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"Regenerating Communities" Lights Up Cleveland: An Evening of Inspiration at The City Club
In the heart of Cleveland, an unforgettable night unfolded at The City Club. The premiere of "Regenerating Communities" wasn't just a...
Feb 2, 20241 min read
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The Magic of Thriving Gatherings
Thriving Communities has long been a storyteller, a digital raconteur of sorts, using film as its canvas to paint the struggles and...
Oct 24, 20232 min read
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Community Farms: Local Initiatives, National Impacts on Food Insecurity
As of mid-2023, 26.5 million Americans are grappling with food insecurity, a figure that has reached its highest point since December...
Oct 3, 20233 min read
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The Six Pillars of Thriving Communities: It Starts with You, It Starts Now
In a world perpetually in motion, the enduring idea of community remains a cornerstone that shapes the quality of our lives and offers a...
Sep 28, 20233 min read
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Cultivating Hope: Rid-All Farm's Transformation of Land and Lives through Regenerative Farming
In the heart of Cleveland's Kinsman neighborhood, an 18-acre plot of land, once an illegal dumping ground, has become a symbol of hope,...
Aug 30, 20232 min read
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The Beloved Community: A Journey Beyond with Howard Thurman
In a world that often feels fragmented and divided, the concept of the "beloved community" stands as a beacon of hope and unity. It's an...
Aug 9, 20232 min read
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The Building Blocks of Great Communities: Mutual Support and Empathy
In thriving communities around the world, there exists a common thread weaving together their stories of success - mutual support and...
Jul 17, 20232 min read
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The Dudley Street Neighborhood Initiative: A Model for Community Empowerment
The Dudley Street Neighborhood Initiative (DSNI) is a community-based organization located in the Roxbury and Dorchester neighborhoods of...
Jun 21, 20232 min read
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Understanding Social Impact: Creating Meaningful Change for Thriving Communities
Creating a thriving community requires addressing the social challenges that affect those who live there.
May 4, 20232 min read
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The Ripple Effect: How Communities Suffer in the Absence of Reentry Programs
Reentry from prison is a challenging process, not only for the individuals directly involved but also for the communities they return to.
Apr 28, 20232 min read
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Gus Newport: A Lifetime of Community Building and Activism
Former mayor of Berkeley, California, Gus Newport has spent his life dedicated to activism and community building.
Feb 23, 20232 min read
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Building Beloved Community Premiere
Celebration of the Film Building Beloved Community
Jun 6, 20221 min read
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