American Refugee Committee
www.arcrelief.org/
A Minnesota-based organization, the American Refugee Committee works with refugees, displaced people, and those at risk to help them survive crises and rebuild lives of dignity, health, security, and self-sufficiency.

Medecins Sans Frontières  www.doctorswithoutborders.org/education/bol/index.html
Bracelet of Life Campaign. Students can see how doctors use this bracelet to test for malnutrition.

Refugee Camp Virtual Tour  www.doctorswithoutborders.org/education/refugeecamp/index.cfm
Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has created an outdoor educational exhibit called “A Refugee Camp in the Heart of Your City” and is taking it to major metropolitan areas around the United States. 

The United Nations High Commission for Refugees
www.unhcr.org
Leads and coordinates international action to protect refugees and resolve refugee problems worldwide.  Their primary purpose is to safeguard the rights and well-being of refugees. They strive to ensure that everyone can exercise the right to seek asylum and find safe refuge in another State, with the option to return home voluntarily, integrate locally or to resettle in a third country.


BULLYING AND GANGS

Bully B’ware
www.bullybeware.com
Information, stories and action plans on bullying and strategies for safer schools.

Gangstyle
www.gangstyle.com
For current and former gang members who are seeking a supportive, healthier community beyond the gang.  It showcases gang poetry, artwork, and discussion boards – proving that gang members are talented, creative youth eager to share their stories.

Helping Gang Youth 
www.helpinggangyouth.com
The author specifically targets Native American communities, but it is applicable to all youth. This site has practical advice on creating support networks for young people who are in gangs or are former members.

Mix It Up 
www.tolerance.org/teens/about.isp
A project of the Southern Poverty Law Center, Mix It Up is an action kit designed to get kids thinking about cliques in their schools and encourage them to “mix it up” in the cafeteria, on the playground, and in the streets.

National Youth Gang Center 
www.iir.com/nygc
Statistics about gangs in the U.S.  Its up-to-date information helps to dispel common misperceptions about gangs and gang members.

Pacer Center’s Kids Against Bullying 
www.pacerkidsagainstbullying.org
Play games, watch videos, enter contests, read other kids’ experiences and learn how to spot and stop bullying.

Southern Poverty Law Center 
www.tolerance.org
Contains articles and resources that teach about poverty and discrimination. The curriculum, “The Power of Words” uses simple exercises to teach about common misperceptions and stereotypes.

Stop Bullying Now 
http://stopbullyingnow.hrsa.gov/index.asp
Interactive website designed to teach students how to identify, prevent, and recover from bullying. It includes original “webisodes” – mini cartoons that depict examples of bullying.


CHILD SOLDIERS

Amnesty International  
www.amnestyusa.org/child_soldiers/index.do
Involved in a campaign against children being used as soldiers. Their website has links to articles and resources focused on bringing awareness to the issue of child soldiers.

Coalition To Stop The Use Of Child Soldiers 
www.child-soldiers.org
Exposes the use of child soldiers in many countries and seeks to end the practice, as well as find ways to integrate child soldiers back into their communities.

Epals.com 
www.epals.com/waraffectedchildren/
This Canadian website for students and teachers includes well-laid out and easy to read information in eight languages.

Free The Children 
www.freethechildren.com
Provides lots of information, firsthand quotes from child victims, useful links, as well as inspiration and guides to take  action.

Human Rights Watch 
hrw.org/reports/2005/westafrica0405
Explains the factors that make children vulnerable to being soldiers and how you can help stop this practice. Their detailed report about child soldiers in West Africa, “Youth, Poverty and Blood: The Lethal Legacy of West Africa’s              Regional Warriors” is available online.

Office of the Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Children in Armed Conflict 
www.un.org/special-rep/children-armed-conflict/English/ChildSoldiers.html 
Details the atrocities that children must deal with during and after their lives as child soldiers, as well as the responses that have been made by the UN.

The Red Cross 
www.icrc.org/eng/children
This website is devoted specifically to children in war. The Red Cross is dedicated to providing children in war zones with food, water, and health care, as well as making efforts to reunite lost children with their families. Preventing the use of children as soldiers is a primary concern of the Red Cross in areas of conflict.

War Child 
www.warchild.org/news/news.html
A network of independent organizations working across the world to help children affected by war. This alternative website features concerts, music, photo expositions and other artistic rebuttals to children in war.

Voices of Child Soldiers 
www.hrw.org/campaigns/crp/voices.htm
This website is dedicated to giving voices to the child victims of war. 


CONFLICT AND WAR

Bombs Away 
www.pgs.ca/www.bombsaway.ca/
A youth-driven campaign whose goal is to make people aware of the dangers of nuclear weapons and U.S. plans for a National Missile Defense System.

The Central Committee for Conscientious Objectors  (CCCO) www.objector.org/awol.html
The CCCO’s programs include “Military out of our Schools” and the Third World Outreach Program.  Their mission is to address the historical relationships between Third World people and militarism, establish community-wide dialogues on issues of military recruiting, and to work in coalition with other national and local groups to organize and fight the “economic conscription” of young people.

Global Security Institute 
www.gsinstitute.org
Targets influential businesses to promote the global elimination of nuclear weapons. Go to the “Action Center” to participate in a peace initiative.

International Action Network on Small Arms 
www.iansa.org
This global network of organizations is looking to end the proliferation and misuse of small arms and light weapons. Download activist toolkits and fact sheets and join a campaign.

International Atomic Energy Agency 
www.iaea.org
Find out how this center for nuclear cooperation is working towards safe and peaceful use of nuclear technologies. Click on publications, news, or data center to conduct research on this topic.

International Campaign to Ban Landmines 
www.icbl.org
An international network of over 1,200 non-governmental organizations in 60 countries is spearheading a global ban on landmines. Visit the youth action forum to find out how youth have played a leading role in this movement.

Human Rights Watch 
www.hrw.org/doc/?t=torture
This article shares the stories of eight people who were held by the U.S. in a secret prison in Afghanistan. The detainees were arrested in several countries and flown to the secret prison where they were tortured for information.

Landmine Survivors Network 
www.landminesurvivors.org
Created by and for landmine survivors, featuring personal stories of survival.

The Global Network Against Weapons & Nuclear Power in Space  www.space4peace.org
Founded in 1992 by the joint efforts of the Florida Coalition for Peace & Justice (FCPJ); Citizens for Peace in Space (Colorado Springs); and New York-based Journalism professor Karl Grossman. The inaugural meeting of the Global Network (GN) was held in the Washington D.C. City Council Chambers.

Veterans for Peace 
www.veteransforpeace.org
A national organization founded in 1985 that includes men and women veterans from World War II, Korea, Vietnam, the Gulf War, the War in Iraq, other conflicts and peacetime veterans. Their collective experience tells us wars are easy to start and hard to stop and that those hurt are often the innocent.  Thus, other means of problem solving are necessary.

