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Global Youth Fund becomes Social Creatives
It's been more than five years since we've launched Global Youth Fund and it's now time to begin a new chapter.
We started with the idea that youth can do more than just fundraise for other organizations. Young people around the world can form their own fund, raise their own money, and…
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CONTEST: Youth Producing Change
If you have produced a film or video on human rights issues, you should consider submitting it to the third annual Youth Producing Change Program.Judges will choose some of the films to be included in the Human Rights Watch International Film Festival.
Submit by December 10, 2009. Details can be found… Continue
Added by Charles Tsai on November 8, 2009 at 8:37pm — No Comments
Youth Fellowship Program
We have elected our first three fellows and will use the new Creative Activist Toolkit to help them develop a new strategy to effect change.
Over the next few months, we hope to be able to show the… Continue
Added by Charles Tsai on November 6, 2009 at 4:00pm — 2 Comments
INTERVIEW: Charles Tsai on the Creative Activist Toolkit
I semi-officially unveiled the Creative Activist Toolkit today with an interview on Change.org. Technically we’re still in “beta” but it’s good to test the waters with our initial chapters.It’s already getting a good response but I look forward to additional feedback in the weeks ahead.
Q: Youth can offer so much in terms of great ideas and positive action, but are often dismissed as being “kids.” How can we as a society best serve and cultivate their… Continue
Added by Charles Tsai on September 24, 2009 at 10:22pm — No Comments
EVENT: TEDxTaipei
If you happen to be in Taiwan on October 17, be sure to check out TEDxTaipei, the independently organized TED event in Taipei.Like the typical TED conference, it will feature a line up of speakers who will share some "ideas worth spreading" in 18-minute presentations.
I'm honored… Continue
Added by Charles Tsai on September 9, 2009 at 9:51pm — No Comments
GRANTS: Cross-Cultural Understanding Projects
Offered through UN's Alliance of Civilizations, the grant will award grants of up to $30,000 to projects that foster mutual respect, understanding and long-term positive relationships between peoples of different cultures and… Continue
Added by Charles Tsai on September 8, 2009 at 8:24pm — No Comments
CONTEST: Invent the Future
Launching September 8, Invent the Future is a contest for BC youth to share their ideas on energy sustainability. If you're between 13 and 24, you can submit your idea in written or video form for a chance to win one of four $2500 grand prizes!
Link:…
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Added by Charles Tsai on September 7, 2009 at 7:30am — No Comments
TOOLKIT: 007.Perfect Your Pitch
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TOOLKIT: 006.The Tao of MacGyver
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TOOLKIT: 005.Message with Success
Added by Charles Tsai on August 20, 2009 at 12:31am — No Comments
TOOLS: Grassroots Toolbox
Are you a registered 501c(3) non-profit in the U.S.? If so, then you qualify for free services from Grassroots.org.The Grassroots Toolbox offers web design, hosting, graphic design, translation and many other services to U.S. non-profits.
You might want to check it out and save money on essential… Continue
Added by Charles Tsai on August 18, 2009 at 9:30pm — No Comments
ISSUE: Is Overpopulation Taboo?
But that may be changing, as global population is on course to reaching 8 billion (from today's 6.8) by 2020.
As the graph above show, there's definitely a strong link between human population increase and species extinction.
Should "overpopulation" be put back on the table?…
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Added by Charles Tsai on August 16, 2009 at 11:45pm — No Comments
TOOLKIT: 004.Make It Count
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TOOLKIT: 003.Glorified Press Releases
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EVENT: Cambodia Cycling Tour 2009
Interested in traveling with a purpose? Do the problems of poverty and international cooperation seem overwhelming at times? Want to make a positive, sustainable impact on our world while challenging yourself? THEN JOIN US!
Global Agents for Change is "… Continue
Added by Charles Tsai on August 9, 2009 at 10:02pm — No Comments
FILM: Home by Yann Arthus-Bertrand
I was transfixed by the imagery but the message itself is equally gripping: Life on earth is miraculous yet fragile. We've done… Continue
Added by Charles Tsai on August 8, 2009 at 11:14pm — No Comments
VIDEO: Eden Full on Solar Panels for Everyone
It's inspiring to see young people taking on challenges that many of us haven't even heard of.
Related posts:…
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Added by Charles Tsai on August 5, 2009 at 9:43pm — No Comments
TOOLKIT: 002.Project Profiles
Added by Charles Tsai on August 4, 2009 at 10:43pm — 1 Comment
PROFILE: ILAMAIYO Youth Organization
It’s a self help group structure working toward the future betterment of laikipiak youth and their… Continue
Added by Merinyi Francis on August 3, 2009 at 10:36am — 1 Comment
FUND: The Jolkona Foundation
There isn't a grant or specific funds you can apply for but by partnering with the Jolkona Foundation, you can have your project featured on their website and receive donations from (mostly young) philanthropists in their network.
Each project listed has to show exactly how funds would be used... that's the key difference behind Jolkona. This model follows a trend in philanthropy… Continue
Added by Charles Tsai on August 2, 2009 at 9:30pm — No Comments
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