Betty Reid Soskin, the nation's oldest active park ranger, shared her unique experiences as a Black woman in World War II shipyards during a "Talks at Google" event published on September 15,

Betty Reid Soskin, the nation's oldest active park ranger, shared her unique experiences as a Black woman in World War II shipyards during a "Talks at Google" event published on September 15, 2016. Now in her 90s, Soskin serves at the Rosie the Riveter World War II/Home Front National Historical Park in Richmond, California, a park she helped establish.

Her talk, titled "Of Lost Conversations: Opportunity and Discrimination...", offers a firsthand perspective on the home front effort and the immense social changes she has witnessed. Soskin also reflects on the responsibilities of living in a democracy. More context on her work is available in the video: Of Lost Conversations.

Black and Latino students earn 18% of computer science degrees but represent only 5% of the tech workforce at leading companies. Media coverage is crucial in highlighting this disparity and

Black and Latino students earn 18% of computer science degrees but represent only 5% of the tech workforce at leading companies. Media coverage is crucial in highlighting this disparity and industry efforts to foster diversity.

New America CA Fellow Laura Weidman Powers, co-founder and CEO of CODE2040, will moderate a discussion.

She will ask leading journalists Ellen Huet (Bloomberg), Jessica Guynn (USA Today), and Megan Rose Dickey (TechCrunch) about their role, coverage choices, and the future of diversity in tech.

Amid growing success in Indigenous-led #landback campaigns and triumphs over extraction, this session highlights the crucial link between land restoration and addressing collective trauma. It

Amid growing success in Indigenous-led #landback campaigns and triumphs over extraction, this session highlights the crucial link between land restoration and addressing collective trauma. It explores how #landback efforts can benefit from including Black and other marginalized groups, and critically examines if ‘call out culture’ hinders decolonization movements.

Moderated by Eriel Deranger, with Jodie Geddes and Carlee Loft, panelists will share practical strategies. These include an intergenerational focus, ceremony, and spending time on the land.

This talk was delivered at the 2023 Bioneers Conference. Learn more at bioneers.org.

"Two American Families: 1991-2024" is a FRONTLINE documentary chronicling the economic struggles of two Milwaukee families—one Black, one white—over 34 years. It intimately follows the

"Two American Families: 1991-2024" is a FRONTLINE documentary chronicling the economic struggles of two Milwaukee families—one Black, one white—over 34 years. It intimately follows the Stanleys and Neumanns as they battle to avoid poverty amidst the changing American economy, from the rise of lower-wage work to current inflation. Despite continuous challenges across six presidential administrations, both families and their now-grown children demonstrate remarkable resilience.

This powerful journalism, made possible by viewers, raises unsettling questions about the American economy. Support your local PBS station: [Donate to PBS](https://www.pbs.org/donate/). Explore related reporting: [Two American Families](https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/documentary/two-american-families/).

On September 12, 2024, WECAN launched its "Gendered and Racial Impacts of the Fossil Fuel Industry in North America" report. This fourth edition details how fossil fuel extraction

On September 12, 2024, WECAN launched its "Gendered and Racial Impacts of the Fossil Fuel Industry in North America" report. This fourth edition details how fossil fuel extraction disproportionately harms women, particularly in Black, Brown, Indigenous, and low-income communities, leading to increased health risks, violence, and human rights violations. It also identifies complicit financial institutions and recommends steps for accountability and a just transition.

The virtual launch featured frontline women leaders, health experts, and advocates. Speakers like Roishetta Sibley Ozane, Rene Ann Goodrich, Sharon Lavigne, and Casey Camp Horinek demanded that financial institutions take action to protect communities, ecosystems, and the climate.

Slam Dunkley, an Earth Guardians board member, recently delivered a law school graduation speech. He highlighted societal hypocrisy and the need for young leaders to maintain optimism for a

Slam Dunkley, an Earth Guardians board member, recently delivered a law school graduation speech. He highlighted societal hypocrisy and the need for young leaders to maintain optimism for a radically different future.

Born in France, of Jamaican and Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape descent, Slam boasts a distinguished academic and legal career. A Division 1 Rower, he earned multiple degrees and, in law school, led student associations and wrote an award-winning paper on Indian Water rights. He will continue his legal education at UCLA.

As an Earth Guardians board member, Slam empowers diverse youth to lead on climate issues. Join him in making positive change. Start your activism with Earth Guardians at www.earthguardians.org.

The Center for Biological Diversity is a leading organization of lawyers, scientists, and activists dedicated to protecting endangered species and habitats globally.

Learn more about their

The Center for Biological Diversity is a leading organization of lawyers, scientists, and activists dedicated to protecting endangered species and habitats globally.

Learn more about their work: biologicaldiversity.org

Challenging the notion that AI must be massive, this webinar introduces the Expressive Neural Network (ENN). Unlike resource-intensive Large Language Models (LLMs), ENNs rethink activation

Challenging the notion that AI must be massive, this webinar introduces the Expressive Neural Network (ENN). Unlike resource-intensive Large Language Models (LLMs), ENNs rethink activation functions using the Discrete Cosine Transform. This innovative architecture enhances flexibility, speeds convergence, and creates significantly smaller models, reducing energy and computational costs.

ENNs bridge traditional signal processing with modern AI, revolutionizing edge computing by enabling efficient AI in resource-constrained environments. This approach emphasizes expressiveness over size, positioning ENNs as a precision tool for future neural networks. Organized by the free ITU Journal on Future and Evolving Technologies (ITU-J FET), discover more about the journal and explore the full webinar series programme.

This interview from @The-Well, supported by @TempletonFoundation, features astrobiologist Betül Kaçar. She redefines evolution, asserting that life thrives through cooperation, not just

This interview from @The-Well, supported by @TempletonFoundation, features astrobiologist Betül Kaçar. She redefines evolution, asserting that life thrives through cooperation, not just competition. Kaçar illustrates this with Black Sea microbes sharing energy, emphasizing that true evolution is about connection and learning to live together, not merely individual strength.

Dr. Kaçar, a University of Wisconsin-Madison professor and NASA-funded researcher, explores early life's evolution. For more insights, subscribe to The Well on [YouTube](https://bit.ly/thewell-youtube), watch [Kaçar's interviews](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_B7bI1QVmJAmONCikHTWjOU9TiJYETHs), or read the [transcript](https://bigthink.com/the-well/cooperative-survival-rethinking-evolution/). Join The Well on [Facebook](https://bit.ly/thewellFB) and [Instagram](https://bit.ly/thewellIG).

Veteran Willie Horstead, Jr. shares his story of resilience amidst relentless flooding in Shiloh, a historically Black community. Months ago, government leaders promised relief and protection, but

Veteran Willie Horstead, Jr. shares his story of resilience amidst relentless flooding in Shiloh, a historically Black community. Months ago, government leaders promised relief and protection, but these pledges remain unfulfilled.

Willie's message is clear: he seeks justice, safety, and peace for his neighborhood. He calls for action, highlighting the urgent need for environmental justice in Shiloh. Join us in supporting Willie and the community's push for lasting change.