Creative expression encourages people of all ages to think more deeply about important issues while motivating them to act for positive change. Starting in New York City, this program eventually will expand nationally and internationally. At our events, participants learn from program volunteers about the environment, poverty or other important issues and ways people of all ages can empower themselves to make a difference. The young participants also learn how to effectively communicate their messages to the public. Our World - Our Future works with kids and teens in homeless shelters, community and after-school programs. Some artworks can be seen here. We also partnered with the Achilles Track Club to run a program during one of its Central Park races. You can learn more about this event and see photos from it on our website. Our World - Our Future previously worked with NYC Recovers, another nonprofit organization. In a "Decorate the City" event, children created posters to help cope with stress related to the first anniversary of the terrorist attacks on September 11. This event was covered by four television and cable outlets. So far, this is an occasional, local program. Over time, once we have sufficient funding, we plan to greatly expand this program both locally and around the world. Our World - Our Future: Youth for ChangeSM was created by Hearts & Minds Network, Inc., a nonprofit organization in New York City. Our mission is to help people get to the roots of pressing needs in society. We work to reach as many people as possible, directing each one to the most effective resources for themselves and others.
We already have influenced millions of people to get involved for the environment, poverty, human rights, addictions and other important issues. With our website - http://www.change.net - and national publicity efforts, Hearts & Minds works locally in NYC, nationwide and internationally. How to Participate | Helpful Info for Potential Participants
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Our World
- Our Future:
Youth for ChangeSM
is a hands-on program where kids and teens receive inspiring and valuable instruction on
art, effective communication and important social issues. Then they
communicate their concerns through drawings, paintings, poetry,
essays, sculptures, video, music and more. Some of their art may be displayed on our website
and many other places for the entire world to see. 
This
program is created for children to reach more people