life a Two–Way Street, photos and sound by Janet Jarman Rescuing Children from Abusers, by Kris Herbst Roots of Empathy: Teaching Children Emotional Literacy, by Christy Gibb • [Versión en español] Schools With No Homework in Bangladesh, by Amala Reddy Transforming Health Care for Young Cancer Patients, photos and sound by Janet Jarman Youth Venture: Self–Reliance, Self–Taught (USA), by Lee Healey Children/Youth – Arts and Culture The Afro Reggae Beat: A Weapon Against Drugs, Racism and Violence in Rio, by Megan Mylan Building an Educational Base for Gypsies in Hungary, by Adam LeBor Dancing into Life: Dora Andrade's School of Dance and Social Integration, photos and sound by Janet Jarman Engaging Young People through Dynamic Points of Contact, by Suzanne Isack Making Media a Carrot: Challenging Teens to Strive, by Laura Ax A School for Sports and Life, by Freda Wolf de Romero • [Versión en español] Taking Charge (Poland), by Steve Owad Tião Rocha: Brazilian Prince of the Methodology of Fun, by Shannon Walbran • [Versión en español] Tribal Groups Harness Globalization in Northern Thailand, Photo Essay by Naveen Kishore The Virtues of Nonconformity (Poland), by Steve Owad Children/Youth – Education Changing Learning for a Changing World (An Overview), by Michele Jolin Combating Technological Apartheid in Brazilian Favelas, by Daniela Katzenstein Hart From Crisis Care to Creative Learning: The Evolution of Early Childhood Education in Sao Paulo, by Amy Brooks The Luiz Freire Cultural Center: Tropical Hothouse of Literacy, by Shannon Walbran • [Versión en español] Making Media a Carrot: Challenging Teens to Strive, by Laura Ax Providing Real–Life Choices for Child Laborers in Nepal, by Arundhati Ray Roots of Empathy: Teaching Children Emotional Literacy, by Christy Gibb • [Versión en español] Schools With No Homework in Bangladesh, by Amala Reddy Tião Rocha: Brazilian Prince of the Methodology of Fun, by Shannon Walbran • [Versión en español] Undoing a Kind of Tyranny in South India: Education with Representation, by Manisha Gupta We are Planting Seeds, Early–Childhood Education in Paraguay, by Andrea Machain Children/Youth – Environment Bridging the Urban–Rural Divide in Poland, by Steve Owad Giving Youth a Constructive Role: Nurturing Nature, Not Violence, photo essay by Sujoy Das Nurturing Nature: Conserving the Forest and Sea Coasts of Thailand, by Michele Zack Rescuing the Sierra Gorda While Promoting Community and Human Development Saving People by Saving Animals, Building Self–Esteem in Bolivia, by Shannon Walbran Volunteers: The Wind in Any Organization's Sails, by Venkatesh M. Raghavendra Children/Youth – Civic Participation, Human Rights and Justice, Conflict Mediation The Afro Reggae Beat: A Weapon Against Drugs, Racism and Violence in Rio, by Megan Mylan Ankur: Building Bridges of Empathy, by Sunrita Sen The Arts: a Gateway to Understanding Others, by Arundhati Ray Breaking Out of the Box (India), by Kris Herbst Building an Educational Base for Gypsies in Hungary, by Adam LeBor Building a Strong Citizenry: Making Young People the Key, by Claire Fallender Cultivating Empathy in Children and Youth, by Arundhati Ray Debating Social Change in Bangladesh, by Sara Ann Friedman El Embudo – "The Funnel," photographs by Jorge Sàenz • [Versión en español] In Eastern Europe, Teaching and Learning About Democracy, by John Babb Feelings–Based Education: Empathy Informs All Lessons, by Arundhati Ray Fighting Child Prostitution: A Red Light for Traffickers, photo essay by Naveen Kishore Forming a Working Children's Union in Southwestern India, Photos and Sound by Janet Jarman Guiding Polish Students Along Democracy's Road (Poland), by Steve Owad Helping Children Grow from Me to We, by Sunrita Sen How Young People Reinvent Change (an Overview), by Karin Hillhouse Inventing Schools to Create a Culture of Citizen Participation in Indonesia, by Marjie Suanda Magdaleno Rose Avila and Homies Unidos (El Salvador), by Kris Herbst MelJol: Different Worlds