The questions a lot of people are asking during these weeks of unrest are: What can I do? And can one person really make a difference? The answer is a resounding yes. Today we learn about Sanford Middle School in Minneapolis and how a simple email calling for food donations led to a surprising result. We hear from Sanford Middle School Principal Amy Nelson and Rob Williams, the Executive Director of The Sheridan Story, an organization dedicated to fighting child hunger.

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Public art has the power to heal, as we have seen through the colorful mural painted on the side of Cup Foods in Minneapolis that honors the life of George Floyd. We hear from one of the mural's artists, Greta McLain, about how she uses art as a tool for change and why she made the piece of art that has inspired unprecedented dialogue and others to express their voice through art around the world. 

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If there's a glimmer of hope right now, it's that there may be an opportunity to make real change. We talk to YWCA CEO, Alejandra Castillo, about the organization's long history in empowering women and fighting to end racism. Hear how real change is possible and why we are at an incredible moment to create a better future. 

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As protests over the death of George Floyd continue across the country, we find ourselves looking to the future generations for a way forward. Dr. Dyan Watson joins to discuss the role of education in fighting racial bias and inequality—and the critical role teachers and parents can play in educating children while also educating themselves. 

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As we confront racial injustice in the US, the question arises: How can each of us make a real difference? Retired Judge Ann Claire Williams has experienced the inequalities of American society—but also seen its progress. She tells how change can happen; it all starts with the individual.

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The coronavirus has the world asking: Why have women leaders done such a great job in dealing with the pandemic? Pat Mitchell, a legendary leader in her own right—she’s the first woman president of PBS and co-founder of TEDWomen—explains the characteristics of women’s leadership that are crucial at this moment and for the future we all want to see.

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We’ve all seen the images of healthcare heroes on the frontlines —but do we really know what they are experiencing? Auctus Productions, a student-founded film company in New York City, dedicates their new film to the experiences of the frontline workers battling the pandemic. Today we share the short documentary, Frontliners: The Impact of COVID-19 on Healthcare Professionals. It will be sure to inspire you! To watch the film visit: https://youtu.be/Wz53BUlETlY

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In today’s environment, the adage that “knowledge is power” was never more true. Knowledge has the power to quell anxiety and calm fears. One of the biggest concerns right now is how to keep clean and stay safe; we find ourselves worrying that even the simplest tasks we’ve been doing all our lives will have negative consequences. A senior scientist and fabric care expert from Tide shares what we all need to know about doing laundry in the time of corona. We also share tips on how to turn routines into opportunities for positivity.

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For years, a bright spot in the American economy has been its women-owned businesses. Andrea Jung, President and CEO of Grameen America, reveals that while women business owners have been hit hard by the pandemic, they're also demonstrating a resilience and sense of optimism we can all learn from. 

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The pandemic has inspired a lot of people to go back to the basics. Along with baking and knitting there's a new surge in gardening. In a time of disrupted supply chains, food insecurity and increased levels of anxiety, learn why gardens are sprouting up everywhere as a solution — and the real benefits it can bring to your life.  

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