We’ve talked about how housing is important for health. We’ve talked about how we can improve access to housing through stimulation of production through the LIHTC. We’ve talked about how we can improve access through vouchers and...

Learn how historical and systemic practices, like redlining and housing covenants, have contributed to ongoing housing disparities for Black families in the United States. Discover potential solutions, such as stricter enforcement of the...

Dr. Forrester explains what a public service is and why it is an important part of communities. She gives an overview of all of the jobs both the policemen and firefighters perform.

Embark on a journey with the Five Keys Mobile Classroom, a unique educational initiative providing hope and change to underserved communities. Follow the stories of individuals who found a second chance at education, breaking free from...

Explore the inspiring story of a couple from Flint, Michigan, who defied stereotypes to become the youngest African-American authors on the New York Times list. Their narrative sheds light on overlooked neighborhoods, embodying Black...

Even before a child is born in the US, their race plays a huge part in how they'll experience heat and pollution. It starts with America's history of racist housing policies that segregated families of color into undesirable...

The Tehran municipality’s ‘bureau of beautification’ has painted hundreds of murals across the city, showing blue skies and idealised countryside images – even as the capital bulldozes its traditional buildings. Award-winning artist...

This video features a Public Information Specialist who is passionate about connecting inner-city audiences to their environment and educating them about water resources. He shares his advice for students interested in pursuing a career...

Researchers are mapping local 'food environments' to show the relationship between income, where you live and obesity. The FT meets the people using this data to help change shopping and eating habits.

Much attention is focused on precision medicine - tailoring drugs to specific diseases. But the bigger public health issue is chronic disease often related to socio-economic factors. Are we properly allocating resources to improve...

Welcome to this educational video about Berlin, the vibrant capital of Germany. In this video, we will explore the exuberant urban life and vibrant arts scene that make Berlin truly unique. Known as the hipster city of Europe, Berlin is...

Karl Alexander received his B.A. degree from Temple University and his Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He spent spent his entire academic career at Johns Hopkins. He has been President of the...

Today you’ll get impressive ideas for discussing neighborhood improvements on IELTS.

This video serves as English listening comprehension practice for lower-level students. In this video, a native English speaker talks slowly and clearly about the topic of neighborhoods. The subtitles are included at the bottom of the...

Join us on a captivating journey through Lisbon, Europe's most scenic capital, as we delve into its vibrant culture, rich history, and mouthwatering cuisine. In this video, we will take you on a virtual tour of Lisbon's iconic landmarks,...

In the 'food deserts' of Memphis, Tennessee, dominated by fast food outlets and convenience stores, locals lack what seems a basic human right in the richer half of the city: a supermarket. With a big gap in life expectancy, are these...

Food Works provides opportunities to young people to make a difference in their communities. The youth comes from a diverse background, 14 to 21 years in age, they learn valuable skills how to communicate more effectively with adults,...

We’ve talked about how housing is important for health. We’ve talked about how we can improve access to housing through stimulation of production through the LIHTC. We’ve talked about how we can improve access through vouchers and...

While we’re all probably aware that we’re sometimes exposed to air pollution in one way or another, we generally assume that some official (you know, like from the EPA) is keeping tabs on it to make sure it isn’t excessive. However, a...

Professor Richard Brooks (NYU Law) explains how systemic racism of the past continues to haunt the present.<br/>

Jennifer Richeson is a psychology researcher at Northwestern University who focuses on prejudice, stereotyping and intergroup relations. Her work involves examining issues ranging from how racial bias manifests in the mind, the body and...

We’re talking about housing for four weeks, thanks to the support of the RWJF! The Low Income Housing Tax Credit (last week’s episode topic) stimulates production in order to increase the supply of affordable housing available to poorer...