Youth Opportunites:
General info and social movements
1. A NEW WAY FORWARD
Restore the Economy, Jobs, Banking, Our Democracy in the Public's interest
2. THE CONSCIOUS CLASSROOM
Social justice education has made inroads inside and outside the conventional classroom setting. Since 1992 the Children's Defense Fund (CDF) has stood at the forefront of this movement, running modern freedom schools in cities nationwide. CDF leaders devised a model curriculum focused on five components...
3. THE WORK SITE
TheWorkSite.org is a free, online resource center that provides downloadable and adaptable tips, samples, templates, and other useful tools for grassroots education and organizing. The site makes it possible to build on others' experiences and best practices and not have to reinvent the wheel. You can also sign up for our free emailed bulletin, World Wide Work, that alerts you 8 times per year to new books, films, music, and web sites.
4. ZINN EDUCATION PROJECT
The Zinn Education Project promotes and supports the use of Howard Zinn’s best-selling book A People’s History of the United States and other materials for teaching a people’s history in middle and high school classrooms across the country. The Zinn Education Project is coordinated by two non-profit organizations, Rethinking Schools and Teaching for Change.
5. FACING THE FUTURE FREE CURRICULA
Facing the Future, a nonprofit, offers sustainability and global issues curriculum, professional development, service learning, and free K-12 lessons.
6. INTENTIONAL COMMUNITIES
Information on Intentional Communities including ecovillages, communes, and cohousing. Communities Directory, Communities Magazine, classified ads, event claendar, wiki, blogs, video and more.
7. COOPERATIVES
When the workers are the owners.
8. SECURE, SUSTAINABLE, LOCAL COMMUNITIES
Build a secure, sustainable economy at home and in your community.
9. SHARING
An online magazine and community about sharing. Get sharing news plus tools, tips and ho- tos for a better life through sharing.
10. TIME BANKING
When dollars are scarce, timebanks help neighbors swap skills, instead.
TimeBanks USA is on the leading edge of social change. From juvenile justice reform to caring for seniors, TBUSA innovates solutions rooted in our five core values: reciprocity, assets, redefining 'work,' social capital and respect. TBUSA also develops and supports an ever-growing network of Time Banks across the USA, offering resources, networking opportunities, and national exposure for member programs. Time Banks unleash the power of people to transform their communities...
11. NATIONAL PRIORITIES PROJECT
National Priorities Project analyzes and clarifies federal data so that people can understand and influence how their tax dollars are spent.
12. NATIONAL NETWORK OPPOSING THE MILITARIZATION OF YOUTH
Links, resources, information providing crucial educational and alternatives info. (nationwide)
Jobs and Internships
(Much more to be found in our booklet Great Jobs Careers FUTURES: Free PDF
1. Orion Grassroots Network Jobs
Search interesting jobs and internships "making change for people or planet" nationwide (free to look)
The Grassroots Jobsource advertises job and internship opportunities for members of the Orion Grassroots Network for free. Others may post here for $35/listing so long as the job or internship is focused on making change for people or planet.
2. JUST MEANS
Under "advanced search," you can narrow the search to entry-level, mid-level, etc. as well as your city.
Search Jobs with Justmeans and find jobs in various sectors with companies of your choice. Search for Non-Profit Jobs, Green industry jobs, CSR jobs, NGO jobs, Social Enterprise jobs & Sustainable Jobs on Justmeans.
3. CITY YEAR
City Year unites young people of all backgrounds for a year of PAID full-time service, giving them the skills and opportunities to change the world. As tutors, mentors, and role models, these leaders make a difference in the lives of children, and transform schools and neighborhoods across the United States...
4. AMERICORPS
Paid national and community service opportunities for all areas of talent and interest! Housing etc. included for many!
Prospective members, and well as current members and alumni, can find a wealth of useful and valuable information in this section.
5. WORK FOR PROGRESS
Work For Progress - Work for Progress is a new way to jump-start a career in politics. We are a group of committed activists that work to connect talented individuals with the progressive campaigns and nonprofit organization that are working to make a difference in our country.
6. COOL WORKS
Summer Jobs and Seasonal Jobs in Great Places
Summer jobs and Seasonal jobs in National Parks, Ski Resorts, Ranches, Camps and Cruise Ships and other Great Places.
7. LA YOUTH AT WORK
for help getting ready for and finding those entry-level jobs in L.A... youth ages 17-24
8. WWOOF - World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms
In return for volunteer help, WWOOF hosts offer food, accommodation and
opportunities to learn about organic lifestyles.
9. BACKDOOR JOBS
Explore the exciting world of short-term job adventures, summer jobs, internships, seasonal jobs, volunteering, unique sabbaticals, life changing experiences, gap year programs and work abroad. Most jobs include a wage, room, board, and/or many other perks.
10. JOB MONKEY
Land the ideal nonprofit job or start your own non profit organization. Learn how. Explore common jobs, free job search tips, current openings.
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