Disrupt for good cont’d
In a year when the client asked for 20+ “Disrupt for Good” stories, we had to freelance out some work. In these articles, I found the stories, pitched them to the client, connected with talent, found the best writer for the article, facilitated interviews between talent and writer, edited several rounds of content, and finalized articles to be coherent with the existing series.
From incarceration to innovation: how Frederick Hutson is helping transform prison communication
During his isolating four years in prison, Frederick felt the need for inmate communication with the outside world. So he launched an app.
Xiuhtezcatl: The climate fight will never look the same again. Here’s why.
How the 20-year-old uses tech and hip-hop to connect the most diverse generation in history.
Whose land are you on? Text to find out.
Canadian organization Native Land Digital works to spread awareness about Indigenous people through open-source map technology.
How a network of cities and livestreams is keeping musicians playing
Sofar Sounds is using mobile tech and innovation to disrupt the music industry by giving artists a global audience, fair pay and industry education—all during a pandemic.
Aclima: How to measure air quality in a crisis
By measuring air pollution levels in neighborhoods across California, Aclima hopes to use the data to improve air quality insights for better decision-making.
Apache Skateboards kickflips skateboarding into a fine art
One of the first Native American skateboarding teams hosts a virtual skateboarding competition.
Using AI and the human eye to spot social media posts fueling youth violence
Research shows there’s a noticeable progression in language that people use on social media before they engage in violence—one social worker believes it could present new opportunities for intervention.
How VR and 5G can help returning vets heal
No longer just a platform for gaming, virtual reality is proving to be a safe and effective tool to help veterans cope with PTSD.