Yes! Magazine

Yes! Magazine is a nonprofit, independent publication focused on solutions journalism, highlighting stories that promote social justice, environmental sustainability, and community resilience. Founded in 1996, the magazine covers a wide range of topics, including climate change, economic inequality, racial justice, and grassroots activism. Yes! Magazine emphasizes actionable solutions and positive change, offering in-depth articles, essays, and interviews that inspire readers to engage with and support transformative initiatives. The platform aims to provide a counter-narrative to mainstream media by focusing on hope, empowerment, and the potential for collective action to create a more just and sustainable world. It also offers educational resources and a newsletter to keep readers informed and motivated.

1. The World Is Burning—Does the YES! Approach Still Matter?

   A Final Word from YES! Founding Editor on What We Hoped for and What Comes Next

2. Beyond Criminality in the U.S. Immigration System

   There is little recourse when a visa application is denied because of a criminal background. In order to overhaul the U.S. immigration system, it is vital for the country to nix the idea of criminality altogether.

3. Lessons From the Māori and Japanese Peoples on Grieving Pregnancy Loss

   Abortion in a world where reproductive justice is realized means allowing each person full autonomy over their pregnancy decision.

4. Messages of Fierce Hope From the Global South

   An offering of inspiration from activists in the Global South, including Mexico, Lebanon, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand to help people in the U.S. navigate these difficult times.

5. Boycotts Are Back: Queer Travelers Fight Bigotry With Their Wallets

   For decades, queer communities have used boycotts to combat erasure and demand liberation.

6. Growing Up On the Migration Route

   For many migrant families, shelters near the U.S.–Mexico border are becoming more critical as immigration becomes more fraught.

7. Recovering Lost Stories From Trans History

   Forgotten or destroyed trans narratives can still foster change for future trans generations.

8. The Freedom to Choose Hysterectomy

   This form of care can be hard to access for those who have a uterus in a medical system built for cis women having babies.

9. St. Louis Says “Not Another Nickel” to Human Rights Violators

   A new grassroots effort is challenging the city to strip companies such as Boeing and ICL of tax exemptions.

10. Voters Demand a Bolder and More Progressive Democratic Party

    Around the U.S., progressive candidates are preparing to run for office and push for a liberal opposition that lives up to its ideals.

11. Educators Fight Suppression to Teach America’s Real History

    To fill the growing vacuum of history education in the U.S., racial justice organizers are offering truth-based curricula.

12. Beyond the Rainbow

    When we interrogate the symbolism of the LGBTQ flag, we can disrupt the myth that queer communities have always been harmonious.

13. Colombian Activists Destigmatize Drug Use—and Make It Safer

    After a failed War on Drugs, Échele Cabeza is working to protect drug consumers rather than penalize them.

14. Self-Determined: Solidarity in Sovereignty

    Less than four months into the second Trump presidency, we’ve witnessed a barrage of destructive policies, aggressive actions, and increasingly alarming rhetoric driven by greed and authoritarian ambition. While I

15. Indigenous Stewards Reclaim Prison Land

    The Appalachian Rekindling Project purchased land in Kentucky that was designated for a federal prison.