FORMER DEPUTY EDITOR

Shoshana Friedman

Shoshana radiates doing good, driven by a love for people and community. Among many topics, she writes about friendship, creativity, and healthy living.

10 Good Questions with Russell Simmons [Q&A]

Hip hop mogul, entrepreneur and philanthropist Russell Simmons is passionate about the arts as the co-founder of Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation.

9 Cities Around the World That Are Going Car-Free

Pedestrians and cyclists are taking back the streets in these innovative urban centers.

The 14-Year-Old On a Mission to Make Elderly Folks Smile

Good Doer Profile: High schooler Jacob Cramer founded the nonprofit Love for the Elderly, which distributes anonymous handwritten letters of kindness to senior citizens throughout the United States.

The 8 Defining Characteristics of a Best Friend

Everyone with a bestie will recognize these ever-important traits of what it means to be a true friend.

7 Animals Native to Canada That Aren’t Polar Bears

Canada is home to a range of beautiful and majestic creatures - how many do you recognize?

10 Reasons Why Nurses Are Awesome

These caring professionals have one of the most challenging and rewarding jobs out there. Here’s a shout out to all the nurses out there – you’re awesome!

4 Nonprofits with 4 Ideas on How to Save the Amazon

In a bid to protect one of the world's most precious resources, these four nonprofits use different methods to preserve the Amazon rainforest for future generations.

11 Houseplants That Clean the Air You Breathe

Freshen up your indoor spaces with purifying plants that remove unwanted toxins and pollutants from the air - and look pretty, too.

5 Nontraditional Schools Challenging Educational Norms

These schools are thinking outside-of-the-box to better educate and serve today’s youth.