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Governments play a vital role in shaping policies and programs that affect the well-being of individuals and communities, and there are many positive developments in government initiatives worldwide. According to the World Bank, more than 160 countries have implemented social safety net programs to support vulnerable populations, and many countries have made progress in promoting gender equality, reducing corruption, and protecting human rights. In addition, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of participatory democracy, with many governments adopting measures to increase citizen engagement and participation in decision-making processes. These positive trends indicate that governments are taking proactive steps to address social and economic challenges, and that there is hope for a future where governments are more responsive to the needs and aspirations of their citizens. While there is still much work to be done to ensure that all people have access to good governance and effective leadership, these positive developments suggest that progress is being made towards a more equitable and just world.

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JUST VISION INC

Just Vision creates documentary films and multimedia tools to generate media coverage and support for Palestinian and Israeli nonviolence leaders working to end the occupation and resolve the conflict. Just Vision is a team of Palestinian, Israeli, North and South American journalists, human rights advocates and filmmakers working from Jerusalem, New York and Washington, DC.

Washington, District Of Columbia

CAPITOL COMMISSION INC

Capitol Commission’s mission is to provide a pastoral presence in the capitol communities of our nation. In these communities we purpose to reach every person with the gospel of Jesus Christ, to disciple them, and prepare them for a lifetime of ministry in whatever arena God chooses to place them.

Raleigh, North Carolina

Accountability Lab

Our goal is a world in which resources are used wisely, decisions benefit everyone fairly, and people lead secure lives.

Washington, District Of Columbia

Thomas More Law Center

The Thomas More Law Center defends and promotes America’s Judeo-Christian heritage and moral values, including the religious freedom of Christians, time-honored family values, and the sanctity of human life. It supports a strong national defense and an independent and sovereign United States of America. The Law Center accomplishes its mission through litigation, education, and related activities. It does not charge for its services. The Law Center is supported by contributions from individuals, corporations and foundations, and is recognized by the IRS as a section 501(c)(3) organization. You may reach the Thomas More Law Center at (734) 827-2001 or visit our website at www.thomasmore.org.

ANN ARBOR, Michigan

Spread The Vote

Spread The Vote aims to close the gap between registered voters and voter turnout by obtaining IDs, educating, and empowering voters. We believe that smarter voters are frequent voters.

Los Angeles, California

United American Patriots, Inc.

United American Patriots (UAP, Inc.), a Northern Virginia based non-profit organization designated under IRS regulation 501(c)(3), whose “Warrior Fund” mission is to provide resources to service members accused of crime in combat: the idea being our volunteers who serve in harm’s way to protect our United States Constitution and American way of life, deserve the most pristine of trials – especially every constitutional right they have served to protect.

Alexandria, Virginia

COMMUNITY INVESTMENT CORP

COMMUNITY INVESTMENT CORPORATION, Chicagoland's Leading Multifamily Rehab Lender, is a nonprofit providing mortgage financing to buy and rehab apartment buildings with five units or more in the 6-county metropolitan Chicago area. Since 1999 over 14,000 landlords and managers have completed CIC property management training to help them better market, manage and maintain affordable rental property. CIC also provides below-market financing for multifamily energy improvements in the Energy Savers program. Since 1984 CIC has loaned over $1.1 billion for acquisition and rehab of over 2000 buildings with 55,000 units. In 2012 CIC received the MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions.

Chicago, Illinois

Lincoln Council for International Visitors

Promoting global understanding through citizen diplomacy in Lincoln, Nebraska

Nebraska

Friends of Blackwater Inc.

Friends of Blackwater works to protect and promote natural beauty, diverse creatures, unique heritage, and the outdoor recreation economy in the Mid-Atlantic Allegheny Highlands -- home to the magnificent, 10,000-acre Blackwater Canyon – West Virginia’s “Scenic Crown Jewel.” Our professional staff and grass-roots citizen advocacy are a strong force for responsible conservation and sustainable progress in the Highlands.

Thomas, West Virginia

CENTRAL JERSEY LEGAL SERVICES INC

Central Jersey Legal Services provides free legal assistance in civil matters to very low income residents of Union, Middlesex, and Mercer Counties in New Jersey.

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey

ALLIANCE FOR AFFORDABLE ENERGY

Mission: The Alliance for Affordable Energy safeguards Louisiana’s future by protecting consumers’ right to an affordable, equitable, and environmentally responsible energy system. Vision: A future where energy works for everyone.

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana