Resources :: Citizens Improving Their World
7 Billion Actions, a global movement for all humanity, was established by the United Nations Population Fund to highlight positive action by individuals and organizations and inspire others to join the movement. By the close of 2011, the global population will reach 7 billion. A world of 7billion has implications for sustainability, urbanization, access to health services and youth empowerment.
Awakening the Dreamer, Changing the Dream
The Awakening the Dreamer, Changing the Dream Symposium is supporting the shift in humanity, from a dream rooted in consumption and competition, to one of sustainability and mutuality.
While hate violence makes headlines, the positive actions of people across the country are creating a different story. NotInOurTown highlights the communities that are working together to stop hate. The videos and broadcasts on the NIOT website highlight and celebrate people who have developed creative anti-bias programs and responses. These stories have motivated many others to develop their own innovative initiatives which overpower the hateful actions and voices in their communities.
Idealist connects people, organizations, and resources to help build a world where all people can live free and dignified lives.Idealist is independent of any government, political ideology, or religious creed. Our work is guided by the common desire of our members and supporters to find practical solutions to social and environmental problems, in a spirit of generosity and mutual respect.
Corporation for National and Community Service
United We Serve is an online resource for not only finding volunteer opportunities in your community, but also creating your own. Use Serve.gov to help you do your part. America’s foundation will be built one community at a time –and it starts with you.
The VfP program supports President Barak Obama’s U.S. Global Development Policy by mobilizing skilled Americans, including doctors, nurses, engineers, business people, and teachers, through a network of over 200 nonprofit organizations and companies in the United States, to carry out development efforts for those affected by great global challenges in heath, food security, the environment, poverty, illiteracy, financial literacy, disaster relief and other areas.
The Citizens Network for Sustainable Development
CitNet works in local, regional, and global arenas to make sustainable development a reality. By supporting citizen-led activities in developing, monitoring and implementing sustainability initiatives, promoting civil society participation in important policy fora, and connecting individuals and organizations, CitNet works to create an ecologically sound and socially equitable and economically just world.
Senior Corps works with thousands of nonprofit organizations and local agencies—both secular and faith-based—to promote service opportunities for older Americans because it’s never too late to “get involved!”. Senior Corps volunteers provide invaluable skills and experience along with their dedication and concern for their communities.
The World Volunteer Web supports the volunteer community by serving as a global clearinghouse for information and resources linked to volunteerism that can be used for campaigning, advocacy and networking. It is an online hub where the community can meet, share resources and coordinate activities to mobilize volunteer action.
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Global Voices is an international community of bloggers who report on blogs and citizen media from around the world.