Waging Peace /Nuclear Age Peace Foundation 
www.wagingpeace.org
Addresses the issues of Nuclear Weapons, Peace and War, International Law and Security, and Nuclear Energy and Waste. Click on take action for campaigns, urgent actions, and tools.

War-Affected Children 
www.epals.com/waraffectedchildren/
Aims to educate youth about the international affects of war on children. The site includes information on how the international community is helping war-affected children worldwide and features personal stories from children and a photo gallery. Check out the resource section for classroom ideas.

Women Against Military Madness (WAMM) 
www.worldwidewamm.org
A nonviolent feminist organization that works in solidarity with others to create a system of social equality, self-determination, and justice through education and empowerment of women. WAMM's purpose is to dismantle systems of militarism and global oppression.


CONFLICT RESOLUTION AND PEACE

Beyond Intractability  
www.beyondintractability.org
Make information on conflict resolution and stories from those who have solved similar problems more widely and freely accessible, so people are not forced to “reinvent the wheel” when making a peace building effort.

Cadre, The National Center on Dispute Resolution  www.directionservice.org/cadre/index.cfm
A bilingual (English and Spanish) resource for articles, training resources and more for mediation in schools.  The site includes an online database of special education conflict resolution professionals, a State Data Management System, and procedures and tips on conflict resolution.

Canadian Centres for Teaching Peace 
www.peace.ca
This Canadian organization could inform you on everything you’d ever need to know about peace. Check out the section on annual peace education conferences, the great books and resources, the “Who’s Who,” and the Upcoming Events.

Carnegie Commission on Preventing Deadly Conflict  www.wilsoncenter.org/subsites/ccpdc/index.htm
The Carnegie Corporation of New York established the Carnegie Commission on Preventing Deadly Conflict in May 1994 to address the looming threat to world peace of intergroup violence and to advance new ideas for the prevention and resolution of deadly conflict. Their “publications” and “educational resources” sections are useful resources for teachers.

The Carter Center 
www.cartercenter.org/homepage.html
The Carter Center is committed to advancing human rights and alleviating unnecessary human suffering. Join them in      creating a world in which every man, woman, and child has the opportunity to enjoy good health and live in peace.

The Center for Nonviolent Communication (CNVC)  www.cnvc.org/org.htm
A global organization that promotes conflict resolution and peacemaking, based on the teachings of Marshall Rosenberg. Many people find NVC workshops a useful way to practice conflict resolution skills in their own lives. The website includes the principles of non-violent communication as well as links to trainers and workshops, organized by state.

Challenge Day:  Be the Change  
www.challengeday.org/ 
A one-day experience that ranges from silly and fun to serious and life-changing, Challenge Day is an event you and your students should not miss. Students laugh together, cry together, reconcile differences, share sadness and joy, and learn more about diversity, relationships, and love than they ever could from any classroom lesson. The Challenge Day            program is designed to help stop the violence and alienation that youth face every day.  The program tears down the walls of separation, creates connection and support among participants, and inspires people to live in an environment of compassion, acceptance, and respect. 

Children’s International Summer Villages 
www.cisv.org
CISV focuses on building the leaders of tomorrow through cross-cultural interaction, leadership training and peace education. They run hundreds of camps each year that take youth from various countries and teach them about peace through simulation activities and experiential learning. Find out more about the organization and programs at the international website.

Compassionate Listening Projects 
www.compassionatelistening.org
This initiative is dedicated to building bridges between people, communities and nations in conflict, with projects focusing on Israel/Palestine and the German/Jewish community. Check out the articles, photo exhibits, and participant reflections to understand how this unique process works.

Conflict Resolution Institute 
www.cruinstitute.org/materials.htm
A source of comprehensive teaching packages and award winning videos for purchase by school and teachers (all materials are available in English and Spanish). Also offers faculty, student, and parent training in conflict resolution. There are a few articles describing other schools’ experiences with the program.

Conflict Resolution Network (CRN) 
www.crnhq.org
CRN’s vision is to create a conflict-resolving community in a culture of peace and social justice. Conflict resolution builds stronger and more cohesive organizations and more rewarding relationships. CRN makes conflict resolution skills, strategies and attitudes more readily and universally accessible.

Fellowship of Reconciliation 
www.forusa.org
Check out this peace and justice multi-faith organization’s website for great links and peace quotes. Enroll in the World Peace Student Essay Contest.

Global Movement for a Culture of Peace 
www.culture-of-peace.info/
Features interesting analysis of the psychology of peace, including research that counteracts the notion that human  beings are naturally predisposed to violence and war.

Hague Appeal for Peace 
www.haguepeace.org
The Hague Appeal for Peace is an international network of peace and justice organizations dedicated to the abolition of war. This network offers various ways for people to help out through campaigning projects.

Help Increase the Peace Program (HIPP) 
www.afsc.org/hipp/
Designed to reduce violence, strengthen cross-racial and cross-cultural understanding, and support youth as they become active agents for social change.  The training manual includes 100 pages of new material including Facilitator Tips and over 200 activities in: Communication, Cooperation, Self-Awareness, Self-Esteem, Gender and Relationships, Bullying, Conflict Resolution, Diversity and Intolerance, Racism, Sexism and Homophobia, Economic Justice and Democracy.

International Center on Nonviolent Conflict 
www.nonviolent-conflict.org/
An educational foundation that develops and encourages the study and use of civilian-based, nonmilitary strategies to establish and defend human rights, democracy and justice worldwide.

International Day of Peace 
www.internationaldayofpeace.org/
September 21st is the International Day of Peace.  Get ideas, info, activities, and organizing tips on how you can celebrate.

International Peace Bureau 
www.ipb.org
This world-renowned international peace federation brings together people from across the globe working for peace.  Find out how to become a member and get involved in their programs.

MoveOn 
www.moveon.org
This U.S.-based organization works to bring ordinary people back into politics. Sign up for action updates or share your ideas with others using the Action Forum software.

Nonviolence 
www.nonviolence.org
The individual who created Nonviolence.org is committed to a mission of telling others that war is not necessary. Through this site you can read personal motivations for why violence is not necessary, read about the roots of              nonviolence or peruse the pacifist’s dictionary and primer.

Nonviolent Peaceforce 
www.nonviolentpeacforce.org
The main goal of this organization is to contribute toward international efforts to create a global nonviolent peace force to dispatch to troubled areas worldwide. There are over 18 different suggestions listed of simple things people can do to promote peace in their communities.

One Day in Peace 
www.oneday.net/
On-line picture book designed for children about peace that can be viewed in 21 different languages. The site also offers links to other peace related initiatives and programs.

