Eric Ortiz

Eric Ortiz is the head of content and strategy at Big Edition. Prior to joining Big Edition (formerly Granite Media), he was an editor at ESPN.com, the founding editor of NESN.com (New England Sports Network's website) and a managing editor at Truthdig. He also was a John S. Knight Journalism Fellow at Stanford University, ran his own tech media startup and wrote a children's book about community building with his 8-year-old daughter and 5-year-old son called "How the Zookalex Saved the Village." When Eric is not working on Big Edition or giving back to his community, he likes to exercise, cook, read, write and have fun with his family.

The Power to Change Today's Youth Story

Happy teenage boy smiling at the camera while leading a march against climate change. Group of multiethnic youth activists protesting against global warming. Teenagers joining the global climate strike.

We can create opportunities for young people to make the right decisions, so they get "clout" for strengthening their communities instead of hurting them.

How Youth and Community News Can Help Restore Faith in Media

Many communities in the United States need more access to quality news and information.

Everyone Deserves a Good Education

We need to give all students an opportunity to succeed.

Minneapolis Can Shock the World With a Great Comeback

The city has an opportunity to make history.

The Best of Humanity Is All Around Us

We just have to choose to see it.

The Secret to Being Happy

Little Boy Smiling at the camera in Campground

It starts with inner strength.

Ella Baker Showed Us the Way to Promote Human Rights

Ella Baker, official of the Southern Conference Educational Fund, speaks at the Jeannette Rankin news conference on Jan. 3, 1968. (AP Photo/Jack Harris)

The civil rights icon used wisdom and determination to move the freedom movement and make a difference in America.

A New Kind of Teaching and Learning Experience

Big things are happening with students learning to think globally and act locally.

Focus on What's Strong to Build Community, Not What's Wrong

This is what sustainable community building looks like and how we create change.

Meghan Markle Before Prince Harry and the Royal Family Years

What was Meghan Markle like before she met Prince Harry? You might be surprised.

Rare Bob Marley Photos Show the Power of 'One Love'

Bob Marley was more than just a music pioneer. The Jamaican reggae star was an ambassador for peace around the world.