Tag Archives: Culture & Society

An 11-year-old’s response to the El Paso shooting: One act of kindness for each victim

An eleven-year-old sees an opportunity to inspire to acts of kindness following the recent El Paso shooting.

Protests in Hong Kong Continue, Remain Peaceful Throughout the Weekend

Protests in Hong Kong continue into the 11^th straight week. Read the latest on their development.

Consumers want a climate label for food, research shows

A growing number of consumers are conscious of their toll on the environment. A helpful tool in reducing carbon footprints could be “climate labeling.” Read about this interesting proposal.

Why black people discriminate among ourselves: the toxic legacy of colorism

Colorism is a type of discrimination, often (but not always) perpetrated by members of the same race based on the darkness of a person’s skin. Read this personal essay for insight into the impact of this prejudice.

20 Historic Moments in the Fight for LGBTQ Rights

Read about some famous historical moments and their impact on policies today regarding the struggle for LGBTQ rights.

Teens and Boston Cops Find Common Ground

Watch this video about how, despite having a history of racial tensions, the Boston Police Department is working closely with youths to find commonalities, easing tensions between officers and minorities, and avoiding the violence that is occurring in other U.S. cities.

This classic formula can show you how to live more heroically

Have you ever wished for a how-to guide to being a hero? Well, read about this classic formula to get you started on your own heroic quest.

A Visit to the Museum of Broken Relationships

Watch this video to learn about a collection of artifacts cataloging what happens after relationships end and love dies.

Chasing Success Is No Way to Achieve It

Author Steve Tobak argues that following one’s unique curiosity and interests is the key to fulfillment and that trying to define or seek succcess is irrelevant.

Teens in ‘Peace’ program use filmmaking at Glenview Church to help learn about conflict resolution

In Chicago, a program brings Israeli and Palestinian teenagers to the United States to hear each other’s stories. Read the article for more about its goals.

A Brief History of Women’s Fight to Wear Pants

Throughout history, women have asserted their right to wear pants for many practical reasons. This article shares some of their stories.

In 2019, Blue-Collar Workers Disappearing And In Hot Demand

There is a growing need for blue-collar workers, which is resulting an increased wages and better benefits for those willing to take the jobs.

Should the Voting Age be 16?

Be sure to watch the video which accompanies this article! A group of students named Vote16DC fights to expand the right to vote to younger teens.

St. Landry Parish Catholic School Reflecting on Role in Slavery

A Catholic school acknowledges its role in the slave trade and pays tribute to the slaves who worked on its property and their ancestors to bring recognition, respect, and a sense of closure to the pain caused by slavery.

A Young Immigrant’s Inspiring Story of Survival Moves the Internet to Take Action

The LA Times created a video documenting the struggles of a teenage, Guatemalan immigrant, which resulted in an outpouring of support.

Hong Kong’s huge protests, explained

Watch this video to understand where the tensions between Hong Kong and mainland China stem from and why people continue to protest.

This Georgetown sophomore wants to change how we view and talk about disabilities

Anna Landre explains how the narratives surrounding disabled people need to change and shares her own story.

Alaska Native Girl Leads Animated Kids TV Show in US First

PBS has debuted the nation’s first-ever children’s series featuring indigenous leads. Finally, Alaskan natives are able to see themselves through the character “Molly of Denali.”