{"product_id":"inspired-to-action-how-young-changemakers-can-shape-their-communities-and-the-world-hardcover","title":"Inspired to Action: How Young Changemakers Can Shape Their Communities and the World - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJean Rawitt\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe ideal book for young people wanting to make a positive difference in the world.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eInspired to Action: How Young Changemakers Can Shape Their Communities and the World \u003c\/i\u003eprovides 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFeaturing personal stories and advice from twelve successful young activists, thoughtful recommendations from seasoned professionals, and an extensive list of resources for further information, \u003ci\u003eInspired to Action\u003c\/i\u003e is essential reading for any young person interested in the world of advocacy and activism.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJean Rawitt \u003c\/b\u003eis a freelance writer and a consultant for the Department of Volunteer Services at Mount Sinai Hospital (New York). For ten years, she oversaw the hospital's Varsity Volunteer Corps, where she developed and coordinated a program for high-school students to volunteer on hospital inpatient units. Rawitt is the author of \u003ci\u003eVolunteering: Insights and Tips for Teenagers\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eA Loved One with Dementia: Insights and Tips for Teenagers\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eFriendship: Insights and Tips for Teenagers\u003c\/i\u003e. She lives in New York City.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 148\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 12, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44073027371142,"sku":"9781538169353","price":57.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0664\/3446\/5926\/files\/DiXFm7dNxd9781538169353.webp?v=1781620673","url":"https:\/\/profixdiy.com\/products\/inspired-to-action-how-young-changemakers-can-shape-their-communities-and-the-world-hardcover","provider":"ProFix Home Repair","version":"1.0","type":"link"}