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** The Leaders of Tomorrow
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September 9, 2025
Nonprofits offer important building blocks for creating and sustaining a democratic society—and engaging volunteers helps nonprofits advance their democratic mission. In the sixth (and final) article in our series The Unexpected Value of Volunteers ([link removed]) , author Jan Masaoka highlights how nonprofit volunteerism contributes to our society.
Even journalism relies to some degree on the experience, expertise, or good faith of volunteers. Some news media ecosystems, such as those for and by Asian American Pacific Islander communities, have continued to evolve and push for AAPI participation in US democracy, despite repeated eras of discrimination and xenophobia. An article from NPQ’s latest series, The New Asian Diaspora Media: Defending Democracy Locally and Globally ([link removed]) , co-produced with Kavitha Rajagopalan, looks at the crucial role of AAPI community journalism today ([link removed]) .
Equally important to democratic society is a freely educated population. Teachers hold a vital role in the United States, but interest in the field is declining. Indiana and other states are reacting to the teacher shortage crisis ([link removed]) as federal support for education is particularly strained.
The strain on education doesn’t end with teachers. The Trump administration is pushing for changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program that could destabilize nonprofits by disincentivizing public service careers. But there’s still time to let your voice be heard. Comments are due to the Department of Education by September 17, and the National Council of Nonprofits provides a public comment guide ([link removed]) .
In solidarity,
Coty Poynter
Managing Editor
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** Must-Read Articles
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Volunteers and Nonprofits Are Drivers of Democracy
by Jan Masaoka
Nonprofits regularly depend on volunteers to meet their missions. Do you know what else depends on volunteers? Democracy.
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How Asian Diaspora Digital Community Media Advance Democratic Practice
by Kavitha Rajagopalan
Asian American community news media help their audiences participate in civic life, a role that has become even more important as immigrants face increased repression.
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Indiana Slashes Teacher Education Degrees amid a National Educator Shortage
by Aashna Miharia
Cuts to teacher education programs in Indiana mirror the national pressure placed on universities as the United States makes it harder for teachers to teach and for students to learn.
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Proposed PSLF Changes Would Undermine Nonprofits and Public Service Careers
by Lauren Girardin
The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program has helped nonprofit workers and organizations sustain their work. However, it is now one of the many programs the Trump administration is threatening.
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