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www.peta.org - People
for the Ethical Treatment of Animals
- This is a fantastic site if you're interested in becoming an animal rights
activist. PETA Action Alerts keep you updated on the latest animal
rights issues and PETA Campaigns provide opportunities to get involved.
There is also a PETA Kids section that is colorful and user-friendly.
If you're interested in animal welfare, this site is a must!
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www.aspca.org - The
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
- This site is a little more difficult to navigate than the PETA site, but
it is still well worth a visit. Check out the Advocacy Center for more
letter-writing opportunities and advocacy success stories. Also, don't
forget to visit Animaland, the ASPCA's Kids section! It's got games, pet
care advice, cartoons, and much more!
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www.hsus.org - The Humane Society of the United States - The Humane Society takes a slightly more moderate approach to activism than some of its more radical counterparts (PETA). It's a great place to start if you're just interested in learning more about animals and their proper care. The web site also has great articles on animal rights issues around the world. Check out the Humane Society's "First Strike" campaign, a concentrated effort to raise awareness about the link between animal cruelty and human violence. The Humane Society has done a good deal of research to support the theory that children who abuse animals grow up to become violent adults. |
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www.ncoa.org
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The National Council on the Aging
- This site offers a pretty good overview of many of the advances made by
senior citizens over the last 50 years. The site features an advocacy center
where you can help lobby for better health care coverage and more extensive
agism laws. The site also features research on aging and ailments common
amongst the elderly. You can also access a particularly interesting study
entitled "American Perceptions of Aging in the 21st Century."
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www.aarp.org - The American Association of Retired Persons - The AARP site is quite a popular site among people 50 and older. If you visit the site, you will come away with an understanding of some of the everyday issues that confront seniors. Each section - from Money and Travel to Computers and Technology - offers a unique view from the senior perspective.
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www.mealsonwheels.org - The Meals on Wheels Association of America - Every day, Meals on Wheels programs around the country deliver hot meals to elderly and homebound citizens. You can help in a number of ways - raising money, preparing meals, or delivering meals. Visit the site to find a Meals on Wheels program near you! | |
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www.redcross.org -
The American Red Cross
- The American Red Cross is a
very reputable organization with many opportunities for volunteering.
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www.cancer.org -
The American Cancer Society
- Find out more about cancer and
the struggle to cure it. This site is packed with wonderful information
about the latest research and treatments. Also, be sure to check out
ACS Teens
(www.acsteens.org),
the American Cancer Society's junior branch, for all sorts of volunteer
opportunities. Nina Vasan, the president and founder of ACS Teens, is a
dedicated volunteer and a personal friend of mine.
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http://www.ias.se - The International AIDS Society - The IAS represents the world’s professional society for scientists, health care and public health workers, and others engaged in HIV/AIDS prevention, control, and care. Check out this site to learn more about what's being done to put an end to this disease. |
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www.vfw.org - Veterans of Foreign Wars - Visit this site to learn about ways you can help promote patriotism in your community! The VFW also works on community service projects in conjunction with such organizations as March of Dimes, Connect America and Junior and Special Olympics. Learn how you can help! | |
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www.aspca.org - The U.S. Department of
Veterans Affairs - The
Department of Veterans Affairs is dedicated to making sure that those who
risked their lives for this country are well provided for in the years after
their service. Visitors to this site will learn about the many issues faced
by veterans today. You're sure to find some excellent volunteer
opportunities here.
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