Pathways to Peace 
http://pathwaystopeace.org/
A recognized leader in the field of Peacebuilding, with consulting and ongoing projects that have both global and local relevance.  Pathways To Peace is an official Peace Messenger of the United Nations and has worked with the UN for over 20 years. Each year, PTP submits the annual report to the UN for the International Day of Peace, listing activities that take place worldwide on September 21.

Peace Brigades International 
www.peacebrigades.org
Peace Brigades sends volunteer witnesses into areas of repression and conflict.

Peace Child International 
www.peacechild.org/
Peace Child International empowers children to take responsibility for peace, human rights and the environment through education, leadership development and direct participation in the events that shape our world community. It does this through producing publications, musicals, conferences and encouraging its affiliate youth groups throughout the world.

Peace Corps 
www.peacecorps.gov/
The Peace Corps has three goals: To help the people of interested countries in meeting their need for trained men and women; to help promote a better understanding of Americans on the part of the peoples served; and to help promote a better understanding of other peoples on the part of Americans.

Peacemaker Training Institute  
www.forusa.org/programs/pti/default.html
PTI is a program of the Fellowship of Reconciliation.  Their trainings help young people become more effective peace and justice activists.  Their website also provides resources for peacemakers.

Peace Pledge Union 
www.ppu.org.uk/indexa.html
Look under the "Education" section to find interesting resources and projects that promote world peace.  Some examples include:  learn peace, a Peace Pledge Union Project, and 100 years of action for peace.

Peace Protest 
www.pax.protest.net
Check out this global calendar of pro-peace actions and conferences, searchable by region. Sign an online petition, download peace posters, and look for event listings and organizations in your community.

Peace site 
www.peacesites.org/
Learn how to become a peace site and plant a peace pole.

PeaceVox 
www.peacevox.com
Acts as a global meeting place for peacebuilders to express their feelings, experiences, and thoughts about peace through stories, art, or music. The detailed “Resources” section of this site is categorized by websites, books, films/videos, music, programs/centers, and news/announcements.

Right Livelihood Awards 
www.rightlivelihood.org
The Right Livelihood Award, sometimes known as the “Alternative Nobel Peace Prize,” was established to honor organizations and individuals around the world who are working for positive social change. Get inspired by reading            biographies and stories about the amazing award recipients from around the world!

Seeds of Peace 
www.seedsofpeace.org
This U.S. based organization, focusing on Arab and Israeli youth, is dedicated to empowering children in war-affected countries to break the cycle of violence and learn to peacefully coexist.  Check out the Olive Branch online youth         magazine.

Students Against Violence Everywhere (SAVE)
www.nationalsave.org/
A student-initiated program that promotes nonviolence within schools and communities. SAVE provides education about the effects and consequences of violence and helps provide safe activities for students, parents, and communities.

Teen and Young Adult Health               
www.cyh.com
Click on Teen (12-17) or Young Adult (18-25) Health and then search under “Conflict Resolution.”  A simple start to understanding conflict resolution. Tips offered for creating healthy relationships and positive lifestyle choices. Topics include relationships, gangs, parenting, employment, society, drugs, media, homelessness, and more.

Training for Change (TFC) 
http://trainingforchange.org/
TFC makes their training manuals available for activist trainers. Activities are categorized into these groups: diversity/anti-oppression, strategy, team building, nonviolent action for social change, third party nonviolent intervention, making better trainings, and meeting and dialogue facilitation.

United Nations (UN) 
www.un.org/peace/  and cyberschoolbus.un.org/
One of the central purposes of the UN is to preserve world peace. This site provides extensive information about the UN’s accomplishments and gives detailed background information and further links to all peace related topics. The
“Cyber School Bus” link offers free units for teachers on peace education. There are five units designed for different age groups that focus on tolerance, respect, and nonviolence. Teachers are also invited to review the “Cyber School Bus” site for free classroom materials.

United States Institute of Peace (USIP)
www.usip.org
Helps prevent and resolve violent international conflicts, promote post-conflict stability and democratic transformations, and increase peacebuilding capacity, tools, and intellectual capital worldwide. USIP does this by empowering others with knowledge, skills, and resources, as well as by its direct involvement in peacebuilding efforts around the globe.

Victory Over Violence (VOV) 
www.vov.com/
A youth-sponsored initiative to help young people identify and counteract the root causes of violence in their lives and in their communities. VOV outreach programs began in 1999 as a response to growing concerns over the rise in        youth-related violence.           

Witness for Peace (WFP)
www.witnessforpeace.org
A politically independent, nationwide grassroots organization of people committed to nonviolence and led by faith and conscience. WFP’s mission is to support peace, justice and sustainable economies in the Americas by changing U.S.policies and corporate practices which contribute to poverty and oppression in Latin America and the Caribbean. 

World Youth Peace Summit 
www.wyps.org
Brings together dynamic young leaders who share the dream of peace by organizing Youth Peace Conferences and facilitating a worldwide network that links active young people with the support they need. These Youth Leaders represent the best of all sectors, encompassing government, business and independent organizations.

Youth Action for Peace (YAP) 
www.yap.org
An international peace movement that aims for societies of peace, justice, and self determination. Since 1923 Youth Action for Peace has been committed to promoting peace and dialogue in local communities through the active                participation of young people.


DEATH PENALTY                                                 

Amnesty International – Stop Child Executions!  http://web.amnesty.org/library/Index/ENGACT500012004
Includes a campaign to stop child executions, details specific cases involving the death penalty and child offenders.

The Bill of Rights Institute 
www.billofrightsinsitute.org/links.php?op=viewlinks&sid=14
Provides free lesson plans, education resources, landmark cases, and founding documents about the death penalty.

Criminal Justice Reform, Error Rates in Capital Cases  www.justice.policy.net/cjedfund/jreport/
Includes studies, articles, events, and evidence of the death penalty in pop culture.

Death Penalty and Juveniles 
www.abanet.org/crimjust/juvjus/juvdp.html
The American Bar Association describes recent cases involving juveniles and the death penalty. Includes topics such as: girls in the juvenile justice system, current events, and general information on juvenile justice and the death penalty.

History of the Death Penalty  www.deathpenaltyinfo.msu.edu/c/about/history/contents.htm
Describes laws about the death penalty from a historical perspective, details changes that have been made over time, and current issues.


ECONOMIC JUSTICE

Adbusters 
www.adbusters.org
Features the online version of the popular bimonthly magazine, along with engaging consumer action campaigns, including annual Buy Nothing Day. Peruse the gallery of spoof ads and culture jams, enter your own creative contest submissions, and download hilarious stickers and banner ads.

Anti-Apathy 
www.antiapathy.org
Visit the SwAAp and Shop section and barter your belongings through a coordinated cooperative exchange. Find out how to shop with a conscience along with other important consumption tips.

Behind the Label 
www.behindthelabel.org
This multi-media magazine and online community features extensive information on labor conditions in the garment         industry. The site includes in-depth profiles of international sweatshop struggles, mini-documentaries and photos, facts about sweatshop retailers and opinion pages.

