This week's solutions news: Karissa shares a story about "Reef Stars," newly developed tech that supports the restoration of coral reefs destroyed by blast fishing. Then, Arielle highlights the amazing women in Botswana who are changing the safari industry and challenging gender … [Read more...] about Reef Stars and Botswana’s Women Safari Guides
The Over-The-Counter Opill and Positive Masculinity Influencers
This week's solutions news: Karissa speaks about the revolutionary Opill, the first over-the-counter contraceptive pill in the US. Then, Arielle shifts gears and discusses how male influencers are countering toxic masculinity on social media. The Optimist Daily is a project of … [Read more...] about The Over-The-Counter Opill and Positive Masculinity Influencers
Boosting Girls’ Confidence with Team Sports and ‘March Meowness’
This week's positive news: Arielle talks about a new report that explores the long-lasting positive impact team sports has on young girls. Then, Karissa shares a heartwarming story about one Massachusetts library's feline forgiveness campaign for overdue fees: March Meowness. The … [Read more...] about Boosting Girls’ Confidence with Team Sports and ‘March Meowness’
Celebrating International Women’s Day and France’s Move to Guarantee Abortion as Constitutional Right
Happy International Women's Day! Today Arielle and Karissa focus on the theme for International Women's Day 2024, ‘Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress.’ They discuss the history of this remarkable day as well as five strategies for combatting economic disempowerment among women … [Read more...] about Celebrating International Women’s Day and France’s Move to Guarantee Abortion as Constitutional Right
US Finally Returns Asante Kingdom Artifacts to Ghana and The Power of Joy Lists
This week's uplifting news: Arielle shares exciting news about how UCLA's Fowler Museum is returning seven royal Ghanaian treasures to the Asante Kingdom, and launches into a discussion about the importance of the repatriation of cultural artifacts. Then, Karissa talks about the … [Read more...] about US Finally Returns Asante Kingdom Artifacts to Ghana and The Power of Joy Lists