| Notes from Canada's Young Activists: A Generation Stands Up for Change Contributor(s): Cullis-Suzuki, Severn (Editor), Frederickson, Kris (Editor), MacKenzie, Cynthia (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1553652371 ISBN-13: 9781553652373 Publisher: Greystone Books OUR PRICE: $16.16 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2007 Annotation: In this compilation, young citizens describe the moments they were inspired to pursue their passions to improve their world. Their methods and causes are diverse, and their stories highlight their innovative ways of identifying and addressing problems in society. The achievements here are impressive, from Craig Kielburger's founding of Free the Children to raise awareness of child labor to Lyndsay Poaps becoming the youngest elected official in Vancouver history. These stories counter the myth of youth as self-absorbed slackers, presenting a bracing new generation of activist leaders. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Political Science | Political Process - Political Advocacy - Social Science | Volunteer Work - Political Science | Political Process - General |
| Dewey: 361.209 |
| LCCN: 2007275207 |
| Physical Information: 0.61" H x 5.73" W x 8.61" (0.69 lbs) 226 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Canadian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: In this compilation, young citizens describe the moments they were inspired to pursue their passions to improve their world. Their methods and causes are diverse, and their stories highlight their innovative ways of identifying and addressing problems in society. The achievements here are impressive, from Craig Kielburger s founding of Free the Children to raise awareness of child labor to Lyndsay Poaps becoming the youngest elected official in Vancouver history. These stories counter the myth of youth as self-absorbed slackers, presenting a bracing new generation of activist leaders." |
