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In the Solomon Islands, making amends in the name of conservation

John C. Cannon

February 19, 2019 |

Mongabay |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: Solomon Islands, Malaita

In the Solomon Islands, visiting scientists and researchers have made historical and symbolic amends with the Kwaio people. The tribe, once violently attacked by colonial settlers, have felt the need for reconciliation for decades and as the scientists continued to connect with them, decided that a formal ritual of reconciliation was needed. Together, the two groups participated in the ritual, allowing the Kraio people to move forward and the researchers to continue their work.

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Youth Villages

Dave Miller

February 19, 2019 |

Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB) |

Radio |

Over 15 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Tennessee

Over the course of three decades, a program called Youth Villages has drastically improved the foster-care system in Tennessee by reducing the number of children removed from their homes. The program is able to assess a child's home environment and determine the root of the neglect. The aim is to provide in-home resources such parenting classes, behavioral therapy, housing help, and addiction services. Giving families the tools they need to care for their children decreases the number of children facing the traumas of entering the foster care system and decreases the amount of money spent by the state.

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Denver Program Aims To Divert Low-Level Drug, Prostitution Offenders Away From Jail

Natalia Navarro

February 19, 2019 |

Colorado Public Radio |

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Under 800 Words

Response Location: United States, Denver, Colorado

In Colorado, four communities are piloting a program that offers low-level drug or prostitution offenders an alternative to prison. This program, known as Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion, matches the offender with a case manager who in turn connects them with treatment and training resources.

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In Los Angeles, a Novel Plan to End Congenital Syphilis

Nicole Knight

February 19, 2019 |

California Health Report |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Los Angeles, California

Reported cases of congenital syphilis have significantly increased in Los Angeles County, but the solution may be in more thorough intake assessments. Similar to the role drug industry representatives play in operation rooms, these reps "encourage doctors to take thorough sexual histories of patients, screen all women of childbearing age for syphilis and retest periodically throughout a pregnancy."

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Scientific Duo Gets Back To Basics To Make Childbirth Safer

Alison Kodjak

February 18, 2019 |

NPR |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, New York, New York

Despite many medical advances in obstetrics, there is still little understanding around what causes pre-mature labor and how to successfully stop it. Doctors and researchers in New York City are working to change this, however, by examining women earlier in their pregnancies to better understand the complexities of this issue.

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Creative Cures for Hospital Days

Noelia Esquivel

February 18, 2019 |

La Voz de Guanacaste |

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Under 800 Words

Response Location: Costa Rica, Liberia, Guanacaste

At Enrique Baltodano Hospital healthcare providers are working on improving patient experiences by implementing patient-centered care. From making surgery preparations more enjoyable for children to offering an array of services to expectant mothers, the doctors and nurses are aiming to reduce anxiety while making the patient's hospital stay more memorable.

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The weird rise of cyber funerals

Ruby Lott-Lavigna

February 17, 2019 |

Wired |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: South Korea, Seoul

People are accustomed to organizing funerals when they lose a loved one, but technology has given rise to a need for digital funerals as well. In order to expunge a person's digital footprint once, companies in South Korea are offering cyber funerals that aim to get rid of all online data after a person has passed away.

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Nigeria, Kenya and Senegal - Three African Countries Providing Solutions in Fight Against Genital Cutting of Girls

Mamadou Lamine Ba Patrick Egwu Annie Njanja

February 15, 2019 |

All Africa |

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Over 3000 Words

Response Location: Senegal

This cross-border story, which takes place in Nigeria, Kenya, and Senegal, examines 3 different approaches to address the still-widespread practice of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). In Nigeria, a short film about FGM has prompted the passing of a new law and gathered a new wave of survivors speaking up. In Kenya, a group called Dayaa Women's Group actively involves the traditionalists (cutters) and religious/community institutions in the fight against FGM along with widespread trainings. In Sengal, women lead the fight with a radio program for girls and providing financial incentives to prior cutters.

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Nigeria, Kenya and Senegal: Three African countries providing solutions in fight against FGM

Patrick Egwu

February 15, 2019 |

This is Africa |

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Over 3000 Words

Response Location: Nigeria, Enugu

To combat the persistence of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Africa, communities band together to spread awareness through film, religious outlets, community gatherings, and other creative means of education. While FGM is still prevalent in areas that believe it to be an important traditional practice, individuals and groups across Nigeria, Kenya, and Senegal have reduced the practice of FGM in their areas.

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Summit County health care prices force families to make desperate decisions. A new plan for how consumers buy coverage could change that.

John Ingold

February 15, 2019 |

The Colorado Sun |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Frisco, Colorado

People working in mountain towns throughout Colorado often face higher health care costs due to supply and demand, but the Peak Health Alliance is working to change that. This alliance forms a partnership between employers and individuals to work together in negotiating with healthcare providers, and then with insurers.

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