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How can we “democratize wealth”? With a fund.

Over the last few years, I have worked on a project that has been one of the most intriguing and inspiring things I have ever been a part of: the creation and emergence of a community fund, from an idea to what became Kingston Common Futures.

Introducing Mitzy Clementina Bautista

Whether through relationship-building, collective learning, or reimagining how we share power and navigate conflict, Mitzy is dedicated to helping create the conditions for a more connected and equitable future.

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Meet Holly Kelly

Drawing on experiences as an activist, small business owner, photographer, and fundraiser, Holly is passionate about building relationships that support a more just and equitable future. Grounded in connection and creativity, they help ensure that the transformative work in our communities has the resources it needs not just to take root, but to grow.

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What Makes Work Good?

When we talk about why we’re named the Good Work Institute, we usually focus on the meaning of good work in the world. That through good work we can build and amplify our collective power to create regenerative communities.

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Making Change Through Small Actions

Báyò spoke about the cracks, the spaces outside of the extractive systems that we find ourselves in, the spaces we don’t anticipate, where we can discover something new if we can open ourselves up to it.

GWI’s Year in Review : 2025

2025 was a year of shifts and seismic shocks, meaningful celebrations and bone-deep gratitude, pivots, adaptation, and a maturation of our work and commitment to Just Transition.

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Inculcating Coordination

Inspired by Osita Nwanevu talking about his book, The Right of the People: Democracy and the Case for a New American Founding, Susan shares her reflections.