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Equity in Employment: A Vital Step Toward Dismantling Structural Racism in Brazil

Stanford Social Innovation Review

And over the past decade, public policy—by way of the Lei de Cotas (the “Quotas Law”), which establishes university quotas for Black and Indigenous students and people who studied in public schools—has made higher education more accessible to racialized and poor people.

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Using ‘Purple Glasses’ to Achieve Gender Equity in Mexico

Stanford Social Innovation Review

The program now also offers services and support such as grocery cards, free medical care and transportation, and training programs for economic independence. The pandemic increased caregiving demands among women, underscoring gender inequity. Currently, this program benefits more than 700 caregivers and their families in the municipality.

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Why Voting Rights Should Matter to Nonprofits

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

I was slightly scared, but I stepped up to assume my responsibility as a productive member of a civilized society. Fair voting rights mean our clients have access to making decisions for themselves medically, financially, and personally. You can’t do public policy work in a silo. Collaborate!

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It’s Not Just You: Bernie Sanders Makes the Case for Passionate Movements

NonProfit Quarterly

As public policy has done less and less to mitigate the suffering of millions, faith in the government has declined. Movements need to know their enemy and counter efforts to exclude people from civil society by creating inclusive demands. Healthcare, education, and housing have all become unaffordable.