On April 4, 2014, Nan Roman, President and CEO of the National Alliance to End Homelessness, presented a national perspective on

On April 4, 2014, Nan Roman, President and CEO of the National Alliance to End Homelessness, presented a national perspective on homelessness.

She explored the causes and nature of this complex problem, examining emerging evidence-based solutions and their impact on communities. Roman also addressed the feasibility of ending homelessness, considering the necessary knowledge, capacity, and public and political will.

As a leading national voice on homelessness, Roman's organization partners with over 10,000 agencies nationwide.

The Global Ethics Forum's opening ceremony, hosted by Christoph Stückelberger (Executive Director and Founder of Globethics.net), was held in Bangalore, India, from January 3-5. The event focused

The Global Ethics Forum's opening ceremony, hosted by Christoph Stückelberger (Executive Director and Founder of Globethics.net), was held in Bangalore, India, from January 3-5. The event focused on "Equal in an Unequal World: The Value of Values in Responsible Business."

The 2014 conference at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) featured influential high-profile leaders. Speakers represented business, government, academia, and civil society, including international chairs Walter Fust, S.D. Shibulal, and Mervyn King, alongside other prominent experts.

Democracy Now reported on the People's Climate Movement, a historic march in New York City that gathered indigenous, labor, and faith groups. Expected to be the largest climate change protest in

Democracy Now reported on the People's Climate Movement, a historic march in New York City that gathered indigenous, labor, and faith groups. Expected to be the largest climate change protest in history, organizers anticipated over 100,000 participants.

This massive demonstration, part of 2,000 global solidarity events, occurred ahead of a United Nations climate summit. The broadcast featured discussions with key leaders from the labor, indigenous, faith, and climate justice communities. Watch the full segment on Democracy Now.

Conservation Talks feature short clips from leading minds in conservation. In this installment, Dr. Jane Lubchenco, the first female administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric

Conservation Talks feature short clips from leading minds in conservation. In this installment, Dr. Jane Lubchenco, the first female administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), discusses what she sees as the biggest challenge facing conservation science in a rapidly changing world.

Dr. Lubchenco's rare resumé includes serving as the first female president of the International Council for Science, president of the American Association for the Advancement of Science and the Ecological Society of America, and a member of the National Science Board. She is also a Distinguished Professor of Zoology at Oregon State University, with academic residencies at institutions like Stanford and Harvard.

At the BSR Conference 2014, President and CEO Aron Cramer delivered the opening speech, addressing the profound transformation impacting business models, markets, products, and personal

At the BSR Conference 2014, President and CEO Aron Cramer delivered the opening speech, addressing the profound transformation impacting business models, markets, products, and personal relationships. He stressed the necessity of engaging "hearts, heads, and hands" to navigate these shifts.

Transparency was highlighted as a second key conference theme. Cramer challenged participants to explore how transparency can be effectively transformed into a strategic advantage and valuable asset for businesses.

Portland is experiencing an unprecedented architectural boom, impacting citizens across many neighborhoods. While the city's Design Review process evaluates new buildings, its most stringent

Portland is experiencing an unprecedented architectural boom, impacting citizens across many neighborhoods. While the city's Design Review process evaluates new buildings, its most stringent oversight applies only to downtown and a few inner districts.

A panel will explore how Design Review functions, its effectiveness, and potential expansion city-wide. Experts Michael McCullouch, Guenevere Millius, and John Russell will share insights, with Randy Gragg moderating the discussion.

Anndrea Herrmann, President of the Hemp Industries Association, was interviewed by the Investing News Network on May 16, 2014. She discussed hemp regulations and the challenges her organization

Anndrea Herrmann, President of the Hemp Industries Association, was interviewed by the Investing News Network on May 16, 2014. She discussed hemp regulations and the challenges her organization faces.

Herrmann elaborated on hemp regulations in the United States and globally, addressing difficulties in public education. She also provided an overview of hemp's many interesting uses.

Published on February 19, 2015, the discussion "Dissecting the Diversity Problem: How Can Leadership Make an Impact?" addressed the critical lack of representation in digital technology. Despite

Published on February 19, 2015, the discussion "Dissecting the Diversity Problem: How Can Leadership Make an Impact?" addressed the critical lack of representation in digital technology. Despite the ubiquity of tech, its creators—who increasingly influence policy—rarely reflect the populations most impacted. Women and people of color comprise less than 30% of STEM professionals, a figure that has declined since 1990, highlighting a systemic failure.

This vital conversation, under the theme "Technology for the People, by the People," featured insights from U.S. CTO Megan Smith, FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel, New America President Anne-Marie Slaughter, and Code for Progress Program Director Aliya Rahman. The panel also included Open Technology Institute's Georgia Bullen and was moderated by Alan Davidson.