Action Projects
Action Projects are civic ventures led by Humanity in Action Fellows designed to drive change in their communities.
Action Projects are a core and required component of a Humanity in Action Fellowship. Each Action Project transforms Fellowship insights into tangible community impact and embodies three core tenets—facilitating dialogue, cultivating understanding, and inspiring action. They are implemented in communities across Europe, the United States, and beyond, addressing local challenges with global perspectives. The projects span diverse focus areas—from educational initiatives and artistic interventions to policy advocacy and community organizing—reflecting Fellows’ unique expertise and local needs. Humanity in Action equips Fellows with project development mentorship and networking opportunities through a dedicated support program. A completed Action Project is the entry point to the Humanity in Action Senior Fellows network.
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Who Is That Muslim Woman?
Maryam Abdelalim observed how Islamophobia has been rising in the political atmosphere of the Netherlands and particularly how hijabi's were being unjustly censorsed and stereotyped. In response, she created a safe space for women to share their own stories. Her Action Project culminated in the event Who Is The Muslim Woman?, held at Pakhuis de Zwijger as part of the Diaspora Dialogues Series.
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Lola Popoola - Sharing voices of Black womxn in research zine “Expressions!”
Why is qualitative knowledge, especially the personal narratives of Black womxn, undervalued in research? This question drove Lola Popoola to launch “Expressions!”, a self-published research zine project centered on the internal worlds of Black womxn.
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Need To Know & Need To Grow: Medical Provider Knowledge Of Intersex Traits
A study of knowledge gaps medical providers have regarding intersex traits & how that impacts the experience of health and of medical care.
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Engaging Youth in Community Science to Advance Environmental and Mental Health
Community science empowers youth as real scientists solving real problems: this research explored students’ global data inquiry experiences
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A Migrants’ Manual for BiH and the EU
Bosnia and Herzegovina is a key transit country for migrants heading toward the European Union, yet reliable information about rights and available services is limited. To address this gap, the Fellows created A Migrants’ Manual for BiH and the EU—a practical guide designed to help people on the move access essential resources and protect their rights.
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Multiple Paths to a Future: Can Flags Connect?
Eli and Mari are artists and students who have been exploring the topic of symbolic power in public spaces, with a specific focus on flags.
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Family Building Frontiers
Family Building Frontiers is a public health participatory action project envisioning a more equitable future of fertility care.
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The Old Lie
The Od Lie is an online magazine committed to highlighting the harsh realities of war through the medium of poetry.