Coming Together, by Arundhati Ray And Ne'er the Twain Shall Meet?, "Twinning" children from different walks of life, by Jerry Pinto Power to the Young People of Paraguay, by David Bornstein Providing Real–Life Choices for Child Laborers in Nepal, by Arundhati Ray Rainbow Children: Dissolving Differences, by Arundhati Ray Redefining Women: Three Generations Work Together in West Bengal, by Manisha Gupta Rescuing Children from Abusers, by Kris Herbst Roots of Empathy: Teaching Children Emotional Literacy, by Christy Gibb • [Versión en español] Salvaging Childhood in India, by Soma Wadhwa Taking Charge (Poland), by Steve Owad Teaching Teen–Agers to Really See Society, and How to Fix It (an Overview), by Julia Sommer Tião Rocha: Brazilian Prince of the Methodology of Fun, by Shannon Walbran • [Versión en español] Today's Lesson: Tolerance Among All Indonesians, by Marjie Suanda From Relief Work to Sustainable Community Development, by Arundhati Ray Undoing a Kind of Tyranny in South India: Education with Representation, by Manisha Gupta The Virtues of Nonconformity (Poland), by Steve Owad What Young People Can Teach Society (an Overview), by Joanna Davidson Working Children Get Organized: Bidding for Power and Respect (an Overview), Excerpts from Anthony Swift Young Mediators Help to Bring Peace to Lawless Medellìn, by Steven Ambrus • [Versión en español] Civic Participation/Effective Governance The Afro Reggae Beat: A Weapon Against Drugs, Racism and Violence in Rio, by Megan Mylan The Dean Campaign Finds Treasure on the Internet: Lessons for the Social Sector, by Garrett Graff Disabled: Living Life to the Full with a Friends Network, by Steve Owad Disasters: It's Time to Take a Holistic View, by Regan Morris Fighting Abuse with "Good" Men, and Savings Clubs for Women, by Mansoor Jaffer Guiding Polish Students along Democracy's Road (Poland), by Steve Owad How to Organize Volunteers: A Program of Tough Love in Poland, by John Babb Jump-Starting a Society Through Volunteering, by Freda Wolf de Romero Justice for All: Alternative Dispute Resolution, Photos by Shehzad Noorani/Developing Images Lessons from Fire Mountain: Managing Danger and Strengthening Community Organizing Tenants to Stand Up for their Rights and Redevelop their Communities, by Fazila Farouk People's Organizations: A New Beginning for India's Tribals, by Pritha Sen Power to the Young People of Paraguay, by David Bornstein A Primer for Online Fundraising: Tips and Best Practicest, by EchoDitto Rebuilding Through Social Enterpreneurship, by Muhammad Yunus Redefining Women: Three Generations Work Together in West Bengal, by Manisha Gupta Revitalizing South Africa's "Forgotten" Grassland, Photos and Sound by Janet Jarman Social Entrepreneurs on the Frontlines of the Kashmir Earthquake, by Nir Tsuk Solidarity Network: Unleashing a Powerful Force, by Kevin Carrel Footer • [Versión en español] Solidarity for the Urban Poor: Organizing Three Wheels and Five Legs, by Marjie Suanda Taking Charge (Poland), by Steve Owad From Relief Work to Sustainable Community Development, by Arundhati Ray What Young People Can Teach Society (an Overview), by Joanna Davidson Conflict Mediation Giving Youth a Constructive Role: Nurturing Nature, Not Violence, photos by Sujoy Das Close to Home: A Community Development Response to Domestic Violence, by Kris Herbst Justice for All: Alternative Dispute Resolution, Photos by Shehzad Noorani/Developing Images Reviving Ethics in Strife-Torn Kashmir, by Roshan Paul Magdaleno Rose Avila and Homies Unidos (El Salvador), by Kris Herbst Organizing Tenants to Stand Up for their Rights and Redevelop their Communities, by Fazila Farouk People's Organizations: A New Beginning for India's Tribals, by Pritha Sen Redefining Women: Three Generations Work Together in West Bengal, by Manisha Gupta Replacing Violence with the Healing Power of Dialogue, by Arundhati Ray Slum Communities Claim a Stake in their Community's Future, by Teena Amrit Gill Solidarity for the Urban Poor: