Power to the People through Action

Unit of 3 Lessons
Grade Levels: 
9
10
11
12
Subjects: 
Philanthropy
Social Studies
Issue Area: 
Democracy
Focus Question 

 What is a world citizen's responsibility to promote and advocate for justice and kindness? 

 

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Unit Overview 

This unit introduces participants to the manner in which individuals have used the nonprofit sector as an alternative power structure in American society. 

Service Experience 
Visit the website for Volunteer Match and search for an organization in your local area where you can volunteer, make a financial contribution, or coordinate a fundraiser.
Lessons in This Unit 
Unit: 
Power to the People through Action
Lesson 3 of 3
Grades: 
9
10
11
12

Participants research leaders who used the nonprofit sector as an alternative power structure to make positive changes in society. They will identify the Core Democratic Values that each leader focused on.