Through Kids For Peace, youth are driving a global movement of consciousness and kindness, pairing compassion with action — I admit: I am biased. I have been a fan of the organization profiled this month since it was created in 2006 by a high school honors student … [Read more...] about Kids For Peace: How a Youth Grassroots Movement Is Shifting Global Consciousness
Leadership & Activism
Social Activism Today: What Happens When Youth and Adults Work Together To Create Change
Exploring the generational perspectives of youth and adults on collaborating for social change — I grew up outside of Berkeley in the 1960s, the golden age of Make Love, Not War social activism. Today we are experiencing another pivotal period of citizen engagement, often … [Read more...] about Social Activism Today: What Happens When Youth and Adults Work Together To Create Change
The C4 Way: Empowering Youth To Be Their Best Selves
Introduction Dear Best Selfers, Young people today are standing up and demanding to be heard as they fight the good fight. By channeling their anger and hopes in proactive and powerful ways, they are showing us how to celebrate and embrace our differences by reminding us how … [Read more...] about The C4 Way: Empowering Youth To Be Their Best Selves
Youth Activism | Are You There? Messages From Our Future
Learning from youth activism: 3 case studies to guide us forward — Who do you consult for guidance or confirmation to determine that you are on the best path? We may often look inside ourselves, up to a higher power, or to an experienced guru. Have you considered actively … [Read more...] about Youth Activism | Are You There? Messages From Our Future
