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In the latest installment of our Interweaving series, filmmaker Alexandrine Benjamin speaks with Celine Schreiber about ...
02/12/2024

In the latest installment of our Interweaving series, filmmaker Alexandrine Benjamin speaks with Celine Schreiber about her short film N'AP Boule, which shines a light on Haiti’s maternal health crisis amidst political instability and violence. Through the lens of one couple’s harrowing journey, Benjamin brings critical attention to the struggles faced by expectant mothers and the urgent need for systemic change.

Read the full interview here: https://www.weavenews.org/stories/2024/11/25/interweaving-with-filmmaker-alexandrine-benjamin-bringing-haitis-maternal-health-crisis-to-light

Originally published in La Marea and translated for Weave News by John Collins, Fernando Luengo’s latest analysis examin...
01/12/2024

Originally published in La Marea and translated for Weave News by John Collins, Fernando Luengo’s latest analysis examines the implications of Donald Trump’s U.S. election victory for Europe. From shifting NATO priorities to the growing push for EU militarization, this piece challenges the dominant narrative and highlights the urgent need for a different approach. Read the full article at the link in our bio.

Kicking off our new mini-series Echoes & Algorithms, Celine Schreiber examines the complex intersection of AI and grassr...
11/11/2024

Kicking off our new mini-series Echoes & Algorithms, Celine Schreiber examines the complex intersection of AI and grassroots journalism. As AI reshapes the media landscape, this series explores how it challenges the authenticity and human connection at the core of community-based reporting. Can AI serve the mission of grassroots journalism without compromising its values? Read Part 1 of the mini-series now: https://www.weavenews.org/stories/2024/11/8/echoes-amp-algorithms-ais-impact-on-grassroots-journalism

In this piece for Weave News, Steve Peraza interviews public historian James J. Coughlin about his work uncovering the r...
06/11/2024

In this piece for Weave News, Steve Peraza interviews public historian James J. Coughlin about his work uncovering the roots of racial segregation in Buffalo, NY. Coughlin's research sheds light on how government policies, real estate practices, and urban renewal efforts entrenched racial divides in the city, with lasting impacts on Black communities. Read Coughlin's reflections on the historical forces shaping Buffalo’s landscape and the fight for housing justice today.

Read Steve's conversation with James Coughlin now: https://www.weavenews.org/stories/2024/11/4/interweaving-with-james-j-coughlin-the-roots-of-racial-segregation-in-buffalo-ny

Election Day matters – but so do the days after. At Weave News, we’re committed to telling the stories of justice, resil...
04/11/2024

Election Day matters – but so do the days after. At Weave News, we’re committed to telling the stories of justice, resilience, and the issues that impact us all. 🌍 No matter the outcome, we’re here to keep social justice at the center.

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In a historic win for climate justice, NYC is set to become the first major U.S. city to fully divest its pension funds ...
02/11/2024

In a historic win for climate justice, NYC is set to become the first major U.S. city to fully divest its pension funds from fossil fuels – a move three years in the making and fueled by relentless direct action from activists. Ryan Krugman delves into how groups like Planet Over Profit pushed NYC Comptroller Brad Lander toward this landmark decision. Read the full story now: https://www.weavenews.org/stories/2024/11/1/a-historic-win-for-nyc-climate-activists-shows-the-impact-of-direct-action

01/11/2024

We’re excited to announce our new partnership with the Media Freedom Foundation, marking Weave News’ transition to non-profit status! This collaboration empowers us to deepen our impact, amplify underreported stories, and build a stronger foundation for grassroots journalism. Read more on our website to learn about our mission and how you can support our work!

Thank you to everyone who supported our fundraiser! 🙏✨ Your contributions help sustain the independent, grassroots journ...
08/10/2024

Thank you to everyone who supported our fundraiser! 🙏✨ Your contributions help sustain the independent, grassroots journalism we are committed to at Weave News. Whether you donated, shared our posts, or cheered us on, we’re deeply grateful for your support. Together, we’ll continue amplifying underrepresented voices and bringing important stories to light. 🌍💛 This is just the beginning—stay tuned for more! "

At Weave News, our series cover a wide range of crucial topics—from grassroots movements and BIPOC experiences, to the i...
07/10/2024

At Weave News, our series cover a wide range of crucial topics—from grassroots movements and BIPOC experiences, to the impact of globalization, river guardianship, and the media's treatment of settler colonialism. 🌍✨ These series amplify underrepresented voices and stories that need to be heard.

