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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 Democracy Collaborative Seeks Special Assistant to the Co-Founder (Washington, DC)

    The Democracy Collaborative, a national research institute dedicated to the development of innovative strategies for the democratization of wealth, seeks a skilled administrative and research assistant to help us advance our mission. Location: Adams Morgan area, Washington, D.C.   Application Deadline: January 31, 2018. All applications will be reviewed upon receipt and the position will be

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  • Cooperative Leadership Intensive (Starts 2/17/18)

    Join members of NYC co-ops and solidarity economy enterprise for a deep dive into how we work—individually, collectively, and in community. With curriculum developed in partnership with the Philadelphia Area Cooperative Alliance and delivered by skilled and seasoned facilitators, participants will learn how to: Identify, analyze, and respond to how does power operate in our organizations

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  • ACLU Seeks Brand Manager NYC)

    For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new

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  • Health Professionals and Allied Employees (HPAE) Seeks Staff Representative for New Jersey

    The Health Professionals and Allied Employees (HPAE) is seeking a Staff Representative. The Staff Representative will work with Local officers, Representatives (shop stewards), and members to maintain strong, activist union locals. HPAE is a progressive health care union with a dynamic and successful organizing program; membership has tripled in the last 15 years. We currently

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