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How Volunteering Changed my Perspective on the Homeless
On Saturday, June 10th, 2023, I did something that I have never done before: intentionally approach a group of homeless folks. Throughout my 25 years of life, I have had many different types of interactions with homeless people. Most of them took place when I lived in Austin for six years. Throughout my life, and…
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5 Mental Health Charities for the AAPI Community
The month of May is recognized in the United States for both Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month and Mental Health Awareness Month. Being raised in an Indian immigrant household in the United States since the age of 3, I found it ironic and important that the intersection of these two observances happens…
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How a Local Environmental Nonprofit Celebrates Earth Day
Earth Day is a day dedicated to celebrating and protecting our planet. First celebrated in 1970 by EARTHDAY.ORG, Earth Day has grown into a global event with more than 190 countries participating. It’s a day to reflect on the impact we have on the environment and to take action to protect it. This year, Earth…