Indigenous communities are already solving climate crises, but they need global funding to act decisively.
Both of these crises require new systems and structures that reflect our commitment to our blood and chosen families.
While tourists flock to Grenada for Carnival, lifelong residents are holding closely to Jab Jab, which symbolizes rebellion and liberation.
Inside a maximum security prison in Argentina, Liberté offers more than education and recreation for incarcerated people—it offers lessons in solidarity.
A wheel of climate emotions helps students navigate feelings about the climate crisis.
“Madres buscadoras” advocate for strategies, laws, and actions to locate their loved ones and prevent future disappearances.
Artists, writers, and cultural workers are fighting the genocide in Gaza on another front.
This is Patrick Blindauer’s last puzzle for YES! as he moves on to new projects. We would like to thank Patrick for all the engaging and thoughtful puzzles he’s contributed
Traditional buffalo hide painting memorializes matriarchs who lived their medicine.
As the sun sets over the Collegiate Peaks in central Colorado, John Edward Graybill blacks out the windows of his kitchen, which doubles as his studio. A single beam of
Tricia Hersey’s new book insists we have the power to refuse capitalism’s grind culture and instead prioritize rest.
Communities targeted by escalating right-wing violence are learning from their own histories how to keep each other safe.
There’s no denying the terror of this moment. But we will get through it with a love-filled movement focused on safety, security, and stability.
Appalachian Jews make the connection between climate disaster in Asheville, North Carolina, and U.S.-funded genocide in Gaza.
To live up to its stated ideals, the United States must finally cede power to the people.
Some localities are granting limited voting rights to noncitizens, especially on issues directly affecting them.
As we await election results, Vilissa Thompson reminds us that hope is a discipline that we cannot cede to despair.
A growing number of U.S. municipalities are making it possible for minors to vote.
No matter who wins the 2024 presidential race, immigrant rights advocates are laying the groundwork for long-term justice.
Even while trying to appeal to white women, Donald Trump and J.D. Vance continue to push policies that will harm them—and all women.
New citizens—whose votes may prove pivotal in swing states—are considering myriad issues as they cast their first ballots in a presidential election.
From the depths of the sea, whales are urging us to recognize our shared history, fate, and future, writes Michaela Harrison.
While Project 2025 would stymy climate data collection, a network of grassroots volunteers are braving hurricanes—including Milton and Helene—to collect and share local data that can ultimately save lives.
According to the actor and activist: “The choice is very clear: Do we vote for the future, or do we vote for burning up the planet?”
When hurricanes Helene and Milton decimated multiple states, incarcerated people were left to fend for themselves. That can’t happen again.
Inspiration in Your Inbox
Sign up to receive email updates from YES!
Our Vision to Create the Best Stories Imaginable
In 2025, we will temporarily pause the printing of YES! Magazine.
LEARN MOREHelp Fund Powerful Stories to Light the Way Forward
Donate to YES! today.