CleanClothes campaign 
www.cleanclothes.org
Join a campaign dedicated to improving working conditions for garment workers worldwide. Sign onto urgent appeals, investigate working conditions for leading clothing companies, and check out campaign updates.

Equiterre 
www.equiterre.org
An excellent source of information on fair trade, ecological agriculture, sustainable transportation and energy efficiency. Check out the helpful guidelines for responsible consumerism and event listings in your community.

Fairtrade Labeling Organization International (FLO) 
www.fairtrade.net
The leading worldwide labeling organization for Fair Trade products. Visit this site to learn about products, standards, and certification procedures.

Global Exchange 
www.globalexchange.org
The website for this U.S.-based organization features great research and campaigns on a range of human rights and economic rights issues. Check out their educational “reality tours” across the U.S. and Mexico.

International Labour Organization 
www.ilo.org
This UN Agency focuses on human and labor rights. Check out the International Program on Child Labor and find out which countries have ratified the convention against child labor.

Jubilee Research  www.jubilee2000uk.org  Jubilee Debt Campaign  www.jubileedebtcampaign.org.uk
These are two UK-based sites focusing on the global debt cancellation campaign. Visit Jubilee Research for data and information. Then visit the campaign site for updates, resources, and actions.

Maquila Solidarity Network 
www.maquilasolidarity.org
This Canadian network of individuals and organizations is committed to improving the labor conditions of retail workers. Visit the online resource centre to learn more about the garment industry and child labor. Check out the excellent action tools for research, education, and campaigning.

New Dream Action Network 
www.newdream.org
Promotes the choice to buy, live and consume responsibly, presenting many practical ideas and achievable goals. Check out Turn the Tide: Nine Actions for the Planet and start making simple yet effective personal changes.

Project Love 
www.codecan.org/english/canadian/index.html
Gets kids to fundraise and send educational supplies to Third World countries. In addition, they educate these youth about the international situation. Check out the resource materials page on their website for great resources.

Street Kids International 
www.streetkids.org
Works to help the international poverty crisis and get kids off the street. Check out the IMPRINT programs in the Global Education section for some great ideas.

US Network for Global Economic Justice 
www.50years.org/
A coalition of over 200 U.S. grassroots, women's, solidarity, faith-based, policy, social and economic justice, youth, labor, and development organizations dedicated to the profound transformation of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The Network focuses on action-oriented economic literacy training, public mobilization, and policy advocacy.


ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES / STEWARDSHIP

Action for Solidarity, Equality, Environment, and Diversity (A SEED)  www.aseed.net
A global organization linking youth groups and individuals on all continents who are committed to social and environmental justice.

Amazon Watch 
www.amazonwatch.org/
Works to defend the environment and the rights of the indigenous peoples of the Amazon basin.

David Suzuki Foundation 
www.davidsuzuki.org
Founded by a leading environmentalist, this site features information and action for environmental stewardship, with lots of practical ideas and ways to participate on an individual, school, or community level. Take the nature challenge to find out the 10 most effective ways to conserve natural resources.

Earth Charter Initiative 
www.earthcharter.org
An international declaration of the fundamental principles for building a just, sustainable, and peaceful global society in the 21st century. Add your signature to this important international document and put its principles into action in your community.

The Ecologist 
www.theecologist.org
This UK-based publication is the world's longest running environmental magazine, addressing many global issues. Check out eco-buys, resources, campaigns and archived articles indexed by topic.

Evergreen 
www.evergreen.ca
Offers great tips and resources on how to create greener, healthier schools, communities, and homes. Visit the tool shed of resources for “how to” guidebooks, videos, and reports to get you started.

Friends of the Earth International 
www.foei.org and www.amisdelaterre.org
Features information and campaigns related to a wide variety of global environmental issues, presenting great ideas for action and cyber campaigns to get involved in.

Greenpeace 
www.greenpeace.org
Renowned for its high profile, creative, and bold campaigns on topics ranging from genetically modified food, to nuclear power, to climate change and more, this site features great action ideas and tools, online petitions and campaigns you can join.

National Resources Defense Council 
www.nrdc.org
An effective environmental action organization, using law, science, and the support of more than 1 million members and online activists to protect the planet's wildlife and wild places and to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all living things.

Planet Friendly 
www.planetfriendly.net
Focuses on peace, the environment and sustainable living.  Be sure to scroll down and check out the “Links, Gateways & Guides” section that provides hard-to-find information related to environment, sustainability and related themes.

Sierra Club 
www.sierraclub.org
This grassroots coalition works on matters of public policy and environmental awareness. Program areas include atmosphere and energy, health and environment, biodiversity and sustainable economy. Visit the international site for online actions and join the Sierra Youth Coalition.

United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change  www.unfccc.int
Visit this site to find out the latest updates on the Kyoto Protocol using the progress measuring thermometer and list of signatories. Check out the “Beginner’s Guide to the Convention and the Climate Change Information Kit” for background research on this issue.

Water First 
www.water1st.org/ and www.a-childs-right.org/links2.html
One of several nonprofit organizations currently working to provide assistance to people in desperate need of clean water and sanitation.  The link to “A Child’s Right” provides a great list of organizations working on clean water.

The World Conservation Union 
www.iucn.org
Click on the IUCN Red List of threatened species for updates on rates of extinction for plants and wildlife.

WWF – The Conservation Organization 
www.panda.org
Formerly known as the World Wildlife Foundation, this organization has expanded its focus to include other leading  conservation issues, including forests, climate change, toxins and more. Click on “Passport” to support WWF campaigns and check out the Activist Toolkit for action tips.


GLOBAL ISSUES

American Red Cross 
www.redcross.org
Learn about the work of the Red Cross in disaster relief, first aid, humanitarian issues, violence and abuse prevention, and more.  Contact your local Red Cross chapter to become part of the Junior Red Cross.

CARE International 
www.care.org
Brings emergency relief to people living in poor conditions and supports and implements development projects and relief efforts around the world in hopes of overcoming poverty. There are a number of projects for volunteers to get involved in.

CorpWatch 
www.corpwatch.org
Dedicated to holding corporations accountable on a global scale. Search the site for information on a company you are researching and check out the hands-on Corporate Research Guide for further tips. While you’re there, peruse the latest campaigns and actions.

Doctors Without Borders/ Médecins Sans Frontières 
www.msf.org
Learn how doctors all over the world are volunteering their services in emergency aid to victims of armed conflict, epidemics, and disasters. Read stories from the field and learn about their latest campaigns.

Global Citizens for Change 
www.citizens4change.org
Aims to better inform, educate and prepare educators, their students and prospective volunteers, through virtual means, about global education issues and volunteering in developing countries. Check out the web links and resources on a  variety of topics, including human rights, the environment, peace and volunteering overseas.

