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Nearly 1 billion people are illiterate. About two-thirds are women.

134 million school-age children have never been to school. Most are girls.

One out of three children of primary school-age in rural regions of the developing world are not enrolled in school.

Over 10 percent of students in the U.S. quit school before high school graduation.

See how you can get involved in an effort to connect others.

Collects books and donates them to over 1,000 Asian universities. In China, the price of one medical textbook can equal the mont

Over 15 million books have been donated to over 20 countries. Check out how you can become involved in an effort to promote lite

Info on international education initiatives underway in support of the Millennium Development Goals.

Check out "School in a Box"

Sponsors many education programs in developing countries

Learn how you can support youth in Afghanistan.

Connects secondary schools around the globe

Connects youth everywhere. Designed to promote greater understanding among cultures.

Clearinghouse of online volunteer opportunities

Visit for virtual volunteer opportunities.

Deforestation is a major problem in nearly every region of the world. In Canada, an acre of ancient rain forest is cut down ever

The average U.S. citizen produces about 1,600 pounds of garbage each year. U.S. drivers use over 385 million gallons of gas each

It is expected at current rates of consumption that half of the planet's wildlife species will be extinct in the next 75 years.

Check out your impact on the environment.

People can make a big environmental difference based on the products they choose to buy (or not to buy).

Created by the original creators of Earth Day.

Ben Banwart organized his fellow scouts to transform Jackson Park. Check out the opportunities that scouting might provide to ma

Protect 11.4 square feet of endangered rain forest with one click.

The WWF funds the protection of species around the world.

Learn more about earth-friendly buildings and green cities.

Ideas about energy efficiency and water use.

Did you know that toxic waste is traded among countries?

Learn how you can help preserve habitats.

Info about what countries are doing to clean up air pollution.

Tools to figure out your impact adn tips to help reduce harmful emissions.

Get involved in conservation efforts.

Offers volunteer opportunities of all kinds.

Unique opportunities allow you to work on a variety of programs (such as a sustainable farm in India).

Encourages students to develop creative solutions to real-world problems

access to clean water & proper sanitation

lack of clean water

2 million people die each year from preventable diseases. 42 million people are infected by HIV/AIDS.

1.4 million violent crimes committed each year in the U.S.

Each day 166,000 U.S. students miss school because they don't feel safe there.

Info on peacemaking programs

Networks youth in confronting bullying in schools and violence in communities

CPR training to promote public safety

Info on every health issue young people face.

Works to inform youth about high risks of underage drinking, drug use, and impaired driving.

Inform others about Internet dangers, collaborate with law enforcement, and provide technical support.

Global Right to Health and Health Care Campaign.

Learn how you can help end epidemics and support those (including orphaned children) affected by these epidemics.

Carries out humanitarian aid missions around the world

Linking over 3,500 youth activists, organizers, and peer-educators

One-stop organization for disaster relief

Help people around the world who are affected by conflicts and natural disasters

Visit the page about the AIDS epidemic to see how you can contribute to this cause. The AIDS epidemic is one focus of the Millen

Includes water and sanitation services in developing countries

Cultural exchange program

This organization places Canadian youth in community-building positions around the country and the world.

Works with children, families, and communities to create positive social change. Supports children's rights, educational opportu

Info on prevention, testing, treatment, and research efforts

Resources on HIV testing

global poverty

shelter for all

IR in the UK

IR in the UK

IR in the UK

IR in the UK

Hold a

In over 30 countries, armed conflict is a daily reality.

Over 2 million children have died as a result of armed conflict in the last decade. Over 300,000 child soldiers are involved in

Promotes tolerance through art, concerns, and peace poles

Features actions and advice for helping to end hatred and bigotry in schools and communities.

Operates programs in 16 countries.

Involves schoolsrom around the world in programs in peaceful actions.

Learn how you can celebrate this day in your community.

One way to advocate for peace is to send out a public message about nonviolence and tolerance.

A campaign that promotes community action against hate crimes.

Database of info extending back hundreds of years about family members that have experienced war.

You can connect with people who have served in wars by volunteering at a VA hospital.

Make some

Sponsors leadership programs and cultural exchanges for teen from countries in conflict.

Devoted to the welfare of children

Thousands of people each year are injured or killed from landmines left after a conflict has ended.

Supplies volunteers and resources to countries where conflict exists. Based in the UK.

Learn how you can get involved in the humanitarian effort to help people in the Darfur region of Sudan.

Gives youth the opportunity to promote peace and sustainable living.

Join a global network of youth volunteers for peace.

Involves approximately 60 youth from across the globe.

Arranges cultural exchanges and youth camps in over 190 countries.

Info to assist educators in making informed decisions about scientifically based tools that best meet their individual needs.

Many of the major youth organizations working at the global level are working toward completion of the Millennium Development Go

Human Rights

Human Rights

Human Rights

Human Rights

Human Rights

Human Rights

Help stop human trafficking

Online media network of 10 countries and regions offering news on human-rights issues

Non-profit that unites youth for a year of full-time service.

A service-learning organization that connects clubs and projects.

Helps youth strengthen sense of character and community thorugh exploration of stories and literature and movies that inspire ac

Helps build more caring communities by supporting educational programs that engage and inspire youth in meaningful acts of servi

Learn more about the environment and conservation. Use this knowledge to develop a project that will impact your own corner of t

Youth media network that connects young video producers and their allies to resources, support, and projects that give authentic

Short documentaries from around the globe

A high-quality resource for tip sheets, project examples, and articles

5th Grade Project from MJHS

RSU 67 Service Learning Projects from 2010-11

4-day professional development opportunity

This site contains an amazing compilation of templates and resources for the Thoughtful Classroom!

Assessment/Rubric links

Classic research article on the power of classroom assessment

includes student surveys for 6 character traits

includes lists of essential questions for each character traits

lesson plans, surveys, info

divided by month---monthly traits