Finland ends homelessness and provides shelter for all in need - scoop.me In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. Why? The country applies the "Housing First" concept agains homelessness.

“In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. Those affected receive a small apartment & counselling with no preconditions. 4 out of 5 people affected make their way back to a stable life. And all this is CHEAPER than accepting homelessness.”

IT SAVES PUBLIC MONEY to house people.

Black Zine Fair Your engaging and descriptive copy for social media.

NYC! Come celebrate all things Black & independent publishing on Saturday, May 9! Black exhibitors & educators can gather, trade or sell zines, & exchange knowledge surrounding zine-making, publishing, & DIY culture. For more info, click the link:

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i can't help but think about 10 or 11 years ago when conservatives insisted that obama was uniquely anti-catholic because his administration thought that catholic-led orgs could just fill out a form if they didn't want to cover contraceptives in their health plans for employees.

Evergreen reminder: If you've enjoyed an indie book, a simple review across platforms can really do wonders for it. It helps provide legitimacy and helps other readers! It doesn't have to be a multi-paragraph essay, just a simple, "I liked this for these reasons!" is great.

Join thousands of library supporters taking action nationwide.

Follow us and help defend libraries, books, and the freedom to read.

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The ILRC was represented at the Birthright Citizenship Rally this AM at the nations capital by our resilient D.C. team!

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Exciting to stand alongside @newamericans.bsky.social to join hundreds of voices in demanding justice for our migrant communities.

For the record, I don’t use it and neither does my husband.

We are both published. He writes giant novels.

(Maybe we don’t count as ‘all authors’ to some people though coz hrmmmm reasons 🤔 )

#poetry #poetrycommunity

Yay! ❤️ glad you enjoyed the art!! I was also moved by his work

Yesss!! Memories of muddy outdoor concerts and having to lift my JNCO pant legs like the hems of a ballgown while wearing a baby T, choker, and buns in my hair. 😆

Skyrocketing demand forces food banks to reduce services, food portions Food banks across the country are being forced to scale back services at a time when Canadians need them the most, due to limited supplies.

“We need to see systemic change. I think there needs to be some serious action taken where people’s wages and income supports match the cost of living.”
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To whoever did this at the #NoKings in Boston: Thank you.❤️

It made me tear up. And we must to be reminded of needless damage to humanity that results directly from the careless, bellicose bluster coming from the Pentagon and White House.

Wow, it's almost like he's rebuking... somebody in particular. 😏

This is what solidarity looks like. #NoKings

Omg! Huge shoutout to San Francisco, CA! Ocean Beach, you crushed it! 🌊

Beyond inspiring to hear @brucespringsteen.net sing “Streets of Minneapolis” today at the Minnesota State Capitol for No Kings Day 3.0!

Here’s a small clip from his amazing performance:

FRANKLIN, TN… 👀

#NoKings

Ireland Paid Its Artists – Did It Work? While the visual arts remain in a fragile state, the government’s Basic Income for the Arts has helped make creative practice more viable

My latest piece for Frieze is on the Basic Income for the Arts scheme in Ireland. A fantastic success, the pilot has now been made permanent - a model for other EU countries to follow.

www.frieze.com/article/tom-...

#Frieze #BasicIncome

You would get so many more amazing books if you had Universal Basic Income. Not even the most dream-scenario AI could compete with the creativity of a world of authors no longer afraid of affording rent.

"Stacey Abrams at Albuquerque No Kings Rally on March 28, 2026"
Via Nash Jones/New Mexico in Focus #Burquesky #NoKings @staceyabrams.com
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Thank you for sharing TUMBLE! 🌵🏜️

Now get out and vote in the midterms like your life depends on it, because it does. #NoKings

A white poster board sign sporting a checklist - NO KINGS but green checks for books, art, empathy, love, and tacos

Sign held up by a hand reading END GOVERNMENT SANCTIONED MURDER in black red blue and white lettering

i too believe we should end government sanctioned murder

REVIEW: HAPPY NATIONAL WEED APPRECIATION DAY! ​The “weed” I’d like to highlight today is the tumbleweed. This picture book has few words, but tells a big story:

📚👍Happy #NationalWeedAppreciationDay! 🌱🌾
Of course I have a book to recommend & it's a great one! Here's my review of TUMBLE by @adriprints.bsky.social:
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#kidlit #picturebook #WhatToRead #bookreview #literacy #reading #educators #librarians #BooksForKids

I loved that book!!

Is this from wee free men?

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TOMORROW: Be a part of history! Show the world that the majority of Americans oppose the most corrupt, inept, criminal, orange "president" in U.S. History.

NO KINGS. Also: NO SERIAL LIARS/CONVICTED FELONS/ADJUDICATED RAPISTS & NO ILLEGAL WAR IN IRAN

Be there. Make your voices heard! 🇺🇸 ✊

#NO_KINGS