Resilience

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A diverse crowd finds solace and community at a poetry healing event in Bryant Park on a cool autumn evening.

Bryant Park hosts poetry healing event with Dr. Danielle Ofri

Over 150 New Yorkers gathered in Bryant Park on a crisp October evening, drawn not by a concert or market, but by the promise of solace in poetry readings focused on healing and resilience.

Ananya Sharma·September 1, 2026

Diverse social workers collaborating to build a resilient community, offering support and planning in the aftermath of a disaster, symbolizing hope and global impact.

Living Well

The Two Fronts of Social Work: A Grand Mission vs. a Grinding Reality

Social work is defined by a tension between its ambitious societal mission, like the Grand Challenges, and the daily struggles of practitioners facing high caseloads and emotional strain. Bridging this gap requires supporting both communities and the professionals serving them.

Ananya Sharma·June 5, 2026

A lone figure contemplates a stormy sea, symbolizing the profound emotional journey through grief and loss.

The Reading Room

Jesmyn Ward's New Book 'On Witness and Respair' Explores Grief

In her new collection, 'On Witness and Respair,' Jesmyn Ward confronts the devastating loss of her husband in early 2020 to COVID-19, alongside the global pandemic and the murder of George Floyd.

Ananya Sharma·May 18, 2026