Organizing Three Wheels and Five Legs, by Marjie Suanda Young Mediators Help to Bring Peace to Lawless Medellìn, by Steven Ambrus • [Versión en español] Eco–Tourism Adopting Globalization to Local Social Development & Ecology, by Talli Nauman • [Versión en español] Deep Forest: Rosa Maria Ruiz & Madidi National Park, by Kris Herbst Revitalizing South Africa's "Forgotten" Grassland, Photos and Sound by Janet Jarman Sustainability and Environmental Awareness: Keeping Farmers on Their Farms in Poland, by John Babb Volunteers: The Wind in Any Organization's Sails, by Venkatesh M. Raghavendra Education & Learning The Accountability Chain: Engaging Schools, Communities and the Private Sector in Education Improvement (an Overview), by Stephanie Gottlieb Changing Learning for a Changing World (An Overview), by Michele Jolin Enriching Teaching by Enriching Teachers (an Overview), by Stephanie Gottlieb Freedom to Grow Without Gender Stereotypes, by Marjie Suanda From Crisis Care to Creative Learning: The Evolution of the Early Childhood education in Sao Paulo, by Amy Brooks From Preachers to Teachers: New Techniques in KwaZulu Natal, by Edwin Naidu The Luiz Freire Cultural Center: Tropical Hothouse of Literacy, by Shannon Walbran • [Versión en español] Making Life a Two–Way Street, photos and sound by Janet Jarman Providing Real–Life Choices for Child Laborers in Nepal, by Arundhati Ray Respecting Parents, Teachers and Staff Helps Children to Learn, by Freda Wolf de Romero • [Versión en español] The School is the Community: Building Respect Between Generations, by James Wilson Schools With No Homework in Bangladesh, by Amala Reddy Sister Cyril's Army of Barefoot Teachers, by Dr. Arundhati Ray Spreading the Wealth: Providing Education for Children in City Slums Tião Rocha: Brazilian Prince of the Methodology of Fun, by Shannon Walbran • [Versión en español] Tribal Groups Harness Globalization in Northern Thailand, Photo Essay by Naveen Kishore Undoing a Kind of Tyranny in South India: Education with Representation, by Manisha Gupta We are Planting Seeds, Early–Childhood Education in Paraguay, by Andrea Machain Linking the Cost of College Loans to Salary After Graduation What Communities Can Teach Themselves, Self–Managed Learning in Southern India, by Vanaja Banagiri Education & Learning – Civic Participation, Conflict Mediation The Accountability Chain: Engaging Schools, Communities and the Private Sector in Education Improvement (an Overview), by Stephanie Gottlieb The Afro Reggae Beat: A Weapon Against Drugs, Racism, and Violence in Rio, by Megan Mylan Breaking Out of the Box (India), by Kris Herbst Bridging Social and Business Sectors: Oded Grajew Building an Educational Base for Gypsies in Hungary, by Adam LeBor Debating Social Change in Bangladesh, by Sara Ann Friedman In Eastern Europe, Teaching and Learning About Democracy, by John Babb Guiding Polish Students Along Democracy's Road (Poland), by Steve Owad Harnessing the Energy: Learning from Young People on the Margins (an Overview), by Sushmita Ghosh Inventing Schools to Create a Culture of Citizen Participation in Indonesia, by Marjie Suanda And Ne'er the Twain Shall Meet?, "Twinning" children from different walks of life, by Jerry Pinto Power to the Young People of Paraguay, by David Bornstein Redefining Women: Three Generation Work Together in West Bengal, by Manisha Gupta Roots of Empathy: Teaching Children Emotional Literacy, by Christy Gibb • [Versión en español] The School is the Community: Building Respect Between Generations, by James Wilson Taking Charge (Poland), by Steve Owad Teaching Teen–Agers to Really See Society, and How to Fix It (an Overview), by Julia Sommer Tião Rocha: Brazilian Prince of the Methodology of Fun, by Shannon Walbran • [Versión en español] Today's Lesson: Tolerance Among All Indonesians, by Marjie Suanda From Relief Work to Sustainable Community Development, by Arundhati Ray Undoing a Kind of Tyranny in South India: Education with Representation, by Manisha Gupta