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Our mission is to build inclusive and resilient communities where children & young people with disabilities can thrive.

We are an organization committed to ensuring the well-being, protection and promotion of rights, fostering the development of children, their families and communities.

The Kreisau-Initiative e.V. was founded 1989 to address the need for international understanding, democratic education, and active engagement in human rights, particularly in response to Europe's history of division, conflict, and authoritarianism. The Kreisau-Initiative is committed to promoting democracy, human rights, social inclusion, and sustainability through international educational programs and cross-cultural dialogue. Rooted in the legacy of the Kreisau Circle, a German resistance group against Nazism, its mission is to empower individuals - especially young people - to actively shape just, inclusive, and democratic societies. At its core, the Kreisau-Initiative responds to persistent social challenges such as discrimination, social exclusion, extremism, and a lack of opportunities for youth participation in shaping democratic, inclusive societies. Recognizing that many young people - especially those from marginalized backgrounds - face barriers to education, empowerment, and cross-cultural exchange, the organization promotes non-formal education as a tool for social change. Today, the need for fostering social cohesion, gender equality, human rights awareness, and sustainability remains as urgent as ever. The Kreisau-Initiative continues to address these challenges by creating spaces for learning, dialogue, and action, empowering individuals to become active, responsible members of a democratic and diverse Europe. The organization's priority objectives are: - To foster social cohesion by addressing discrimination, exclusion, and extremism. - To promote human rights education and critical engagement with history to strengthen democratic values. - To advance gender equality and support marginalized groups through empowerment and participation. - To encourage socio-ecological transformation, raising awareness of sustainable development and climate justice. - To provide spaces for intercultural exchange, enabling young people to develop skills in dialogue, cooperation, and civic responsibility. Through non-formal education, transnational partnerships, and youth-centered approaches, the Kreisau-Initiative equips participants with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to drive positive social change across Europe and beyond.

Building hope and promoting wellbeing of individuals and families in the community through social and health care services

The ToakLink Community Association is dedicated to uplifting Toak Village through innovative and collaborative initiatives, aiming to significantly enhance the lives of all community members. Their vision is to empower Toak Village project by project, fostering a vibrant and sustainable future. This involves a proactive empowerment model focused on community-led change and self-reliance. Guiding Principles: 1. Collaboration and Unity 2. Innovation 3. Community Resilience and Preparedness 4. Support and Solidarity 5. Digital Transformation 6. Decentralization and Enhanced Community Governance Strategic Programs: Maritime Mobility: Aims to improve inter-island transportation with a cargo and passenger vessel, focusing on Ambrym Island and Vanuatu province to boost economic prosperity. A feasibility study was completed in October 2023. This is foundational for other economic programs. Retail Resonance: Plans to establish robust retail channels, including a shop in Port Vila and a farmers market, to connect local producers with urban markets. This follows the Maritime Mobility initiative. Agricultural & Aquatic Association: Focuses on empowering local farmers and fishermen by blending traditional practices with aquatic resources to enhance food security and community strength. It respects existing local knowledge and cultural heritage. Digital Marketplace: Envisions an e-commerce platform to expand market access for local products and stimulate economic growth, overcoming geographical limitations. Foundational Initiatives: Disaster Preparedness and Relief: Includes the Toak Village Disaster Relief Committee to safeguard against natural calamities. The community has shown resilience and solidarity, such as supporting Pamal Village after Cyclone Lola and efficiently distributing aid received from the NDMO. Community Infrastructure and Governance: Toak Unity Hall: A collaborative project with Australian Direct Aid and neighboring villages (Sahuot, Mbarias, Maat) to provide a vital community space. New Area Council Office: Initiated by Toak Village to align with the Vanuatu government's decentralization mission, aiming to become the main government administration center in South East Ambrym. Progress and Partnerships: Recent achievements include the launch of the community website (November 2023), completion of the Maritime Mobility feasibility study (October 2023), effective disaster response post-Cyclone Lola, youth engagement in community projects like church revitalization and the Toak Gospel Kids Club, and ongoing construction of the Unity Hall and Area Council Office. ToakLink values collaborations with partners like Australian Direct Aid, the Vanuatu Government, NDMO, VANGO, local villages, and community members. Call to Action: The Association invites support in various forms, including donations, to fuel its programs, such as acquiring the vessel, stocking the retail shop, developing the Digital Marketplace, and bolstering disaster preparedness and infrastructure projects. The overarching goal is a future forged by community, collaboration, and commitment, leading to a thriving, resilient, and self-determined Toak Village.

We are creating a community that helps women raising children with disabilities and IDP women with children find support, strength and opportunities to spread wings and build their future confidently.

Preserve the environment, limit climate change and its consequences, reduce energy insecurity and improve people's living conditions

Books & Breakfast is a before school program that provides a healthy morning meal and homework help to Evanston-Skokie School District 65 students in need of additional support. We exist so that every child can enter his or her classroom prepared physically, emotionally, and academically for the most critical 7 hours of the day.

Our Mission is to protect bonobos (Pan paniscus), preserve their tropical rainforest habitat, and empower local communities in the Congo Basin. By working with local Congolese people through cooperative conservation and community development programs, and by shaping national and international policy, the Bonobo Conservation Initiative (BCI) is establishing new protected areas and leading efforts to safeguard bonobos wherever they are found. The Bonobo Peace Forest (BPF) is the guiding vision of BCI: a connected network of community-based reserves and conservation concessions, supported by sustainable development. The Peace Forest provides protection for bonobos and other species in the Congo rainforest, while at the same time ensuring a better life for the people who share this precious land.

The Smithsonian's mission is "the increase and diffusion of knowledge." It was established in 1846 with funds bequeathed to the United States by James Smithson. The Institution is as an independent trust instrumentality of the United States and holds more than 137 million artifacts and specimens in its collections. It is a center for scientific research and scholarship in the arts, history, and culture.

EmpowerEd works to empower inspired teachers to improve school climate and student results.

YouthTank provides guidance, resources, and real business experience for young Detroiters to access the city’s entrepreneurial pipeline and future high paying jobs.