Gandhi said: BE THE CHANGE YOU WISH TO SEE IN THE WORLD.







Be the Change in the news!...
Leelila Strogov from Fox 11 News in Los Angeles, California, did a great story on Merri Weir's students at Carson High School Humanitas Academy. Check it out!

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  • Make a Difference
    Facing History and Ourselves is proud to introduce you to the stories of five extraordinary men and women we call upstanders: those who do not simply stand by in the face of injustice, but understand that each one of us can make a difference.

    Welcome to the thousands of people who are coming to Be the Change. And a special welcome to students who are currently exploring the website from these participating schools and organizations.

    What Students Have to Say
    Students have posted thousands of responses to questions about social justice and human rights. Read some sample responses.

    The Student Interviewers
    Facing History and Ourselves students conducted the interviews used on this website.

    Student Spotlights
    See what students like yourself are doing to make a difference in the lives of others.

    Singing for Human Rights
    Four teenagers from Ipswich, Massachusetts, have figured out a way to combine their passion for music with their strong commitment to social justice and human rights. The result: the rock band Bingo Fridays. Read more...



    Podcast with Arn Chorn Pond

    On April 11, 2008, we recorded a powerful conversation between Arn Chorn Pond and three Facing History and Ourselves students. Arn shares with the students his reflections on how his personal history has affected the choices he has made. Arn also offers advice on what you can do to help raise awareness about the current genocide in Darfur.

    To listen to or download this special podcast, Preventing Genocide, Promoting Peace: A Podcast Conversation With Arn Chorn Pond, click here.

     

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