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Teens under 18 still can't vote, but they can have their chance to be heard. Teens want to serve, to help those less fortunate, and to bring about change in the world—and they are doing so in huge numbers. Nearly 60% of teens in the United States are involved in service and philanthropic activities in their communities - broadcasting their messages to a huge audience.

=Facebook co-founder Chris Hughes officially launches Jumo, social network for social activism= Hughes said Jumo, which means "to come together," is trying to make it easier for people to discover, follow and support the causes that are meaningful to them and to their friends, family members and colleagues. The hope is that, over time, people will form a deeper relationship with and commitment to those causes. Jumo Site

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PSAs - Make One and Find Your Voice
Is there a message you want others to hear? A cause that needs attention? Make a PSA! Check out the top ten PSAs and let us know what you think of them.

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Invisible Children Makes History
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The members of Invisible Children are using the power of media to inspire young people to help end the longest running war in Africa. On May 24th, 2010 resident Obama signed the LRA Disarmament and Northern Uganda Recovery Act into law thanks to this organization; Just proving that a motivated force with a mission CAN make change.Check out the video.

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