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Sexual and domestic violence comes in many forms. From physical violence to emotional abuse, victims face untold psychological and physical damage. It is estimated that one in three women and one in four men have experienced some form of physical violence and sexual assault by an intimate partner. Unfortunately, the need to end domestic violence and sexual violence and support survivors often fall on the shoulders of specialized organizations.

South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault is on a mission to serve as a collective voice for promoting the prevention of domestic violence and sexual assault in South Carolina.

Find out how South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault stands together with victims and inspires transformative cultural change.

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Want to support South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault? https://www.sccadvasa.org/

Find the episode on Great.com: https://great.com/great-talks-with/south-carolina-coalition-against-domestic-violence-and-sexual-assault

A significant number of San Francisco parents never graduated from college. Many of them didn't even graduate from high school. This creates a gap between families with college-going traditions and those without. The mission is to fill the gap and change the mindset so more people can get a college education and pursue career opportunities.

First Graduate is on a mission to help students become the first in their families to graduate from college.

Find out how First Graduate prepares students to pursue careers that are meaningful to them.

Want to support First Graduate? https://firstgraduate.org/ 

Find the episode on Great.com: https://great.com/great-talks-with/first-graduate/

Affordable housing is an issue throughout the United States. But the problem is even more prevalent in counties where land is tough to get, or in other words, expensive. People in such counties, like Seminole County, are looking for a decent and affordable place to call home. Sadly, decent housing is difficult to come by due to the before-mentioned land issues.

Habitat for Humanity Seminole Apopka brings people together to build communities, homes, and futures.

Find out how Habitat for Humanity Seminole Apopka helps families seeking adequate housing in Seminole County and Greater Apopka.

Want to support Habitat for Humanity Seminole Apopka? https://habitatseminoleapopka.org/

Find the episode on Great.com: https://great.com/great-talks-with/stronghabitat-for-humanity-seminole-apopka/

The Missouri River faces severe lead contamination. Lead contamination poses a serious threat to every human being and wildlife, especially the river ecosystem. Through river cleanups and education events, we can help keep the Missouri River junk-free. Missouri River Relief engages with individuals and communities along the Missouri River in exploration, enjoyment, restoration, and care of river cleanups, education programs, and recreation. Find out how Missouri River Relief revitalizes the area around the Missouri River.

Want to support Missouri River Relief? https://riverrelief.org/

Find the episode on Great.com: https://great.com/great-talks-with/missouri-river-relief/ 

Capuchin monkeys are fast learners. That makes them special service animals. Capuchin service monkeys are also different from other primates, as they're not aggressive. In addition, these monkey helpers are very friendly and eager. So in addition to being fast learners, capuchin monkeys make excellent companions for disabled people. Helping Hands: Monkey Helpers is on a mission to provide innovative technologies and quality-of-life opportunities to those living with physical disabilities. Helping Hands: Monkey Helpers raises and trains capuchin monkeys to assist people living with spinal cord injuries or other mobility impairments.

Want to support Helping Hands: Monkey Helpers? https://monkeyhelpers.org/

Find the episode on Great.com: https://great.com/great-talks-with/helping-hands-monkey-helpers/ 

Recent statistics show New York City has 60,250 homeless people, of which 19,310 are homeless children. These people and children take shelter each night in the city's main municipal shelter system. However, that's not enough to cover the needs of all homeless people and children. It is estimated that only 30% of homeless people sleep in shelters each night. City Relief helps to solve struggling homelessness by providing resources and assistance towards life transformation in New York City. Find out how City Relief is addressing and solving homelessness in New York City.

Want to support City Relief? https://cityrelief.org/

Find the episode on Great.com: https://great.com/great-talks-with/city-relief/ 

More than 200 species of animals live in the Virginia province. With so many species, it's not uncommon for these animals to face life-threatening and man-made issues, such as pesticide poisoning. Therefore, we need to look after the animals in the Virginia province and care for them if they do require assistance. The Wildlife Center of Virginia has been serving the community for 40 years as a hospital for native wildlife. Find out how the Wildlife Center of Virginia teaches the world to care about and to care for wildlife and the environment.

Want to support the Wildlife Center of Virginia? https://www.wildlifecenter.org/

Find the episode on Great.com: https://great.com/great-talks-with/wildlife-center-of-virginia/ 

Caring for a sick child is a very challenging part of life that some parents go through. Oftentimes, specialized care is needed far away from home for certain illnesses, which is a challenge for both child and parent. Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) offers temporary housing for parents and provides meaningful, compassionate care for families and children. Find out how you can support children’s health and their family’s well being through the challenge of illness.

Want to support Ronald McDonald House Charities? https://www.rmhc.org/

Find the episode on Great.com: https://great.com/great-talks-with/rmhc/ 

We all deserve to shine through our craft, especially the youth. Skills that are related to the arts need to be cultivated especially with young people so that our culture never dies. Dreamyard offers a platform for the youth to nurture their artistic voice and skills. Find out how you can make a positive impact on art and culture in Bronx with just a little bit of your help.

Want to support DreamYard? https://www.dreamyard.com/about

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Guatemala was ravaged by 36 years of civil war in the late 20th century. Its resource-starved people are still recovering, but there is a long way to go. Child Aid helps break the cycle of post-war poverty by instilling a culture of reading among rural Guatemala communities. Find out about the programs Child Aid runs to empower and uplift ethnic Mayans in Guatemala.

Want to support Child Aid? https://child-aid.org/

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