YouthNoise Toolkits aren't like other toolkits. For one, ours are made by youth from a youth perspective. They're also fun, user-friendly, and fat-free (unless you make one of the recipes... then you might have to take an extra bike ride this week).Antidote to Disempowerment
Emmagoldman: I hate feeling like a flyspeck, a cog, a statistic, a demographic, or a social security number.
Tell a Story Through Visual Arts
gilliebean: You could tell people about the family of rats nesting in the wall, or you could show them; what's more effective (and creepy)?
Right To Learn Resources
The one-stop shop for everything you need to make your Day of Action successful. From organizing to ideas, budget info to successful examples, it's all here.
Canvassing 101
Crusader: The idea of going door to door to talk about an issue may sound daunting, but once you’re prepared, it’s a great way to take action.
Do a Presidential Campaign
katalinacmnacha89: In order to make a real difference, you have to get out there and spread the word.
Become an Activist
yougogirl510: Great leaders transform the world by courageously applying this activist law in their lives: action + thought= change.
Host a Speaker, Show a Film
Crusader: Give your message a powerful kick with a keynote speaker, film showing--or both.
Start a Club
gilliebean: Starting a club is a way to make the most out of your education—meet friends, share interests, learn new things, stay active or act on a cause.
Reverse a Ban
lajlam: "Getting rejected does NOT mean we should just go along with it. Here is a brief step-by-step guide on how to stand up for your cause."
Create a Project
ultranova: The first step in doing anything project-related is to think about what matters to YOU.
Contesting Animal Testing
Crusader: Campaigns targeted at companies have worked in the past to get companies like Revlon to stop testing.
Video Content Shooting for Dummies
Superfantastique: Use MITV to make your next video sparkle.
Design a Display
Crusader: An illustration, or collection of illustrations, about the size of a poster mounted on a board, a display is a great way to get your message heard at a rally, protest, demonstration—or even from your own home.
DIY Service: Lend a Hand
gilliebean: YN's Lend a Hand Toolkit is here to help you identify, organize, plan and implement your own service project.
- Reasons to Get Off the Couch
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- Youth Service Day
- How Much Time Will This Take?
- Real Kids Tell Why They Do It
- Volunteer Profile Page
- Find Meaningful Volunteer Work
- The If... Then Game
- Great Ideas for Volunteer Projects
- A Good Starting Point
- Tips for Successful Volunteering
- The Skinny on Service Learning
Some people think that you have to be a zillionaire like Bill Gates to give money to an organization doing something good. Not true.
DIY Policy: Take Action
YN's Take Action Toolkit includes easy to follow steps, tips, and short checklists to serve as a guideline to peaceful protest.
Use Audio to Tell a Story
Emmagoldman: Ever wish that you could hear your own voice emanating from your computer speakers? Now’s your chance!
Tell a Story Through Writing
Crusader: You can’t just write lavish explanations of how gorgeous Johnny’s eyes are or how much torque your big honking car has.
Recruit People Online
gilliebean: Your story alone can be powerful, but your story and your friends’ stories together can really make change.
College Checklist
Lelagrace: Here it is…the epic checklist to fill out random forms, remember important dates, and
write personal statements in order to possibly get Into the college of your choice (aside from ridiculous competition, a kickass GPA, and so forth).
Run a Meeting
Crusader: Grab your fellow activists around because it's time to put your heads together.
Start a MyCauseIs... Page
Join or create a web page around a cause.
• MyCauseIs...
• YouthWorks Project Database
• Debates
