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London to Little Rock: Powerful Gatherings for a New Generation of Changemakers

Posted by Julia Smith.


London Eye, via Flickr user ** Maurice ** If you identify as a young(er) person effecting positive change in your own backyard or around the globe, or you work in a field related to youth empowerment, digital activism, or careers in social change, here are two events and networks you should know about:

The Alliance for Youth Movements is only two years old, but they have made quick progress. This week in London, organizers have gathered "global technology giants, youth leaders, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and organizing experts together to discuss how youth activists have launched social movements using online and mobile tools to reduce violence in their communities." Watch a live stream of the conference today and tomorrow, or take a look at their new website, Movements.org, which will serve as a hub for discussion, resources, and news about digital activism around the world.

By contrast, the IMPACT Conference was founded more than 20 years ago, and it is historically the largest convening in the United States of campus community members involved in service, activism, politics, advocacy, and other socially responsible work across philosophical and ideological lines. This year, IMPACT will take place March 19-21 at the Clinton School of Public Service in Little Rock, Arkansas. Become a fan on Facebook or follow the conference on Twitter to learn more.