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Hearing the Darkness: Astronomers Translate the Eclipse for Blind and Low-Vision People
The upcoming solar eclipse on April 8th promises to be a spectacular event. But for people who are blind or have low vision, experiencing the phenomenon can feel out of reach. Enter a group of dedicated astronomers at Harvard who … Continue reading
Touchdown for Teamwork: Big Brothers Big Sisters & The NFL Tackle Youth Mentoring, with Big Assist from Game Changers Initiative
Calling all football fans and changemakers! Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA) and the NFL’s Inspire Change initiative are joining forces for a powerful touchdown – one that goes way beyond the gridiron. This dynamic partnership tackles a crucial … Continue reading
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Tagged aloe blace, bbbsa, big brothers big sisters, bigs, calais campbell, daymond john, griff, inspire change, kelvin buncum, lamar jackson, littles, makola m. abdullah, mentorship, nate burleson, nfl, rachaad white, solomon thomas, sway calloway, terrance williams, wayne brady
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Bias in AI: The Glitches in the Machine
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming our world, from how we shop to how we get diagnosed by a doctor. But with this incredible power comes a hidden danger: bias. Just like any human creation, AI systems can inherit and … Continue reading
Ageing Out or Aging In? Why Ageism Persists Despite a Rising Retirement Age
While demographics shift and the average lifespan increases, a puzzling trend persists: ageism in the workplace. Despite a rising retirement age and a growing population of older workers, negative stereotypes about age continue to hold them back. A Disconnect Between … Continue reading
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Tagged age discrimination, ageism, anne hathaway, outdated ideas, purpose, retirement age, robert de niro, tech-savvy, the intern
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Racism: An Ongoing Battle, Not a Distant Memory
The aspiration for a world free from racism feels increasingly distant in the face of recent events. From horrific acts of violence to the constant undercurrent of prejudice, racism persists in insidious and pervasive ways. Headlines Hide a Broader Problem: … Continue reading
San Mateo County Takes a Stand Against Loneliness: Declaring it a Public Health Crisis
San Mateo County, California, continues to be a leader in the fight against loneliness. In a first-of-its-kind move for a major U.S. county, the Board of Supervisors unanimously declared loneliness a public health crisis in January 2024. This decision came … Continue reading
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Tagged anxiety, are you lonely?, building community, california, connect with others, dementia, depression, early death, heart disease, loneliness, lonely, me we too, me we too app, public health crisis, san mateo county, stroke, supervisor david canepa, technology
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