#social-impact

#social-impact

It's not all totally destructive or anything like that, but compared to what these people could do, if they would take on some of the biggest challenges, the opportunity costs are massive.

"Pajama Program promotes equitable access to healthy sleep so all children can thrive."

Ayamé Ponder has successfully merged viral content creation with genuine social impact, turning TikTok into a platform for engagement and charitable initiatives.

"I cannot say what those are just yet, but they did make those changes so that the magic within Wicked is still there, but the narrative is less harmful to disabled people."

Icelandic designer and tech mogul Haraldur "Halli" Thorleifsson is solving the inaccessibility of local storefronts through his initiative Ramp Up Iceland.

"We did it. We really did it as a community. We've been able to support so many young people in the very way that he was."

"Urban spaces significantly impact well-being, yet they frequently do not reflect the needs of teenage girls. This project ensures their experiences and perspectives shape the outcome, prioritizing their needs in a meaningful way."

"Jobs are the ultimate equaliser, especially remote jobs - they break down barriers and level the playing field, no matter the circumstances or local limitations," says Jafar, co-founder and CTO of TAP, reflecting on the transformative power of employment opportunities.

The L.A. wildfires have revealed fractures in our city's systems that were already under immense pressure. This isn't just one crisis—it's a cascading series of crises.

Riot Games is promoting in-game fundraisers in League of Legends and Valorant to support communities affected by devastating fires in Los Angeles, with proceeds going to the Riot Games Social Impact Fund. The Give Back Bundle and Firefighter Tristana will bring support to the frontline efforts, showcasing how the gaming community can unite for humanitarian aid.

"I have never experienced such a hostile and threatening environment," said a student studying automotive engineering in Magdeburg, the state capital of Saxony-Anhalt.

The aftermath of the 1953 Korean War witnessed the adoption of thousands of Korean children into families around the world, profoundly affecting their sense of identity and belonging. Adoptees frequently navigate complex feelings about their origins, as they process the cultural disconnect from their birth country while also trying to fit into their adopted families and societies.