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A Mother’s Response to the Winter Cold

February 5, 2026

By Cristina Rayas

As a mom, I’m learning that nurturing isn’t just for springtime. We are called to respond, even to icy conditions, in order to protect those we love.

Taking Steps Together Towards a More Just and Equitable Society

January 24, 2025

By Cristina Rayas

We’re reminded that our path to a more just and equitable society is not always easy, but it’s a journey we must take together.

For Juneteenth, Consider Celebrating Black Joy and Taking Action

June 13, 2023

By Cristina Rayas

Here’s one way you can get involved in continuing the legacy of the Civil Rights Movement from the comfort of your own home.

Young Organizer Serves Newarkers with Hot Food and Community Building

March 8, 2023

By Gloria Chan

Jennifer Made of Newark-CAN shares how she built power and resources for her community in Newark, New Jersey. This video is part of our series “Women of Color on Front Lines,” made in collaboration with Shelterforce, highlighting the journeys of women working on the front lines of housing justice and community organizing.

New Music Video for ‘Poder del Pueblo’ Urges Us to Have Fun While We Take Collective Action

October 18, 2022

By Cristina Rayas

The music video for “Poder del Pueblo” is a love letter to the Columbia Heights, D.C. neighborhood the band is named after and the organizing work Community Change continues to lead.

How We See Ourselves in a Feminist Future

March 31, 2022

By Gloria Chan

Through the lens of a crucial question—what does a feminist world look like?—Maris shares the wishes she has for her mom, her sister, herself, and every woman in the fight to make our communities one in which we can all thrive.

Stories From the Ground Up and To Your Inbox

February 15, 2022

By Cristina Rayas

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What the Loss of Pandemic Unemployment Benefits Means for the Safety of Workers

July 6, 2021

By Gloria Chan

Sarah Capdeville of Missoula, Montana discusses her concerns about extended federally funded unemployment benefits ending and what that means for people looking for safe working conditions during a pandemic.

Living With Chronic Illness and Losing Pandemic Unemployment Benefits

July 6, 2021

By Gloria Chan

Sarah Capdeville of Missoula, Montana describes her experiences and concerns around unemployment benefits during the pandemic as a person with chronic illness.

As a mother of four, the stimulus checks came right on time

May 7, 2021

By Sharisse Tracey

A week or so before Mother’s Day, President Biden unveiled a sweeping 1.8 trillion plan to expand educational opportunities and child care for families, funded in part by the largest…

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