Habitat for Humanity 
www.habitat.org
A nonprofit, nondenominational Christian housing organization. They welcome all people to join them to build simple, decent and affordable houses in partnership with those in need of adequate shelter. To get involved, search their site to find a local habitat affiliate near you.

International Institute for Sustainable Development 
www.iisd.org
This policy research website is a great place to access information about a range of sustainability issues. Check out the SD-Cite Research Library or Publications Centre to conduct research on the environment, security, trade, natural        resources and more.

New Internationalist 
www.newint.org
Read the latest New Internationalist magazine online and peruse back issues through an extensive topic index. Click onto “country profiles” for further information and be sure to check out NI actions to find out how you can help.

Idealist.org 
www.idealist.org
Action Without Borders, or Idealist.org, connects people, organizations and resources to help build a world where all people can live free and dignified lives. Action Without Borders is independent of any government, political ideology or religious creed. Their work is guided by the common desire of their members and supporters to find practical solutions to social and environmental problems, in a spirit of generosity and mutual respect.

OneWorld Network 
www.oneworld.net
Connect with an online network of individuals and organizations from around the world consolidating information, campaigns and solidarity.

Oxfam 
www.oxfam.org and www.maketradefair.org
An international development agency committed to social and economic justice. These excellent websites feature information and campaigns about food security, sweatshops, education and much more, accompanied by ready-to-use workshop kits, pamphlets and campaigns. Check out the “Make Trade Fair” site and join the “Big Noise.”

People and Planet 
www.peopleandplanet.org
At this site, you can meet other student activists working on world poverty, human rights and the environment.

Planet Vote 
www.planetvote.net
Focuses on peace, social change and the environment in the context of democracy and voting. The Portal section has some neat information. Learn to participate in democracy in order to keep it working.

United Nations Scientific, Educational, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) 
www.unesco.org
The main goal of UNESCO is to contribute to peace and security in the world by promoting collaboration among nations through education, science, culture and communication. One way to help out is by becoming a member of a UNESCO club in the United States or joining a UNESCO project.

United Nations: Cyberschoolbus 
http://cyberschoolbus.un.org/
The online education component of the Global Teaching and Learning Project. The website educates youth on the  various concerns and activities of the United Nations. There are fantastic sections on peace education, poverty, human rights and other global issues.

United Nations Homepage 
www.un.org
Visit the main UN homepage for background information on this global institution and UN Millennium Development Goals. Click on Peace and Security to learn about the UN’s important contributions to a culture of peace.

United Nations Development Program 
www.undp.org
An excellent resource for research on global issues. Check out the latest Human Development Report for statistical indicators indexed by country on life expectancy, health, education, and more (listed at the end of each report).           Compare your findings to other countries and earlier reports.

World Health Organization 
www.who.int/en
This information hub for global health-related issues is an excellent source of research. This site features an extensive index of issues organized under health topics and country profiles. Check out the “World Report on Violence and Health” to explore the connection between these domains.

World Vision 
www.worldvision.org
Visit this humanitarian organization’s website and check out their links for Youth under “Get involved,” which includes how to become part of the international youth movement to fight hunger.

Worldwatch Institute 
www.worldwatch.org/about
Home to State of the World publications and leading research on global issues, this site provides volumes of well-researched, practical, up-to-date information related to an environmentally sustainable and socially just society. Topics include: sustainable economies, health, urbanization, water, biodiversity, consumption, security, alternative energy sources, transportation and much more.

Youthink 
youthink.worldbank.org/about/
Provides information for youth about the global issues that matter to them. Check out the research, knowledge and experience gathered by World Bank experts on various global issues such as AIDS, globalization, health, the environment, the Millennium Development Goals, and more.


HUMAN RIGHTS / CHILDREN’S RIGHTS

Amnesty International 
www.amnesty.org
A worldwide movement of human rights activists who work together to prevent the violation of people's rights. Visit their site to learn more about leading human rights issues, sign on to an urgent action, join a campaign or become a            member or volunteer.

American Civil Liberties Union 
www.aclu.org/
One of the most active and often controversial organizations, the ACLU is a major player in issues of human and civil rights in the U.S.

Children’s Rights Information Network 
www.crin.org
This global network of organizations works to protect children’s rights. The site features great links (see member list, by country) and information about children’s rights globally.

Coalition to Stop the Use of Child Soldiers 
www.child-soldiers.org
This global coalition conducts research and monitoring, advocacy and education, networking and capacity building. Visit their website for information and resources on the phenomenon of child soldiers.

Global Youth Connect 
www.globalyouthconnect.org/
Builds and supports a community of youth who are actively promoting and protecting human rights and educates and  inspires the next generation to work for peaceful change.

Human Rights Resource Center 
www.hrusa.org
An integral part of the University of Minnesota Human Rights Center and works in partnership with the University of Minnesota Human Rights Library to: create and distribute Human Rights Education (HRE) resources via electronic and print media; train activists, professionals, and students as human rights educators; and build advocacy networks to encourage effective practices in human rights education.

Human Rights Education Resource Center 
www.hrea.org
Includes searchable databases, full-text education and training materials and interactive learning tools on human rights.

Human Rights First 
www.humanrightsfirst.org/
A non-profit, nonpartisan international human rights organization based in New York and Washington, D.C. that believes building respect for human rights and the rule of law will help ensure the dignity to which every individual is entitled and will stem tyranny, extremism, intolerance, and violence.

Human Rights Internet (HRI)
www.hri.ca/index.aspx
Brings together publications of the HRI, research guides and guidance, searchable archives of “Human Rights Tribune,” and other important resources. HRI is a world leader in the exchange of documentation, and knits together over 5,000 human rights organizations around the world, facilitating inter-communication among these groups.

Human Rights Report  www.state.gov/www/global/human_rights/hrp_reports_mainhp.html
Full text of the 1996 U.S. State Department report regarding the status of internationally recognized human rights.      Organized by country. Also includes human rights reports from 1997 and 1998.

Human Rights Watch 
www.hrw.org
Works to defend human rights worldwide. Its website includes a women’s rights and a children’s rights division. Click on to campaigns to sign on to a range of urgent actions.

Institute for Global Communications Home of the IGC Networks  www.igc.apc.org/
PeaceNet, EcoNet, ConflictNet, LaborNet, and WomensNet. These networks aim to serve individuals and organizations working toward peace, environmental protection, human rights, social and economic justice, sustainable and equitable development, health, and non-violent conflict resolution.

The Advocates for Human Rights 
www.theadvocatesforhumanrights.org
The mission of The Advocates for Human Rights is to implement international human rights standards in order to promote civil society and reinforce the rule of law. By involving volunteers in research, education, and advocacy, The Advocates for Human Rights builds broad constituencies in the United States and selected global communities. To support teachers, The Advocates for Human Rights writes curriculum and provides training and resources on human rights education. 