What Communities Can Teach Themselves, Self–Managed Learning in Southern India, by Vanaja Banagiri What Young People Can Teach Society (an Overview), by Joanna Davidson Young Mediators Help to Bring Peace to Lawless Medellìn, by Steven Ambrus • [Versión en español] Education & Learning – Culture and Arts The Afro Reggae Beat: A Weapon Against Drugs, Racism and Violence in Rio, by Megan Mylan Building an Educational Base for Gypsies in Hungary, by Adam LeBor Dancing into Life: Dora Andrade's School of Dance and Social Integration, photos and sound by Janet Jarman Engaging Young People through Dynamic Points of Contact, by Suzanne Isack Making Media a Carrot: Challenging Teens to Strive, by Laura Ax A School for Sports and Life, by Freda Wolf de Romero • [Versión en español] Tião Rocha: Brazilian Prince of the Methodology of Fun, by Shannon Walbran • [Versión en español] Tribal Groups Harness Globalization in Northern Thailand, Photo Essay by Naveen Kishore Education & Learning – Environment Bridging the Urban–Rural Divide in Poland, by Steve Owad Conservation Takes Flight in Puebla, by Talli Nauman • [Versión en español] Nurturing Nature: Conserving the Forest and Sea Coasts of Thailand, by Michele Zack Reclaiming a Territory and the Culture that Goes with It, by Talli Nauman • [Versión en español] Reviving Traditions of Democratic Water Management in Western India, Photos and Sound by Janet Jarman Volunteers: The Wind in Any Organization's Sails, by Venkatesh M. Raghavendra Health Overview – Building Alternative Status Ladders for Women, by Diana Wells Compassionate Manufacturing: Doing Business with the Poor, by Kris Herbst • [Versión en español] Disabled: Living Life to the Full with a Friends Network, by Steve Owad Extending Healthcare to the Poorest Families by Reaching Beyond Hospital Walls, by Claire Fallender Financial and Social Responsibility Go Hand–in–Glove at Non–Profit Maternity Center, by Talli Nauman [Versión en español] Giving Poland's "Special" Children a Second Chance, by Steve Owad Giving Visibility to the Disabled in India, by Dr. Arundhati Ray Herbal Remedies for Social Wellbeing, by Jennifer Gampell Putting Parents in Charge of Caring for Disabled Children, by Dr. Arundhati Ray Redefining Women: Three Generations Work Together in West Bengal, by Manisha Gupta Renascer (Rebirth), photos and sound by Janet Jarman Toward Better Reproductive Health Care in India, by Lakshmi Salgame Transforming Health Care for Young Cancer Patients, photos and sound by Janet Jarman Health – HIV/AIDS The Afro Reggae Beat: A Weapon Against Drugs, Racism and Violence in Rio, by Megan Mylan The Dance Against AIDS in Brazil, by Shannon Walbran In the Gloom of AIDS, a Few Candles are Lighted (an Overview), by Kris Herbst New Perils, New Lessons, for the Oldest Profession (Czech Republic), by Mark Schapiro Putting Families in the Forefront of the Fight Against HIV / AIDS, by Talli Nauman Recruiting Businesses to Help Fight HIV/AIDS, by Shannon Walbran Renascer (Rebirth), photos and sound by Janet Jarman Six Steps to Headache–Free Volunteer Management with Harley Henriques do Nascimento, by Shannon Walbran Thailand Champion of AIDS Education, by Andrè McNicoll Human Resource Management The Dance Against AIDS in Brazil, by Shannon Walbran How to Organize Volunteers: A Program of Tough Love in Poland, by John Babb (Overview) – Keeping the Work of Social Entrepreneurs Alive: The Importance of Being Sustainable, by Lisa Cannon Six Steps to Headache–Free Volunteer Management with Harley Henriques do Nascimento, by Shannon Walbran Solidarity Network: Unleashing a Powerful Force, by Kevin Carrel Footer • [Versión en español] From Relief Work to Sustainable Community Development, by Arundhati Ray Volunteering Drives Development and Upward Mobility, by Freda Wolf de Romero Volunteers: Making All The Difference to Social Entrepreneurs (an Overview), by Venkatesh M. Raghavendra Volunteers: The Wind in Any Organization's Sails, by Venkatesh M. Raghavendra Human