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What if our crops were reliably high yield, good for the environment and protected the ecosystems they were grown in?

The Land Institute researches and develops grains that check all three of these boxes, focusing on long-term sustainability and soil health.

Find out how a modern approach to crop cultivation can ensure our farmlands remain fertile for future generations.

Find the episode on Great.com: https://great.com/great-talks-with/how-to-develop-crops-that-will-feed-us-sustainably

We are faced with many challenges in the bid to protect our marine environment, but action is required now if we wish to preserve and safeguard our precious waters. 

Turtle Island Restoration Network is a leading advocate for ocean and marine wildlife.

Find out how you can be part of positive change by promoting the protection of endangered species and ecosystems. 

Find the episode on Great.com: https://great.com/great-talks-with/nature-knows-no-borders

Imagine being the parent of an HIV+ child and not being able to access medication for them. This is the case in many African countries.

The American Foundation for Children with Aids (AFCA) provides critical services and sustainable livelihood pathways for HIV+ children and their caregivers. 

Find out how you can join their mission to create self-sustaining projects. 

Find the episode on Great.com: https://great.com/great-talks-with/supporting-livelihoods-for-sustainable-futures

We all deserve to live independent and stimulating lives, but for many with vision impairment there are often challenges to overcome in order to do this 

The Carroll Center for the Blind helps people establish a sense of who they are, regardless of their blindness. 

Find out how you can aid their mission to reform the structures which lead to increased inclusion and accessibility. 

Find the episode on Great.com: https://great.com/great-talks-with/holding-technology-accountable-for-accessibility

What is Effective Altruism? And what are the internal obstacles blocking people from making effective donations?

Dr Stefan Schubert is a researcher from Oxford University at the Social Behaviour and Ethics Lab.

In this interview Stefan describes the different obstacles people have that block them from donating effectively.

Find the episode on Great.com: https://great.com/great-talks-with/an-introduction-to-effective-altruism-with-dr-stefan-schubert

Family Reach's mission is to remove financial barriers standing between a cancer patient and their treatment. To do this, they educate both patients and healthcare professionals on the financial burden of cancer, and step in with critical resources to meet the needs of families.

Want to support Family Reach? https://familyreach.org/

Find the episode on Great.com: https://great.com/great-talks-with/erasing-the-stigma-of-seeking-financial-support

Providing care for animals whose owners cannot afford to pay for medical treatment, NYC's AMC (Animal Medical Centre) works to advance veterinary research whilst also ensuring every animal receives the compassion it deserves. 

Find out how you can support AMC’s vision and join the initiative to advance research and education within veterinary care.

Want to support NYC's AMC? https://www.amcny.org/ Find the episode on Great.com: https://great.com/great-talks-with/one-health-together-we-are-stronger

Students for Liberty are an international network that inspires and educates students who are interested in the idea of liberty.

Find out how you can further educate yourself on the principles of a free and just society and gain more ownership in your day-to-day life.

Want to support Students For Liberty? https://studentsforliberty.org/

Find the episode on Great.com: https://great.com/great-talks-with/mobilizing-the-network-of-pro-liberty-student

The State of Florida has been labelled ‘hate crime capital’ of the US, with defamation against muslims at the forefront of this malicious prejudice. 

Building bridges of understanding, CAIR Florida strives to protect those who suffer from discrimination whilst offering training and education to enact long-term structural and societal change.

Find out how you can foster solidarity by supporting transformation and advocating for equal rights.

Want to support CAIR Florida? https://www.cairflorida

Many people don’t realise that long-term access to clean water presents huge logistical and technical challenges.

Water for Good maintains 1800 water pumps in the Central African Republic. They want to make sure that clean water can continue to keep future generations healthy.

Find out why it’s important to consider the impact you might have when donating to a water charity.

Want to support Water for Good? https://waterforgood.org/