Season of Giving: Use Your Voice for Good
For decades, people have been using their voice to advocate for change. From the civil rights marches in the 196
0s, to the peaceful protests this year, individuals have
take
n
action in their communities
and
been
using their voice to
advocate for important issues
in greater and greater numbers
.
There are so many ways for people to use their voice – and sometimes they don’t even realize they’re doing it!
It can be as simple as
telling your friends and family about a nonprofit organization
that is
close to your heart.
It can also include calling your electe
d officials about an issue, using your voice to speak out on social media, using your voice to bring kindness to the world.
For our young Daily Point
of Light Award
honoree
Paloma
Rambana
,
using her voice was out of necessity. She realized there was a funding gap for visually-
impaired
children between ages 6-13
.
She worked and advocated to
the Florida legislature
, who
approved a $1.25 million program
to support t
he visually-impaired community
,
with $500,000
designated
to help kids ages 6-13
at the Division of Blind Service
s
.
Positive
change begins when one person shines a light and uses their voice to uplift underserved groups and causes. Read more
abou
t
inspiring
story
and access
our
project guide
for steps young people can take to
advocat
e
for change
they believe in
, just
like
Paloma did.
Another way to raise awareness and support is through
email and social media.
Sharing an impac
t story online can inspire people to take action in their own lives.
Many individuals are taking the step to
become
a fundraiser on behalf of
organization
s
that are important to them
, or sharing stories
of people who are doing good in their communities
.
Points of Light’s
showed that
each
generation
use
s
their voice differently. Generation Z
is more likely to participate in a demonstration or rally while older adults, like
baby
b
oomers,
are more likely to call elected officials.
We believe that civic engagement isn’t a one-size-fits all concept and our suggestions for harnessing the power of your voice can be tailored to fit your unique circumstances and values.