But we can’t do it without your support! Your donations help us continue producing independent journalism, expand our coverage, and ensure the sustainability of this important work. Join us in making a difference—donate today: https://www.weavenews.org/donate

You asked, we answered! 💬 Here are the results from our IG story Q&A, where we talked about Weave News’ goals, how we’ll...
06/10/2024

You asked, we answered! 💬 Here are the results from our IG story Q&A, where we talked about Weave News’ goals, how we’ll use fundraiser contributions, and how you can get involved. Every donation helps us grow sustainably, expand our series, and support our amazing contributors. 🌍✨ Join us in making an impact—donate today: https://www.weavenews.org/donate

🌱 A $5,000 Challenge for Weavers! 🌱One of our amazing donors has pledged $5,000, but there’s a catch! We need 10 new rec...
05/10/2024

🌱 A $5,000 Challenge for Weavers! 🌱
One of our amazing donors has pledged $5,000, but there’s a catch! We need 10 new recurring donors to unlock this generous contribution by October 8th. 🎉

By setting up a monthly donation, you’re helping us plant the seeds for sustainable grassroots journalism. Your ongoing support ensures that Weave News can continue reporting on crucial issues and amplifying underrepresented voices. 🌍✨

Will you take on the challenge? Become a monthly donor today and help us unlock the $5,000 pledge! 💪Set up your recurring donation now: https://www.weavenews.org/donate

At Weave News, we believe in empowering our authors to create meaningful impact through journalism. 🌍✨ One of those succ...
03/10/2024

At Weave News, we believe in empowering our authors to create meaningful impact through journalism. 🌍✨ One of those success stories is Tom Grotewohl, who has been reporting on the critical issue of the proposed Copperwood Mine. His latest follow-up piece, How Many Drops in a Tidal Wave?, continues to shed light on this ongoing fight to protect Lake Superior and the Porcupine Mountains.
Read Tom's piece now: https://trello.com/c/kpPrLdgE/247-tom-grotewohl-how-many-drops-in-a-tidal-wave

This is why we do what we do: to give a platform to authors like Tom, who are not only informing the public but actively shaping the future of their communities. 💪✨

We need your support to continue uplifting stories like Tom’s. Help us reach our fundraiser goal by donating through the link in our bio. Every contribution strengthens independent journalism that matters. 🙌💧

One of our new authors in 2024 is Carmen Critelli, who just wrote a compelling piece titled Trieste’s Humanitarian Crisi...
02/10/2024

One of our new authors in 2024 is Carmen Critelli, who just wrote a compelling piece titled Trieste’s Humanitarian Crisis: At the Crossroads of Migration, highlighting the struggles faced by displaced individuals in Italy. 🌍✨ Read her powerful work now: https://trello.com/c/ZhpoKmCy/248-carmen-critelli-triestes-humanitarian-crisis-at-the-crossroads-of-migration

If you’d like to support more incredible journalism like Carmen’s, please consider donating through the link in our bio. Your contributions help us continue sharing these important stories. 🙌

We're proud of what we've accomplished together! 🎉 Check out some of the impressive milestones we’ve hit this year at We...
02/10/2024

We're proud of what we've accomplished together! 🎉 Check out some of the impressive milestones we’ve hit this year at Weave News: from the number of new authors to the stories we’ve published, it’s all thanks to YOU—our community of readers, supporters, and contributors. Every article, every voice, and every perspective brings us closer to a more just and informed world. 🌍✨ Help us keep growing by supporting our fundraiser—let’s continue making an impact together. 💥 Check out the website for more information and to donate: https://www.weavenews.org

Big things are happening at Weave News! We’re thrilled to announce that we are now officially an independent media organ...
01/10/2024

Big things are happening at Weave News! We’re thrilled to announce that we are now officially an independent media organization, thanks to the support of our new fiscal sponsor. This means donations go directly to us and are now tax-deductible! 🎉

Join us in celebrating this exciting new chapter by supporting our first independent fundraiser. Your contribution will help us continue amplifying underrepresented voices and delivering the grassroots journalism you love. To donate, just head to our website or follow the link in our bio! Let’s make an impact together! 💥

In this piece for Weave News, Steve Peraza analyzes Governor Kathy Hochul's speech at the Democratic National Convention...
09/09/2024

In this piece for Weave News, Steve Peraza analyzes Governor Kathy Hochul's speech at the Democratic National Convention, highlighting her remarks on runaway child care costs. As New Yorkers continue to struggle with affordability, Steve questions the governor's plans to address these issues in her own state.

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