Video Clip and Discussion Guide: Advocacy for an issue is a form of philanthropy. It involves changing hearts and minds in support of an issue. The video shares examples from nonprofits, government, and individuals about the impact and importance of advocacy for an issue. After watching the video, students share examples of advocacy, reflect on issues they care about and personal reasons for advocacy.
In this activity participants learn the importance of asking questions and using two-way communication.
Video Clip and Discussion Guide: This whiteboard video defines and shows the power of advocacy and action. Youth learn there are many ways to make a difference; and that they have the strength and power to give time, talent, or treasure for the common good.
In this activity participants to reflect opening on their beliefs and feelings about philanthropy. This activity will also help participants learn to speak up for issues they are passionate about and how to educate others on the topic.
In this activity participants will learn an effective and thoughtful process for creating positive change. Young people will also understand how they can constructively impact social change by becoming advocates, as well as the overall relationship of advocacy to philanthropy.
In this activity participants are introduced to the concept of the way business is conducted in board meetings and the value of making process comments in a group. This activity will also encourage positive flow of conversation in meetings and provide tips for how to facilitate an effective meeting.
In this activity participants will learn about the concept of group consensus; what it means, how to facilitate this type of decision-making, and what it feels like to experience consensus building around community issues. By the end of the activity, participants will demonstrate the effectiveness of using consensus as a group process.