The National Center for Human Rights Education 
www.nchre.org
Has produced a wonderful poster, which can be downloaded, providing an overview of the human rights movements in the U.S.

One World Online
http://us.oneworld.net/
An information bridge between nongovernmental organizations and government agencies with a vast collection of multimedia material of text, graphics, audio and video on development, the environment and human rights.  One World Online is a partnership of many development agencies and charities. It  covers news, reports and stories of justice and injustice around the world, and projects currently in place to improve human and civil rights.

Right to Play 
www.righttoplay.com
An athlete-driven international humanitarian organization that uses sport and play as a tool for the development of children and youth in the most disadvantaged areas of the world. Right to Play is committed to improving the lives of these children and to strengthening their communities by translating the best practices of sport and play into opportunities to promote development, health and peace. 

Save the Children 
www.savethechildren.org
An organization that works both overseas and locally to improve the quality of children's lives through the realization of their rights. Look under the “Get Involved” link to explore their volunteer opportunities and events.

United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) 
www.unicef.org
A worldwide organization that strives to help ensure the survival, growth and the long-term development of the world's underprivileged children. Check out their site for existing opportunities to help advocate for these children.

UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights 
www.unhchr.ch
Home to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other leading international treaties. Issues of focus include: democracy, terrorism, indigenous people, minorities, disabilities, and more.

WITNESS 
www.witness.org
Uses video and other technology to fight for human rights. Group works in partnership with activists around the world to document abuses and bring evidence before courts, governments, the media, and the world. 


HUMAN RIGHTS DOCUMENTS

Diana - An International Human Rights Database 
www.law.uc.edu/Diana/
An electronic library of human rights materials. Includes treaties, secondary sources, court decisions, legal briefs, and current information from international non-governmental human rights organizations.

The Fourth World Documentation Project 
www.cwis.org/index.htm
Begun by the Center for World Indigenous Studies, this project is an effort to convert to electronic format all significant texts concerning the rights of indigenous peoples all around the world. A keyword searchable index is available to search documents relating to indigenous rights in Africa, the Americas, Melanesia, Polynesia and Micronesia and more.

The Human Rights Education and Research Network (HRERN)  http://depts.washington.edu/hrights/
Coordinates, integrates and develops human rights teaching, research, and services for University faculty, students, and outside communities. The site provides links to human rights agencies, bibliographic resources, and many other research sources.

Universal Declaration of Human Rights 
www.un.org/Overview/rights.html
Text of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

University of Minnesota Human Rights Library 
www1.umn.edu/humanrts/
Holds over 90 of the most important international human rights treaties, comments, views, and decisions.


MEDIA

Ad Busters 
www.adbusters.org
A global network of artists, activists, writers, pranksters, students, educators and entrepreneurs who want to advance the new social activist movement of the information age.

Alliance for Democracy  
www.thealliancefordemocracy.org/
The Alliance is a new Populist movement, not a political party, setting forth to end the domination of our economy, our government, our culture, our media and the environment by large corporations.

Alternative Press Center 
www.altpress.org
A non-profit collective dedicated to providing access to and increasing public awareness of the alternative press.

Alternet 
www.alternet.org
An award-winning news magazine and online community that creates original journalism and amplifies the best of dozens of other independent media sources. AlterNet's aim is to inspire citizen action and advocacy on the environment, human rights and civil liberties, social justice, media, and health care issues.

Democracy Now! 
www.democracynow.org
A national, daily, independent, award-winning news program airing on over 140 stations in North America. Pioneering the largest public media collaboration in the U.S., Democracy Now! is broadcast on Pacifica, community, and National Public Radio stations, public access cable television stations, and satellite television.

Essential Action 
www.essentialaction.org
Is involved in a variety of projects to encourage citizens to become active and engaged in their communities. They provide provocative information to the public on important topics neglected by the mass media and policy makers.

Fairness & Accuracy in Reporting (FAIR)
www.fair.org
National media watch group that offers well-documented criticism of media bias and censorship. Works to invigorate the First Amendment by advocating for greater diversity in the press and by scrutinizing media practices that                    marginalize  public interest, minority and dissenting viewpoints. Exposes neglected news stories and defends working journalists.  FAIR believes that structural reform is ultimately needed to break up the dominant media conglomerates, establish independent public broadcasting and promote strong non-profit sources of information.

Free Speech 
www.freespeech.org
A publicly-supported, independent, non-profit TV channel available on DISH Satellite Network and community access cable stations.  Uses the power of television to expand social consciousness and fuels the movement for progressive social, economic, and political transformation.  Exposes the public to perspectives excluded from the corporate-owned media, empowers citizens to fight injustices, to revitalize democracy, and to build a more compassionate world.

Indy Media 
www.indymedia.org/en/index.shtml
A network of collectively run media outlets for the creation of radical, accurate, and passionate tellings of the truth. They work out of a love and inspiration for people who continue to work for a better world, despite corporate media's distortions and unwillingness to cover the efforts to free humanity.

The Nation 
www.thenation.com
America's oldest and most widely read weekly journal of progressive political and cultural news, opinion and analysis.

Guerrilla News Network (GNN) 
www.gnn.tv
An independent news organization with headquarters in New York City and production facilities in Berkeley, California. Their mission is to expose people to important global issues through cross-platform guerrilla programming.

PBS
www.pbs.org
A private, non-profit media enterprise owned and operated by the nation's 350 public television stations. A trusted community resource, PBS uses the power of noncommercial television, the Internet and other media to enrich the lives of all Americans through quality programs and education services that inform, inspire and delight. PBS serves nearly 100 million people each week.

Take Back the Media 
www.takebackthemedia.com
A cooperative project by progressive American citizens who are dismayed at the pro-government, pro-corporate bias shown by American media.  They believe the media promotes a pro-war, pro-big corporation agenda.  They do not advocate any violent action against private property or citizens, but do advocate using the power of the purse and       non-violent action to bring back responsibility to the corporate media.

World Press Review 
www.worldpress.org
Illuminates issues often not seen in the mainstream U.S. press. The Review translates, reprints, analyzes and contextualizes the best of the international press. 


POVERTY

Cyber School Bus
www.un.org/Pubs/CyberSchoolBus/student/2005/theme.asp
The idea of water as a human right was the topic of discussion at the 2005 Student Conference on Human Rights. Here you can read statistics on the number of people who do not have clean water to use and how that affects their health and way of life. 

Department for International Development: 
www.dfid.gov.uk
Works on the reduction of poverty worldwide.

Greater Minnesota Housing Fund 
www.gmhf.com/portraits/
This link will connect you to a brief film and radio commentary about people living in Greater Minnesota. Here you will see images and learn about the people who are living in poverty.

