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New Kitintale Skate Park empowers Kampala teenagers to stay active and out of trouble

By Dian Hasan | September 5, 2009 Research says that children who are physically active, or get into sports, take their mind off of unnecessary adverse activities. Sports keeps the young bodies (and minds) active and energized. After all, getting … Continue reading

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Pratham ~ helping educate India, one impoverished child at a time

Pratham USA was started in 1994 by UNICEF, with the goal to educate the children of India in the areas of reading writing and basic math. Based on the principal that children who attend school make more productive members of … Continue reading

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10 Volunteer Opportunities For Free Travel

By Matt Scott | Matador Change | July 2, 2008 The chance to give something back, an opportunity to share your skills and knowledge, to meet other travelers or simply to meet the locals… There are many reasons to volunteer … Continue reading

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