Rights & Legal Reform The Afro Reggae Beat: A Weapon Against Drugs, Racism and Violence in Rio, by Megan Mylan El Embudo – "The Funnel," photographs by Jorge Sàenz • [Versión en español] Forming a Working Children's Union in Southwestern India, Photos and Sound by Janet Jarman Giving Visibility to the Disabled in India, by Dr. Arundhati Ray Grasping for Justice in Bolivia, by Mike Ceaser • [Versión en español] Human Trafficking: A Framework, by Derek Ellerman Human Trafficking: The Big Picture, by Cheryl Dahle Organizing Tenants to Stand Up for their Rights and Redevelop their Communities, by Fazila Farouk Overcoming the Stigma of Infertility in Zimbabwe, by Peggy Cohen In Peru, the People of the Forest are Taking Control, by Carol Salguero Indigenous Peoples and Forests, Restoring Historical Rights (an Overview), by Dr. Ashesh Ambasta Justice for All: Alternative Dispute Resolution, Photos by Shehzad Noorani/Developing Images People's Organizations: A New Beginning for India's Tribals, by Pritha Sen Prison Reform – Working for Just & Effective Systems (an Overview), by Joanna Davidson Protecting Biodiversity in Colombia: New Laws to Shield Old Traditions, by Paul Harris Reclaiming a Territory and the Culture that Goes with It, by Talli Nauman • [Versión en español] Rescuing Children from Abusers, by Kris Herbst Rising From the Ash Heap: Waste Collectors Assert their Humanity , photos by Naveen Kishore Salvaging Childhood in India, by Soma Wadhwa Solidarity for the Urban Poor: Organizing Three Wheels and Five Legs, by Marjie Suanda Stopping Violence Against Women, by Arundhati Ray Sudan: A Growing Grassroots Movement Strives Toward an Ethical Response, by Rgan Morris Towards Real 'Safe Custody' in Bangladesh, by Amala Reddy Tribal Groups Harness Globalization in Northern Thailand, Photo Essay by Naveen Kishore From Relief Work to Sustainable Community Development, by Arundhati Ray Weaving Family Magic: Helping Drug Offenders Stay Straight, by Kris Herbst Working Children Get Organized: Bidding for Power and Respect (an Overview), Excerpts from Anthony Swift Wynona Ward: Road Warrior for Justice, by Kris Herbst Income Generation / Economic Development Adopting Globalization to Local Social Development & Ecology, by Talli Nauman • [Versión en español] Balancing Sustainability with Service to the Poorest of the Poor, by Sharda Naidoo Beating Doubts, Droughts & Debt: Re–shaping the Economic Landscape, by Shannon Walbran • [Versión en español] Business–Social Ventures: Reaching for Major Impact, by Kris Herbst Changing Markets: From the Coffee–Grounds Up, by Talli Nauma Overview – Classifying Social and Private Sector Partnerships, by Valeria Budinich Combating Technological Apartheid in Brazilian Favelas, by Daniela Katzenstein Hart Compassionate Manufacturing: Doing Business with the Poor, by Kris Herbst • [Versión en español] After W.T.O.: Creating Jobs for the Next Millennium (an Overview), by Derek Brown Creating Safe Space and New Opportunities for Women Workers, by Amala Reddy Conservation Takes Flight in Puebla, by Talli Nauman • [Versión en español] Creating a Whole Community, by Kris Herbst The Dean Campaign Finds Treasure on the Internet: Lessons for the Social Sector, by Garrett Graff Enabling the Poor to Build Housing: Pursuing Profit and Social Development Together , by Kris Herbst • [Versión en español] Fabio Rosa: Making the Sun Shine for All, by David Bornstein • [Versión en español] Factory–Based Daycare, a Studio presentation by Shehzad Noorani/Developing Images Fighting Abuse with "Good" Men, and Savings Clubs for Women, by Mansoor Jaffer Financial Crisis = an Opportunity to Innovate, by Shirly Said The Future is Calling: Building Rural Co–ops in Poland, by Steve Owad Getting Crafty: Blending Trendy Design with Social Development in Nepal, by Ramyata Limbu Establishing Sustainable Rural Economies: Developing from Natural Origins, photos and sound by Janet Jarman Herbal Remedies for Social Wellbeing, by Jennifer Gampell Overview: