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The Master of Science in Engineering, Sustainability and Health degree provides graduates with the foundational skills needed to excel in transforming corporate, non-profit (NPO) and non-governmental organizations (NGO) committed to a balance between technology and the built environment, sustainability and health. The program provides mid-career professionals with the capabilities to move within their own organization or to facilitate career changes into areas concerning energy, water, humanitarian aid, corporate social responsibility, and international/global development. This program is also ideal for parents …

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According to a CNBC article, American homeowners spent an average of $6,000 on maintenance and repairs in 2022. If a homeowner has to deal with a major repair – like a roof replacement, water heater issues or the aftermath of a natural disaster, the cost can be significantly higher. Many people can’t afford necessary repairs, which can lead to them losing their homes, living in unsafe conditions or risking their health trying to make repairs on their own. Everyone deserves …

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On June 19th, 1865, Galveston Bay, Texas was no doubt feeling the humid summer heat common for the area. It was a Monday, which meant work, but for the hundreds of thousands of enslaved Black people, it was exploitation. Everything changed when Union troops rode into town with an important announcement. All slaves were now free by order of President Abraham Lincoln. June 19th, also known as Juneteenth, is now a national holiday celebrated by millions of Americans. In this …

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Social impact entrepreneurs want to change the world. Using the principles of entrepreneurship, like innovation and industry disruption, these people bring new ideas, products, and services to the market. Unlike traditional entrepreneurs, however, social impact entrepreneurs prioritize goals like improving education, healthcare, gender equality, and human rights! Here are 13 social impact entrepreneurs you should know about: # Social Entrepreneur 1 Bill Drayton 2 Shiza Shahid 3 Audrey Cheng 4 Maysoun Odeh Gangat 5 Xavier Helgesen, Christopher Fuchs, Jeff Kurtzman, …

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Developing countries are low-income countries dealing with issues like severe poverty, climate change, war, and other crises that affect sustainable development. People often leave developing countries for safety, higher wages, education, and job opportunities elsewhere. What happens when these people are highly skilled? “Brain drain” describes the phenomenon when educated, skilled professionals (like doctors and engineers) leave an area. Not every consequence is negative! In this article, we’ll explore 10 consequences of brain drain in developing countries, some of which …

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Any hardship, whether it’s poverty, racial discrimination or conflict, disproportionately affects children and youth. According to UNICEF, children make up half of those living on less than $2.15 a day while they only make up ⅓ of the global population. Around 1 billion kids don’t have basic things like clean water or healthy food. Luckily, trustworthy charities are helping underprivileged youth and their families. Here are 15 examples: # Organization 1 Save the Children 2 Right to Play 3 Street …

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Between 3.1-8.7 million Indigenous people live in the United States, according to the International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs. While Native Americans make up a small percentage of the US population, they have a poverty rate of around 18%! Systemic discrimination, which infects healthcare systems, schools, workplaces and other sectors of society, is a big driver. Charities led by Native people and allies are working to raise awareness, offer services and bring justice. Here are 15 examples: # Organization 1 …

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Nonprofits depend on fundraising, but getting enough donations can be tricky! At any given moment, millions of NGOs are asking for money, so how do organizations grab donor attention and raise funds for their programs? Donation messaging is key. By crafting the right message, charities can engage donors, build relationships, and activate a desire to give. In this article, we’ll provide 20 short examples of donation messages, including examples from organizations like Oxfam and Save the Children. We’ll conclude with …

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Everyone deserves housing, food, transportation, healthcare, education, and other essentials, but for many families, these things are too expensive. According to the World Bank, 648 million people are trying to make ends meet on less than $2.15 a day! Even families that don’t live in extreme poverty deal with long-term problems like worse health outcomes and chronic stress when money is tight. Here are 13 trusted charities offering cash, food, education, career training, community services, and more for families in …

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Earth may be called the “blue planet” because of its massive oceans, but forests are just as important. Trees cover around ⅓ of the land’s surface and shelter most of the life forms on land. While humans have always used forests for wood, food, and other resources, our treatment of trees is pushing forest health to the brink. Known as “deforestation,” the cutting and clearing of forests has serious consequences for the environment, wildlife, and humans. In this article, we’ll …

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