Social Justice — The Good Men Project

On Climate Change & Collective Courage

June 1, 2013 by Guy McPherson 2 Comments

Courage is the only way we can save ourselves from ourselves

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The Homeless are Human

May 31, 2013 by Nannette Ricaforte 1 Comment

Nannatte Ricaforte reminds us that “Homelessness might rob one of his dignities but humanity perseveres in all.”

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International Child Trafficking Roundup?

May 30, 2013 by Blair Corbett 1 Comment

Blair Corbett wonders if the “largest international money laundering prosecution in history” could be expanded to also become the largest international crackdown on child trafficking.

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Mirror, Mirror: On Men, Media and Body Perception

May 29, 2013 by Ryan Henry 1 Comment

We see and hear 247 commercials every single day. Does this shape how we view our bodies?

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Tomboy Tales

May 26, 2013 by Erin Kelly 2 Comments

Erin Kelly on smashing stereotypes and using their shattered pieces to your advantage.

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Individualism’s Only Remedy

May 25, 2013 by Michael C. Phillip 1 Comment

Nonprofits are America’s antidote to its own rampant individualism.

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To Die For: The Rise in Anti-Gay Violence

May 24, 2013 by The Weeklings 1 Comment

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When Mark Carson was gunned down last week in Greenwich Village, Jeff Nishball felt like his home was violated. But he knows he cannot let fear stop him from being himself.

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The Centre Cannot Hold: On Love, Travel & Radicalism

May 24, 2013 by Cameron Conaway 1 Comment

A trip to India with an anti-radical radical.

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Sexual Violence Against Boys & Men in Conflict Settings: The Men of Peace, Hope and Courage.

May 21, 2013 by Alastair Hilton 7 Comments

Alastair Hilton on his work with male survivors of sexual abuse and violence.

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12 Reasons Why Good Black Men are Single

May 20, 2013 by Dr. Vibe 26 Comments

Dr. Vibe asks: Why are so many good Black men still single?

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The Cruelty of Children

May 19, 2013 by Cameron Conaway Leave a Comment

Renowned educator Vivian Paley on the hidden curriculum that reinforces feelings of inadequacy.

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Deep Thirst to Save the Shola

May 18, 2013 by Joshua Gray 1 Comment

Joshua Gray on the importance of protecting The Shola Forest in southern India.

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Black Gay Pastor Starts Loop Church

May 17, 2013 by Derrick Clifton Leave a Comment

Jamie Frazier is an openly gay Black man. He’s also a pastor.

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Do Something: Human Trafficking & the Bystander Effect

May 15, 2013 by Nannette Ricaforte 5 Comments

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Photographer Nannette Ricaforte on why she fights against human trafficking.

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Black Men & the Police

May 14, 2013 by Dr. Vibe 2 Comments

Dr. Vibe asks: How can we improve the relationship between black men and the police?

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Ten Years in the Rearview Mirror

May 13, 2013 by Erin Kelly 3 Comments

When it’s a matter of life, death and wheelchair accessible vans.

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Sergio Vieira de Mello ‘A Complicated Hero’ (TEDTalks VIDEO)

Political Scientist Samantha Power tells the story of a complicated hero, Sergio Vieira de Mello.

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Facing the Reality of Men Who’ve Been Raped By Women

An article in The Atlantic exposes the reality of male survivors who’ve been assaulted by females, including Don Draper, the main character in the show Mad Men.

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Courtnay Midkiff is Walking Cross Country to Raise Awarness of a Rare and Deadly Disease

For the past three months, 23-year-old Courtnay Midkiff has been on a journey, walking across the country for a cause that is special to his heart.

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Pregnant Boys: Chicago’s Teen Pregnancy Campaign Sparks Conversation

Chicago is shocking the world with its 2013 teen pregnancy prevention campaign, which features pregnant teenage boys.

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Supreme Court Rules Proof of Citizenship Not Required for Voter Registration

The Supreme Court has ruled against an Arizona law that requires voters to provide proof of citizenship in addition to a driver’s license before they can register to vote.

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