Kids Can Make a Difference 
www.kidscanmakeadifference.org                                                                   Helps students understand and respond to hunger and poverty issues at home.  Has hunger facts, a quiz, and action tips. Contains an innovative teacher guide with 25 lessons for grades 7-12, focusing on the root causes of poverty.

NetAid
www.netaid.org           
Educates and empowers young people to fight global poverty with information on the root causes of poverty and ways to help end it.

Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development  www.oecd.org/home
Contains information and statistics about the 29 OECD countries.

The One Campaign 
www.one.org
Part of the Global Call to Action Against Poverty, the world's largest anti-poverty movement.  Has great action ideas.

Oxfam International 
www.oxfam.org
Addresses the structural causes of poverty and injustice.

Odious Debts 
www.odiousdebts.org
Contains information about the problem of third world debt. Includes many articles and links.

The Poor People’s Economic Human Rights Campaign  www.economichumanrights.org
A U.S. human rights movement aimed at promoting and upholding economic human rights in the U.S.

Poverty, Debt and AIDS 
www.data.org
Information and articles that explore how HIV/AIDS aggravates poverty and impedes development.

The Poverty Project 
www.reachandteach.com
Ready-to-use social justice curriculum for young people to research and experience the issues of poverty. Detailed lesson plans and 34 reproducible handouts.  

Read to Feed  www.readtofeed.org                                                                                                                             Interactive games, curriculum, and classroom activities on global issues and solutions to poverty.

RESULTS 
www.action.org
Background information on poverty in the U.S. and the world, as well as action tips.

United Nations Human Development Index  http://hdr.undp.org/hdr2006/statistics/
The Human Development Report is a great resource for comparing deprivation and poverty worldwide.

UNDP 
http://www.undp.org/poverty
An excellent guide on how relief agencies and governments are trying to solve complicated poverty problems.

UNESCO 
www.unesco.org/webworld/netaid
Information about UNESCO's development strategies for alleviating poverty.

UNICEF 
www.unicef.org
Works for children's rights, their survival, development and protection. 

UN Cyber School Bus Poverty Curriculum  www.cyberschoolbus/poverty2000/index.asp
Curriculum designed for grades 5-12 with units on health, housing, education, food, and work security.

The World Bank 
www.youthink.worldbank.org  
Curriculum for students that explains the intertwined causes of poverty.

Youth United For Global Action and Awareness  www.planusa.org/action/foryouth.php
Has a toolkit to Help Stop Child Poverty.  Great for youth interested in learning more about global issues affecting children and youth and what they can do to stop child poverty.


PRISONS

Detention Watch Network 
http://www.detentionwatchnetwork.org/
The only national coalition in the U.S. that addresses the detention crisis head-on and helps detainees and their loved ones make their voices heard. Formed in 1997 in response to the rapid growth of the immigration detention system in the United States, DWN is a network of individuals and organizations working in support of, and in service to, immigrants in detention.

No More Prisons 
http://www.nomoreprisons.org
The mission of the Prison Moratorium Project (PMP) is to explore and implement strategies that will bring about a society less dependent on prisons and incarceration.  They work locally and nationally to stop prison expansion and mass incarceration, and re-invest resources into communities most impacted by criminal justice policies through educational programs, alternatives-to-incarceration initiatives, housing and sustainable economic development.

Prison Activist 
http://www.prisonactivist.org
Committed to exposing and challenging the institutionalized racism of the criminal injustice system. They provide support for educators, activists, prisoners, and prisoners' families. This work includes building networks for action and producing materials that expose human rights violations while fundamentally challenging the rapid expansion of the prison industrial complex.


RACISM / EQUALITY / ANTI-DISCRIMINATION

Anti-Racist Alliance (ARA)
www.antiracistalliance.com
Designed for individuals, educators, activists and trainers who are interested in being part of a national movement for racial justice.  With a curriculum designed to create change, ARA holds to the vision that the will of White America can be transformed for racial justice, and the transformation will take place one person at a time. It can be accomplished through organized action for reparations and racial justice.

Anti-Slavery 
www.antislavery.org
Campaigns for the freedom of millions of people worldwide who are trapped in situations of slavery or slavery-like practices.

Artists Against Racism 
www.vrx.net/aar
Join leading musicians, actors, authors and artists from around the world in an ambitious public education campaign, largely targeting youth, to combat racism. Check out how youth can get involved through school concerts, videos and other artistic actions and learn from the experiences of other youth.

Association for the Elimination of Hate 
www.londonagainsthate.org
This organization, based in London, Ontario, focuses locally on making the city prejudice-free (offers support lines, educates, etc). Includes a comprehensive links section.  

Cultural Profiles 
www.settlement.org/cp/english/
Initially developed to help users gain a basic understanding of various cultures, this site offers a series of cultural profiles, each providing an overview of life and customs in a profiled country.

The Daughters and Sisters Project 
www.daughters-sisters.org
Here you can learn about issues that young women are facing and be inspired to better relations between genders and cultures.

Disabled Peoples' International 
www.dpi.org
An international organization working to promote the human rights and full participation of people with disabilities. Click on resources to research by subject or by region.

National Geographic Kids  magma.nationalgeographic.com/ngexplorer/0601/quickflicks/index.html
Shows a short movie about the Underground Railroad, a passage from south to north leading thousands of slaves to freedom.

Remembering Slavery 
www.uncg.edu/~jpbrewer/remember/
Allows you to hear original recordings and dramatic readings of personal stories of living in slavery.

Teachers Against Prejudice 
www.teachersagainstprejudice.org
A non-profit group dedicated to fighting prejudice, intolerance and bigotry through education. TAP helps teachers address issues of sensitivity and respect concerning diversity in the classroom. Provides trained professionals to teach students how to confront prejudice.

Tolerance.org 
www.tolerance.org
The Southern Poverty Law Center created Tolerance.org which is dedicated to fighting hate and promoting tolerance. The site features sections for kids, teens, parents, and teachers. Click on “For Teens” to learn 10 Ways to Fight Hate and order a free “Mix It Up Handbook” to start a dialogue on the social climate in your school.


TRANSITIONAL/RESTORATIVE JUSTICE

The Center for Restorative Justice and Peacemaking 
http://rjp.umn.edu/
Provides technical assistance, training, and research in support of restorative justice practice. The Center works with practitioners, policy makers, and students at local, regional, national, and international levels.

Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation  www.csvr.org.za/research.htm
Has been documenting and studying violence in South Africa for over 15 years and has an excellent perspective on the transitional justice process in its publication section. 

International Center for Transitional Justice 
www.ictj.org
Dedicated to the Transitional Justice practice and philosophy, and contains reports on several countries.  Plus, additional information about the conflicts and challenges that these nations faced or are presently facing.

International Crisis Group 
www.crisisgroup.org/home/index.cfm?
An independent, non-profit, non-governmental organization, with 120 staff members on five continents, working through field-based analysis and high-level advocacy to prevent and resolve deadly conflict.

