Activism

World Wildlife Organization "Wildfinder" http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildfinder/ is a highly engaging interactive search mechanism leading users to information on species, including its ecological status. The database is searchable by place via maps or species via a search bar. USe the FAQ/Help bar to get the most out of the site.

Religious Tolerance at http://www.religioustolerance.org/ is the site of Ontario's Religious Tolerance Consultants, an agency of volunteers who make it their mission to dispel myths founded on prejudgments about 'other peoples' beliefs. The site includes essays and useful links.

Amnesty Interantional's Youth Page http://www.amnesty.ca/youth is a great primer for young activists. The toolkits are there to start a youth amnesty branch in schools or neighbourhoods. There are also resources for information on international issues.

*Idealist.org http://www.idealist.org/ is the 'what's what' of activist activity. Its a compendium of current campaigns on hot issues. Up to the minute. http://www.idealist.org/kt/index.html includes kits and ideas for teachers who want to promote and support youth activism.