Stand Down events are crucial initiatives designed to help traumatized Veterans overcome homelessness and reintegrate into society. These three-day gatherings provide essential medical, dental,

Stand Down events are crucial initiatives designed to help traumatized Veterans overcome homelessness and reintegrate into society. These three-day gatherings provide essential medical, dental, and legal services, but their primary impact lies in restoring a vital sense of community. Founder Dr. John Natchison aptly describes them as a "drug-free Woodstock combined with Maslow's hierarchy of needs and a family picnic."

With over 300 events across the U.S., Stand Down mobilizes 2,000 volunteers to welcome 1,000 Veterans at each session. Recognizing that Veterans disproportionately experience trauma, PTSD, substance abuse, and homelessness, these events foster the community and connection necessary for them to recover their purpose and passion.

Robin Wall Kimmerer, a botanist, professor, and enrolled member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, is the acclaimed author of *Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the

Robin Wall Kimmerer, a botanist, professor, and enrolled member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, is the acclaimed author of *Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants*. She serves as a SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor of Environmental Biology and founded the Center for Native Peoples and the Environment.

Kimmerer's significant contributions have earned her the John Burroughs Medal for outstanding nature writing and a MacArthur "genius" grant. Her research focuses on restoring ecological communities and our relationship with the land. She lives on an old farm in upstate New York, tending both cultivated and wild gardens.

In February 2010, Senator John Kerry (D-Mass.) shared outlines of the anticipated Kerry, Graham, Lieberman climate bill with Clean Skies News. He indicated the comprehensive legislation would be

In February 2010, Senator John Kerry (D-Mass.) shared outlines of the anticipated Kerry, Graham, Lieberman climate bill with Clean Skies News. He indicated the comprehensive legislation would be unveiled shortly.

This forthcoming bill aimed to address climate change, representing a collaborative effort among the senators involved.

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton met with Canadian Foreign Minister John Baird at the State Department on August 5, 2011. Their bilateral meeting focused on the Keystone Pipeline

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton met with Canadian Foreign Minister John Baird at the State Department on August 5, 2011. Their bilateral meeting focused on the Keystone Pipeline project.

Access video and a text transcript of the discussion.

On May 6, 2014, President Obama's Science Advisor, Dr. John Holdren, discussed the immediate and future impacts of climate change on Earth's resources.

For more information on climate

On May 6, 2014, President Obama's Science Advisor, Dr. John Holdren, discussed the immediate and future impacts of climate change on Earth's resources.

For more information on climate change, visit the Global Change website.

The Portland Development Commission (PDC) presents "Minority Entrepreneurs in Technology," a discussion on the challenges faced by minority entrepreneurs growing tech businesses in Portland. The

The Portland Development Commission (PDC) presents "Minority Entrepreneurs in Technology," a discussion on the challenges faced by minority entrepreneurs growing tech businesses in Portland. The video features Andres Montgomery (Dreem Digital), James Pritchett (Glance ID), Dwayne Johnson (Ideal Portland), and Ben Berry (AirShip Technologies), alongside Patrick Quinton from PDC.

This insightful discussion highlights their experiences and the support needed for success in the technology sector. Produced by John Cárdenas at the Portland Development Commission, this video was published on November 28, 2012. For more information, visit the Portland Development Commission.

Times Documentaries presents one man's challenging journey to secure health insurance in the era of the Affordable Care Act.

Produced by Emma Cott, John Woo, and Abby Goodnough. Read the

Times Documentaries presents one man's challenging journey to secure health insurance in the era of the Affordable Care Act.

Produced by Emma Cott, John Woo, and Abby Goodnough. Read the full story here.

Published on June 20, 2015. Subscribe to the Times Video newsletter for a free, handpicked selection of the best videos weekly: http://bit.ly/timesvideonewsletter

Leif Wenar, author of "Blood Oil: Tyrants, Violence, and the Rules That Run the World," delivered a talk at Town Hall Seattle on January 27, 2016. He argued that the principle "might makes right"

Leif Wenar, author of "Blood Oil: Tyrants, Violence, and the Rules That Run the World," delivered a talk at Town Hall Seattle on January 27, 2016. He argued that the principle "might makes right" must be retired. Wenar serves as the Chair of Philosophy Law at King's College London, having studied at Stanford and Harvard under John Rawls, Robert Nozick, and T.M. Scanlon.

His expertise includes property rights and international ethics. For more details on his work, visit his King's College London profile or CleanTrade.org. "Blood Oil" is available for purchase via Amazon or at your local bookstore.

This excerpt is from Professor Leif Wenar's January 27th presentation in Seattle. The full speech is

This excerpt is from Professor Leif Wenar's January 27th presentation in Seattle. The full speech is available here. Wenar is the author of Blood Oil: Tyrants, Violence, and the Rules That Run the World.

He holds the Chair of Philosophy & Law at Kings College London, where he has worked since 1997. A Stanford alumnus, he completed his doctoral thesis at Harvard with John Rawls, Robert Nozick, and T.M. Scanlon.

This excerpt was produced by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv, Voices of Sustainability. Learn more and get involved in the Clean Trade movement at cleantrade.org.

Growing concern about beef's environmental impact faces political backlash, driving new climate commitments. Food and climate experts will discuss the climate science of beef, exploring effective

Growing concern about beef's environmental impact faces political backlash, driving new climate commitments. Food and climate experts will discuss the climate science of beef, exploring effective solutions, regenerative practices, and emission reduction strategies. They will also examine carbon markets, consumer awareness, and how cultural factors influence the debate.

Renowned experts Dr. Jonathan Foley (Project Drawdown), Dr. Matthew Hayek (NYU), and Dr. Silvia Secchi (University of Iowa) will lead this discussion. Sign up for our Food X e-newsletter: https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/programs/population_and_sustainability/food-x/