Restorative Measures in the Schools 
restorative.tripod.com
Provides an overview of circle conferencing and some ideas about how to incorporate it into a school setting.

Restorative Justice Consortium 
www.restorativejustice.org.uk/
Formed in 1997, bringing together a wide range of organizations with an interest in Restorative Justice.

Restorative Justice On-line 
www.restorativejustice.org
Dedicated to the practices and philosophies behind restorative justice methods. Offers great in-depth information about the definition of restorative justice and additional research and resources. It has an extensive section on how to get involved with restorative justice on the local level and a link to a model restorative justice system for a city.

Transitional Justice Forum   
www.coe.int/T/E/Human_rights/hrhb2.pdf
Does an excellent job of tracking all online news and resources about transitional justice.


TAKE ACTION

Activist Learning 
www.yp3.org
This U.S.-based organization focuses on instigating social change by educating youth about how to take action. The site is very youth-focused, actively encouraging self-direction and self-education through community activism. Visit the “Community” section for inspiring stories of youth making change.

Activists for Animals 
www.animalactivist.vview.org
Click on “Teens for Animals” for online actions, tips, youth profiles and links to clubs you can join. Topics include animal cruelty and experimentation, dissection, vegetarianism, hunting, fur and more.

Changemakers 
www.changemakers.org.uk
A non-profit organization which works closely with schools, local youth organizations and other bodies. Offers support and training for teachers, young people and community workers to realize the community projects of young people themselves.

Compassionate Kids Inc.   
www.compassionatekids.com/activism.shtml
Dedicated to helping teach children compassion towards the earth, people, and animals. The website has articles, book reviews, and free activities. Local chapters across the country host compassion-oriented field trips and community service events monthly.

Do Something 
www.dosomething.org
On this site students can find information on how to become a good leader and build good character and citizenship in order to make a difference.

eActivist 
www.eactivist.org
Features a collection of simple, easy-to-use progressive electronic actions and tools for the eActivist. Issues include: animal rights, anti-racism, corporate accountability and much more. Check out tips for eActivists to get you started and change the world without leaving your computer.

EarthYouth.NET 
www.earthyouth.net
A network of young people who are taking action for a more sustainable planet. Learn about the International Youth Summit and how you can get involved with projects that make a difference. There are also many links to other great youth organizations and events that youth can get involved in.

Freechild Project 
www.freechild.org
Features information by and for youth related to rights, citizenship and other issues affecting young people. Check out the Freechild newsletter, library and directory of social change.

Free the Children 
www.freethechildren.org
Features excellent tools and actions, all designed for youth. Download the “Youth in Action Toolkit,” click on “Youth for Peace Ambassadors” and check out the latest campaigns, such as Take a Stand for Peace and Shoes for Souls. Sign up for a leadership academy or an overseas international development project.

Free Spirit Publishing 
www.freespirit.com
All about creating books to help kids help themselves. Contains great resources including the Kids Guide to Social Action and the Kid’s Guide to Service Projects by Barbara A. Lewis. Also check out Making History:  A Social Studies Curriculum by Sheldon Berman.

I Buy Different 
www.ibuydifferent.org
This campaign challenges youth to live and buy differently to create positive change.  The site has lots of tools, resources, information, and ideas on how youth can take action.

Just Act 
www.justact.org 
Here you can discover ways to promote leadership among kids and action for global justice (social, political, and environmental).

Kids Can Make a Difference 
www.kidscanmakeadifference.org
Features an educational program for secondary students that focuses on the root causes of hunger and poverty, the people most affected, solutions, and how students can help.

Leaders Today 
www.leaderstoday.com
Opens with the statement: “Young people are not only the leaders of tomorrow; they are also the leaders of today!” Check out the “Teacher Resources” and “Student Resources” sections on the website (under School Boards). They also offer training in leadership and provide workshops/activities on the global situation.

Learning Point Associates
www.ncreg.org/sdrs/areas/issues/envrnmnt/drugfree/sa1k24.htm
Check out a great list of community service project ideas.

MaMa Media 
www.mamamedia.com/activities/gallery_2/peace/
Students share their ideas about how to create a better world without terrorism, hatred, and violence. They can see other kids' peace creations and make their own.

MoveOn  
www.moveon.org/
MoveOn is working to bring ordinary people back into politics. With a system that today revolves around big money and big media, most citizens are left out.  MoveOn is a catalyst for a new kind of grassroots involvement, supporting busy but concerned citizens in finding their political voice. Our nationwide network of more than 600,000 online activists is one of the most effective and responsive outlets for democratic participation available today.

National Service Learning Clearinghouse  www.servicelearning.org/resources/kids_teens/index.php
Connects youth grades K-12 with resources on how to get involved with project ideas, action guides and more.

No War Zone 
www.nowarzone.org
Join a network of youth from around the world working together for peace and human rights. Click on resources to learn new facts and skills. Read country profiles and peruse the online studio to view artistic contributions from youth across the world. Speak out using the online discussion board and chat groups.

Operation SICK – Stop Inciting Children to Kill 
www.operationsick.com
This independent network of students actively opposes the exploitation of children for armed conflict. Visit this site to get educated and get active. See Action for Justice for downloadable flyers and materials.

Sierra Club, Youth Coalition 
www.syc-cjs.org
The youth arm of Sierra Club is dedicated to engaging youth in environmental issues. This online forum connects and      informs local youth chapters across the country.

Solutions Site
www.solutions-site.org/kids/
An inspiring site for K-12 students  who want to learn about real life solutions to today’s crucial global problems.  This engaging, interactive, multimedia site includes information on what’s going on in the world, and what real life people are doing (and kids can do) to make a difference.

TakingITGlobal 
www.takingitglobal.org
Sign up as a member of this online global community for youth, create a profile or online journal and connect with like-minded people from all over the world. Download useful resources such as the “Workshop Kit and Guide to Action,” view other youth-led projects by region or topic and visit the global gallery where you can present your own exhibit.

ThinkQuest 
library.thinkquest.org/C002291/high/index.htm
An interactive website that helps students learn about world hunger.

TUNZA, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)  www.unep.org/children_youth/tunza/
In its efforts to provide environmental leadership to countries around the world, UNEP developed TUNZA, an initiative to engage youth in environmental conservation and sustainable development. Learn about international youth conferences, read the TUNZA magazine and be sure to download “A Time for Action.”

UNICEF Voices of Youth 
www.unicef.org/voy
This site is a forum for youth to learn, speak out, connect with other youth and take action. Join an online discussion forum and review some important tips and strategies for action. Key topics include youth rights, sustainable                  development, HIV/AIDS, the girl child and more.

Unesco Youth Co-ordination Unit 
www.unesco.org/youth
The Youth Coordination Unit at UNESCO works for and with youth, through a wide network of associations and NGOs.