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Name: Franciscan Youth International
Website:
http://www.franciscansinternational.org/fyi
Categories: Human Rights
Child & Youth Rights
Culture
Religious Freedom
Informal/Experiential Learning
Environment
Peace & Conflict
Poverty
Gender Equality
Sustainable Development
Cultural Diversity
HIV/AIDS
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FYI is an abbreviation for Franciscan Youth International, a youth movement started by Franciscans International, initiated to inform and involve a younger voice in its work worldwide. The “youth” age group, ages 15-24, is 20% of the world population. This is a considerable voice; one that must be heard.
As an informal network of Franciscan youth, FYI acts as a forum for anyone interested in social justice issues and working for change at the United Nations (UN).
Communication with FYI is all about action. We communicate with you - our network - to share some of the many resources and opportunities available for getting involved. Use the network to spread the word about projects that your youth group or school is working on. Write your local paper about your plans for social action.
FYI is part of a growing global movement, working to include young people in world affairs. We are also beginning to reach more Spanish and French speaking youth through the hard work of a team of dedicated translators! We hope to educate, connect, and inspire youth to act and speak out for justice and peace at the local and the international level.
Educate
The United Nations (UN) can be confusing. We hope FYI can help make UN concepts and terminology less technical and daunting. We want you learn to more about the UN.
Connect
The FYI web site serves as a point of contact for Franciscan youth around the world, Franciscan high schools, colleges and universities, and anyone interested in the charism of St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi.
Inspire
FYI is intended for high school and college students, as well as educators and youth leaders, to communicate and share ideas for positive change. Speak out for justice and peace!
Can Youth Really Make a Difference?....Yes! You can make a difference!
Governments may set policy and agree on programs for action, but people need personal support in times of change and many situations require significant change.
There are many youth projects for positive social action already in effect. For example, use less electricity and water to change your consumption patterns. Or you can organize fair trade craft and food sales. And you can even eliminate the stigma associated with AIDS.
You can do anything you set your mind to!
We want to hear from you, Franciscan Youth in Action! How are you making a difference? Where is your voice? Let us know so that we can share your good work on our website!
To be a member of FYI, we recommend also becoming a Taking IT Global member. This way, others can view your member profile and learn more about you - like which country you are from!
Send a message: FYI@groups.takingitglobal.org
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Unsubscribe: FYI-unsubscribe@groups.takingitglobal.org
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