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Quiet quitting. High turnover. A disengaged workforce. Businesses are facing a talent crisis, and most don’t even know why. Harvard’s Michael Horn breaks down the four key reasons people leave and what companies can do to stop it.

Quiet quitting. High turnover. A disengaged workforce. Businesses are facing a talent crisis, and most don’t even know why. Harvard’s Michael Horn breaks down the four key reasons people leave, and what companies can do to stop it.

Stand Together Foundation is proud to partner with Realize The Dream to continue the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. At a time when America feels divided, most people still share the desire to make a meaningful impact in our communities. In the pages of USA Today, Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King, and Stand Together Chairman and CEO Brian Hooks wrote that, together, we are working to inspire and empower individuals to connect deeply, take action, and work together to build the solutions our communities and our country need. The campaign has set an ambitious goal of achieving 100 million hours of service by 2029, commemorating Dr. King's 100th birthday. https://bit.ly/3Ed4K2t

It takes a team to create real change. With 300+ volunteers, Stephen and Ayesha Curry’s foundation, Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation, Realize The Dream, the MLK Jr. family, and the NBA, East Oakland Pride students now have a schoolyard designed to help them dream big.

For thousands of young people aging out of foster care each year, the transition to adulthood is abrupt and isolating. While most 18-year-olds still rely on their parents for guidance, foster youth are often left to navigate life alone—armed with little more than a workshop and a binder of life skills. But what if the key to success isn't just information, but relationships? Foster Nation is proving that meaningful, one-on-one mentorship can transform outcomes for young adults leaving the foster system. By prioritizing trust, consistency, and mutual growth, these relationships help mentees build confidence, develop life skills, and find the support they’ve often lacked. The impact is real: increased financial stability, academic success, and a renewed sense of belonging. Every young person deserves someone in their corner. Could mentorship be the missing piece in helping foster youth thrive? 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eK3-xbgS

From face recognition to predictive policing, AI is shaping law enforcement. Here’s what’s working and what’s not.

The hitmakers behind Beyoncé’s “Irreplaceable” and Katy Perry’s “Firework” built a new kind of music academy — no teachers, no degrees, just hands-on collaboration and nonstop creation. Could this be a model of transformation in every industry?

Seven bold entrepreneurs. One life-changing opportunity. The NBA Foundation All-Star Pitch Competition isn’t just about winning—it’s about unlocking potential and driving real change in communities.

Chad Houser, Founder and CEO of Café Momentum, has been named the 2025 Humanitarian of the Year by The James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Awards! Stand Together community partner Café Momentum is transforming the lives of justice-involved youth with a unique internship model set in a fine dining restaurant that combines culinary training, life skills, and mental health support. Starting in Dallas, they’ve expanded to Pittsburgh and Atlanta, with Denver set to open in 2026 and a goal of 10 brick-and-mortar locations nationwide by 2035. This honor recognizes Chad’s unwavering commitment to empowering youth and building strong, safe communities. Congratulations, Chad!

School zoning is one of the most overlooked barriers to educational opportunity. In the U.S., where you live determines where you go to school—tying education access to housing costs and deepening historical economic and racial divides. Unlike public parks, libraries, or hospitals, public schools remain one of the few services restricted by address. Families with the means to move to high-performing districts benefit, while lower-income families are often locked out of better opportunities. Some parents resort to address sharing, risking legal consequences just to give their children a fair shot. Advocates are pushing for an end to school zoning by 2030, arguing that true educational equality isn't just about desegregation—it’s about freedom. Eliminating school boundary lines could expand access, close opportunity gaps, and give every child the chance to reach their full potential, regardless of where they live. Should a child’s future be determined by their zip code? It’s time to rethink how we define equal access to education: https://lnkd.in/eKXnSYm2