Local news faced severe financial challenges from digital advertising and the pandemic, even as its role became more vital. However, a new era is emerging. Nonprofit news ventures, supported by

Local news faced severe financial challenges from digital advertising and the pandemic, even as its role became more vital. However, a new era is emerging. Nonprofit news ventures, supported by philanthropists, are filling the void, creating a sustainable future for local journalism.

Join us for a crucial conversation on this shift. We'll feature leaders from MLK50, Cityside (Berkeleyside, The Oaklandside), and the American Journalism Project, exploring how these models are revitalizing local news.

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Beyond traditional product sales, advertising can be a powerful force for good, promoting lifestyles and practices that benefit people and the planet. This panel explores how companies, especially

Beyond traditional product sales, advertising can be a powerful force for good, promoting lifestyles and practices that benefit people and the planet. This panel explores how companies, especially B Corps, can creatively collaborate to amplify the positive impact of their communications.

The discussion will highlight how businesses are leveraging advertising, media, and PR to raise awareness about the climate emergency, advance climate justice, and promote meaningful solutions. Speakers include Veena Harbaugh (B Lab U.S. & Canada), Lynn Johnson (Hella Social Impact), Dustin O’Harver (Guayaki Yerba Mate), Abram Tannenbaum (Grapevine Outdoor), Gold Hood (Ads4Earth), and John Davies (Avocado Green Mattress).

Join congressional staffers for an insightful discussion on Capitol Hill operations, effective issue advocacy, and strengthening your congressional relationships.

The session is moderated

Join congressional staffers for an insightful discussion on Capitol Hill operations, effective issue advocacy, and strengthening your congressional relationships.

The session is moderated by Jamari Hartley, CCL Government Affairs Coordinator. Jamari is a former Legislative Correspondent for Rep. Cook (CA-08) with extensive Capitol Hill experience. View his full bio.

Featuring Tom Erb, Legislative Aide for Congressman Scott Peters (CA52), and Adeline DeYoung, Legislative Aide for Representative Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-NM-03).

Activist Fadi Elsalameen, a critic of Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and Hamas, will discuss Arab-Israeli progress toward Middle East peace with journalist and author Jonathan

Activist Fadi Elsalameen, a critic of Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and Hamas, will discuss Arab-Israeli progress toward Middle East peace with journalist and author Jonathan Curiel. Elsalameen will also address corruption under President Abbas.

Born in Hebron, Elsalameen is an adjunct senior fellow at the American Security Project and a Johns Hopkins SAIS graduate. This MLF (Middle East) event, organized by Celia Menczel, takes place Thursday, April 29, at 10:00 AM PDT.

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Amid rising anti-Asian violence, filmmaker and actor Bee Vang, known for *Gran Torino*, will discuss Hollywood's role in perpetuating anti-Asian ideas. A Hmong-American activist, journalist, and

Amid rising anti-Asian violence, filmmaker and actor Bee Vang, known for *Gran Torino*, will discuss Hollywood's role in perpetuating anti-Asian ideas. A Hmong-American activist, journalist, and policy researcher, Vang has also appeared in "Modern Family" and "Comisery."

Vang will join co-hosts Michelle Meow and John Zipperer on "The Michelle Meow Show" at The Commonwealth Club on Thursday, April 22, at 12:00 PM PDT.

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Kostas, COO of Local Food Experts, delivered a TEDx talk on climate change and food sustainability in Crete. He emphasized soil's vital role in combating greenhouse gases and advocated for

Kostas, COO of Local Food Experts, delivered a TEDx talk on climate change and food sustainability in Crete. He emphasized soil's vital role in combating greenhouse gases and advocated for agricultural reform. A project he led revealed travelers prefer sustainable, locally produced, certified food, even at a higher cost. Learn more at www.localfoodexperts.com.

With a background in agricultural development and ecological agriculture, Kostas inspires sustainable practices in agriculture, food manufacturing, and tourism. He previously managed "Crete: First steps towards a Sustainable Food Destination" and developed gastronomic tourism networks. This TEDx talk was independently organized by a local community. More information at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

This video highlights regenerative ranchers and farmers who restore working landscapes by mimicking nature. Their practices sequester carbon, boost soil fertility, and nurture biodiversity, making

This video highlights regenerative ranchers and farmers who restore working landscapes by mimicking nature. Their practices sequester carbon, boost soil fertility, and nurture biodiversity, making this agricultural approach a key solution to mitigating climate change.

It features Donika Markegard, Elizabeth and Paul Kaiser, and Tim LaSalle. Explore more in the Bioneers Regenerative Agriculture Media Series.

Credits: Arty Mangan (Executive Producer), Stephanie Welch (Producer). Special thanks to John Feldman for footage from "Regenerating Life: An Earthlings Guide to Planetary Health."

While multinationals lead the circular economy shift, small businesses are crucial innovators. However, they face unique challenges like securing finance, partnering with larger entities, and

While multinationals lead the circular economy shift, small businesses are crucial innovators. However, they face unique challenges like securing finance, partnering with larger entities, and integrating circular models into their strategy.

This broadcast features Natalia Agathou from the London Waste and Recycling Board (LWARB) and William Neale from the European Commission. Stuffstr CEO John Atcheson will also share how his business successfully collaborated with larger organizations to gain investment and form effective partnerships.

This broadcast, multistreamed with Restream.io, explores the vital role of small businesses in the circular economy. While multinationals often lead,

This broadcast, multistreamed with Restream.io, explores the vital role of small businesses in the circular economy. While multinationals often lead, smaller entities are key innovators. However, they face unique challenges, including securing finance and forming partnerships with larger organizations.

We are joined by Natalia Agathou from the London Waste and Recycling Board, William Neale from the European Commission, and Stuffstr CEO John Atcheson. John will share how Stuffstr successfully collaborated with larger entities to gain investment and forge effective partnerships, offering valuable insights for overcoming these hurdles.

Former British Petroleum CEO John Browne states that BP initiated significant efforts to shift its focus towards renewable energy. These steps were designed to "change mindsets" within the

Former British Petroleum CEO John Browne states that BP initiated significant efforts to shift its focus towards renewable energy. These steps were designed to "change mindsets" within the company.

Browne further argues that BP was a pioneer in this transition, being one of the first oil companies to embrace a more renewable energy-centric approach.