{"product_id":"inspired-to-action-how-young-changemakers-can-shape-their-communities-and-the-world-9781538169353","title":"Inspired to Action: How Young Changemakers Can","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ideal book for young people wanting to make a positive difference in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile many teens, college students, and young professionals are passionate about social issues—whether climate change or gun violence, hunger or homelessness, or any other of the countless difficulties which face our world today—and want to help, enthusiasm alone is not enough to make a meaningful impact. But effective advocacy and activism can be learned, and with the right tools, achieving positive social change is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspired to Action: How Young Changemakers Can Shape Their Communities and the World provides readers with the knowledge and tools they need to turn passion into effective action. From the basics of how civic engagement and political participation form the framework for lasting social change, to learning how nonprofit organizations function and whether to consider starting one, this book gives young people the background they need to find their place in the world of social activism. With practical guidance regarding the importance of communication skills, community building, fundraising, and organizing, this book offers an accessible and lively grounding in what is needed to become an effective changemaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeaturing personal stories and advice from twelve successful young activists, thoughtful recommendations from seasoned professionals, and an extensive list of resources for further information, Inspired to Action is essential reading for any young person interested in the world of advocacy and activism.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Why Teens Can Be Powerful Agents of Change\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Twelve Young Changemakers – Who They Are, and How They Made Things Happen\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Becoming an Activist\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Three Fundamentals of Activism\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Your Cause\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMotivating People\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrganizing for Action\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Tools for Activism\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCivic Engagement and Political Participation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFundraising\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNetworking and Support Systems\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConnections and Community\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMentors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCommunication Skills\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSocial Media Savvy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Elevator Pitch\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCritical Thinking\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelf-Efficacy and Self-Confidence\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdealism\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreparation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExperience\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLooking the Part\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelf-Care\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWillingness to Learn and Grow\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eResources\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBibliography\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFilmography\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIndex\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rowman \u0026 Littlefield","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51041233961303,"sku":"9781538169353","price":23.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781538169353.jpg?v=1750949458","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/inspired-to-action-how-young-changemakers-can-shape-their-communities-and-the-world-9781538169353","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}