The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically reshaped the world we once knew. While the pandemic has caused tremendous tragedy and hardship, there are plenty of positive takeaways to look at. Amidst its toughest times we received a reminder about compassion and gratitude.
As we take the time today to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy it’s important now more than ever to remember what he stood for. Dr. King was a prominent leader during the Civil Rights Era who strongly believed in human rights, equality and the practice of nonviolence.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year yet it’s the most impactful time for the environment. The National Environmental Education Foundation finds that household waste increases by more than 25% from Thanksgiving to New Year’s. This year, reduce waste by incorporating sustainable practices into your holiday shopping routine.
What is Strive? STRIVE is a career training and support program that aims to help underserved communities in the United States find and sustain careers in the workforce. The program was established 40 years ago in the basement of apartment housing in East Harlem. Over the past four decades, STRIVE has been able to assist more than 70,000 people in gaining successful careers. STRIVE focuses on reducing the wage and job opportunity gap in America, specifically for people in low-income communities. This includes young adults, formerly incarcerated individuals and people of color. These communities are often disproportionally affected by...