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Here you can find information on individual activists, groups and organizations working for social and political change around the world.
Some of the global issues we look at include children's rights, animal rights activism, genocide, internet censorship, human rights violations, women's rights, modern slavery, the treatment of refugees, unionism and the work of human rights organizations.
Are you passionate about making a difference? Read about practical ways you can get involved by becoming an activist, joining up with local community groups or campaigning with others on important issues.
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West Fargo Protest Over Student Newspaper
Students and teachers at West Fargo High School in North Dakota plan on protesting the removal of teacher Jeremy Murphy as adviser of the school's newspaper. more...
Students In U.S. Help Iranians Get Info Out
Students at the University of Chicago and the University of Iowa are assisting Iranian protesters in getting their stories out to the world. more...
Forest Defenders Prepare To Fight BLM
Forest advocates in Oregon are planning activities against a proposed sale of timber right. The Western Oregon Plans Revision is facing legal and direct action protests. more...
New Developments In Wake Of George Tiller's Deat
There are new developments this week following the death of Wichita, Kansas abortion doctor's death. more...
Activists Continue Campaign Against Rockstar Energy Drink
Activists are still advocating a boycott campaign against Rockstar Energy Drink, because of purported links to controversial radio host, Michael Savage. more...
Seasteaders Wish to Flee Government On High Seas
A group of libertarians are proposing that people flee the heavy hand of government by taking to international waters. more...
Jewish Group Questions Use Of Arms By Israel
Jewish Voices For Peace is part of a new campaign to investigate the use of arms sold to Israel. The group says that Israel committed human rights violations in Gaza. more...
Gay Soldiers Tell Obama To Dump Policy
President Obama has said he does not like the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell Policy." Service people affected by the policy are taking their case right to the top. more...
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