Minneapolis, MN. - February 18, 2009 - Finding life after leprosy. Addressing the global food crisis. Mending congenital heart defects in children. These are just a few of the topics covered in the newest issue of NEED magazine, an award-winning, visually stunning publication devoted to telling stories of hope and humanitarian work worldwide.

Founded in 2006, NEED profiles humanitarian efforts in a dignified and artistic way, generating awareness and inspiring involvement among readers.

"We believe our new issue is the best yet," said Stephanie Kinnunen, editor in chief. "In today’s world it can seem overwhelming to act on global problems like natural disaster or human sex trafficking. It is our hope that NEED opens readers' eyes to the incredible work being done in the world, and gives them tangible ways in which to respond."

Stories of hope appearing in NEED magazine's issue six include:

Pulse of Life: Cardiac surgeons mend children's congenital heart defects and form worldwide partnerships through Children’s HeartLink.

Shoveling out Haiti: Local and international volunteers collaborate through Hands On Disaster Response (HODR) after devastating storms flood a village.

Destroyed in a Week: Relief from Action Against Hunger, Mercy Corps and United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) keeps Georgians alive after the destruction of war.

Lost Boys Return: Children return to heal Sudan with the help of Samaritan's Purse Canada.

Relearning Trust: Trafficked girls gain a family of sisters in freedom through the Peace Rehabilitation Center in Nepal.

Revealing Ability: Inclusion Solutions, Higher Ground and the Disability Foundation promote simple accessibility solutions for people with disabilities to achieve everyday and extraordinary goals.

Outcasts and Acceptance: DEVA International Society for Child Care and Rising Star Outreach facilitate a community of acceptance and belonging to those affected by leprosy.

Nourishment: Four perspectives on how locally grown food can alleviate the global food crisis.

Dialogue with James Nachtwey: The internationally renowned photographer shares his wish for the world.

Photography: NEED's new issue includes arresting visuals from globally known photographers including Paul Corbit Brown, John Abernathy, Christopher Tyree, Stephen M. Katz, Yan Seiler and Nathan G.

Issue six of NEED magazine is now available in Barnes & Noble and other independent booksellers. Single issues are $9, and yearly subscriptions (four issues) are $27, available at www.needmagazine.com.

About NEED Communications, Inc.
NEED Communications, Inc. is a Minneapolis-based media company committed to being the leading source of stories of hope from the humanitarian field. Founded in 2006 by Kelly and Stephanie Kinnunen, NEED seeks to support humanitarian efforts worldwide by generating awareness through its award-winning, quarterly magazine and other digital media entities, including its Web site and blog. For more information, please visit NEED;s Web site at www.needmagazine.com.

NEED Communications, Inc.

NEED Communications, Inc.

About NEED Communications, Inc. NEED Communications, Inc. is a Minneapolis-based media company committed to being the leading source of stories of hope from the humanitarian field. Founded in 2006 by Kelly and Stephanie Kinnunen, NEED seeks to support humanitarian efforts worldwide by generating awareness through its award-winning, quarterly magazine and other digital media entities, including its Web site and blog. For more information, please visit NEED's Web site at www.needmagazine.com.

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