The Hybrid Value Chain – A New Vision for Reaching Under–served Markets of the Poor, by Valerie Budinich Imagine: A Bank Putting Your Money Where Your Heart Is, by Gina Pace Legitimizing Trash Recycling in Argentina • [Versión en español] A Lesson of Survival and Sustainability from the Brazilian Semi–Arid Lands, by Ana A. Lima Nepali Women Rising, photo essay by Sujoy Das A New Look for Brazilian Workers' Cooperatives, by Shannon Walbran Keeping the Work of Social Entrepreneurs Alive: The Importance of Being Sustainable (an Overview), by Lisa Cannon Portrait of Nalini Nayak, Advocate of the Fisherfolk (India), by Chandrika Sharma A Primer for Online Fundraising: Tips and Best Practicest, by EchoDitto Providing Real–Life Choices for Child Laborers in Nepal, by Arundhati Ray A Raindrop Cleans the Wetlands (Thailand), by Susan Cunningham Rebuilding Afghanistan from Within, by Sonya M. Sultan Rescuing the Sierra Gorda While Promoting Community and Human Development Returning Power to the Family: Learning Self–Reliance in Zimbabwe, by Penny Cohen Revolution in a Coffee Cup: Waking the Sleeping Consumer Giant, by Kris Herbst Shanty Town Seamstresses Fuel the Fashion Industry, by Shannon Walbran • [Versión en español] Slum Communities Claim a Stake in their Community's Future, by Teena Amrit Gill Solidarity for the Urban Poor: Organizing Three Wheels and Five Legs, by Marjie Suanda Sustainability and Environmental Awareness: Keeping Farmers on Their Farms in Poland, by John Babb Tribal Groups Harness Globalization in Northern Thailand, Photo Essay by Naveen Kishore Undoing a Kind of Tyranny in South India: Education with Representation, by Manisha Gupta Utilizing the Market for Environmental Changes, by Fabio Rosa Waste Management: Finding the Treasure in Trash, a Studio presentation When the Money Isn't Flowing: Invent Your Own Currency, by Arin Farrington You Can Bank on It: Women are Doin' It for Themselves, by Pritha Sen Youth Venture: Self–Reliance, Self–Taught (USA), by Lee Healey Indigenous Peoples & Culture Deep Forest: Rosa Maria Ruiz & Madidi National Park, by Kris Herbst In Peru, the People of the Forest are Taking Control, by Carol Salguero Reclaiming a Territory and the Culture that Goes with It, by Talli Nauman • [Versión en español] Indigenous Peoples and Forests, Restoring Historical Rights (an Overview), by Dr. Ashesh Ambasta People's Organizations: A New Beginning for India's Tribals, by Pritha Sen Protecting Biodiversity in Colombia: New Laws to Shield Old Traditions, by Paul Harris From Relief Work to Sustainable Community Development, by Arundhati Ray Tribal Groups Harness Globalization in Northern Thailand, Photo Essay by Naveen Kishore Media Making Media a Carrot: Challenging Teens to Strive, by Laura Ax Real People, Real Problems, Real Solutions, a Personal Account, by Janet Jarman Solidarity Network: Unleashing a Powerful Force, by Kevin Carrel Footer • [Versión en español] Tribal Groups Harness Globalization in Northern Thailand, Photo Essay by Naveen Kishore Rural Development Adopting Globalization to Local Social Development & Ecology, by Talli Nauman • [Versión en español] Balancing Sustainability with Service to the Poorest of the Poor, by Sharda Naidoo Beating Doubts, Droughts & Debt: Re–shaping the Economic Landscape, by Shannon Walbran • [Versión en español] Bridging the Urban–Rural Divide in Poland, by Steve Owad Creating a Whole Community, by Kris Herbst Fabio Rosa: Making the Sun Shine for All, by David Bornstein • [Versión en español] The Future is Calling: Building Rural Co–ops in Poland, by Steve Owad Establishing Sustainable Rural Economies: Developing from Natural Origins, photos and sound by Janet Jarman A Lesson of Survival and Sustainability from the Brazilian Semi–Arid Lands, by Ana A. Lima Lessons from Fire Mountain: Managing Danger and Strengthening Community Nepali Women Rising, photo essay by Sujoy Das Rebuilding Afghanistan from Within, by Sonya M. 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