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Organizations for youth
"A national non-partisan project that uses art, media, and technology to encourage active citizenry, outreaching to a broad demographic of youth about how to be more involved in their communities and the democratic process.
Youth for Human Rights International
"Youth for Human Rights International (YHRI) is an independent non-profit corporation headquartered in Los Angeles, with the purpose to educate people in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights"
Bringing youth towards equality is based out of Whitehorse, Yukon, and aims to "unite youth to strengthen youth voice, take action and bring about positive change for the well-being of everyone."
"STAND Canada's mandate is to mobilize a critical mass of Canadian students, citizens, and decision makers to end the crisis in Darfur, and respond to future threats of genocide."
Canadian human rights groups
Provides information on a variety of national and international human rights issues, and also has a special section for youth activism
Global human rights groups
"Amnesty International is a worldwide movement of people who campaign for internationally recognized human rights for all."
An independent, nongovernmental organization that is dedicated to protecting the human rights of people around the world.
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