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Active Citizens is a leadership training program in social change-making and community-led development. The 4-day program takes local and global change-makers on a learning journey of identity, intercultural dialogue, community building, systems thinking, and project management. The curriculum is both blended and experiential with a combination of in-person and virtual …

A new wave of activism has swept the nation this past year, and inspired people of all ages – including millions of youth like you – to rise up and speak out. Want to join the momentum but not sure how to get started? Check out this easy list of …

What a spring for youth activism. The tragedy in Parkland, Florida has once again elevated the issue of gun safety in the US, and inspired millions of students to rise up and speak out about the need for better policies and protections in our schools, community, and nation. This is …

If you are attending any organized protests on gun laws in the USA, AMP joins you in solidarity. Here we have crafted some no-guns-slogans for your protest signs that you can print and share! Choose your favorite one from the collection below and click to download. If you need to …

Join us for our virtual training spring series launching this week! Diversity and Inclusion – March 11th 2018, 5pm EST ‘Diversity and Inclusion’ is for #globalyouth changemakers wanting to understand the types and levels of oppression faced by different identity groups as a way of working to transform our communities …

There is a cycle that begins in the aftermath of mass shootings. There are thoughts and prayers from politicians. The media analyzes the shooter’s reasons, often with a focus on mental illness as the cause. Those promoting gun restrictions and gun laws are told it’s too soon to discuss gun …

Americans for Informed Democracy/AMP Global Youth is seeking a dynamic alum who’s an easy communicator and comfortable in front of the camera for our newest assignment: the Street Team!  Street Team members play an important role creating content for our newest project: Frequencies. The Street Team identifies, conducts and publishes …