Meet Supernova: The new social media platform taking on 'Doomscrolling'
A social network without the toxicity and where ‘likes’ earn cash for charities. Wishful thinking? Think again.
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Joseph Shavit
- Mar 9
How Black Lives Matter protests sparked interest, can lead to change
The growing use of these terms, according to new research, shows how Black Lives Matter has shifted the conversation around racism.
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 19
Most unemployed young men have criminal records; findings suggest new approach needed
More than half of unemployed American men in their 30s have a history of being arrested or convicted of a crime, a new study finds.
Joseph Shavit
- Jan 27
Forward-thinking gym lifts weights, shifts attitudes through anti-racism programs
Anti-racism program at Boston’s Inner-City Weightlifting was effective in helping to positively shift views of race and class.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 27, 2021
People across the world favor paid parental leave, study finds
There are differences in how Americans want paid leave managed compared to the rest of the world, but similar desires to have it available
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 26, 2021
Actively addressing inequalities promotes social change and mutual understanding
What does it take for people to commit to take action to promote social equality? How might this differ for the advantaged and disadvantaged