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Welcome to our story hub—a place where every voice, experience, and perspective comes together. Here, you’ll find all the stories we’ve shared across the site, from inspiring journeys and insightful interviews to behind-the-scenes moments and community highlights. Whether you’re looking to catch up, explore something new, or simply get inspired, this is your gateway to everything we’ve been talking about.

  • The New York State Nurses Association seeks a Program Representative – Downstate

    Program Representative – Downstate   Based in New York City, NY The New York State Nurses Association is a labor organization of over 40,000 frontline nurses standing together for strength at work, nursing practice, safe staffing, and healthcare for all. We are New York’s largest union and professional association for registered nurses. This position will report…

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  • Marius Marinescu Finds a Vision—and His Voice—at SLU

    Marius Marinescu Finds a Vision—and His Voice—at SLU Marius Marinescu is living the American dream. “Whatever that is,” he said. “I’m still trying to figure it out.” Marius was born in Brasov, Romania, in the historic region of Transylvania. There, he said, “I grew up in a totalitarian regime where I was inducted into the…

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  • JOBS TO MOVE AMERICA seeks a National Policy Advocate

    Position: National Policy Advocate Department: National Team Position Type: Full-Time ─ Exempt Salary Range: $59,000 – $90,000, depending on experience and location Location: New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Birmingham, or remote (work from home) Reports to: National Director Job Summary At this critical time for lower-income, frontline communities and people of color, JMA is uniquely positioned to advance a powerful agenda…

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  • AFT Michigan seeks Campaign Coordinator, Healthy and Carbon Free Schools

    AFT Michigan is a union representing 30,000 educators and healthcare providers who champion fairness, democracy, economic opportunity, high-quality public education, healthcare, and services for students, their families, and our communities. We are committed to advancing these principles through community engagement, organizing, collective bargaining, political activism, and our members’ work. AFT Michigan believes that a culturally…

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