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To bring better change to the extremely poor

To attain gender equality in a Ugandan local community through promoting the social, political, educational and economic participation of women and children in community development programs. SCOEN strives to create a future in which all Ugandan women will be viewed and treated equally as men in all aspects of life; political, economic, social, educational and culturally. We will also seek to continue our role as advocates of children and women's rights, promoter of their capacities and driving force of social change, promoting their participation in the decisions that affect their lives, and amplifying their voices for peace and security at the regional, national and global levels.

Saving Forests: Changing Lives. Located in Brazil's Atlantic Forest, one of the worlds top five biodiversity hotspots, Iracambi's tagline is "Saving Forests, Changing Lives."

Building hope, changing lives, restoring families.

Empowering people to make changes to Thai education.

THE COLLEGE OF OUR LADY OF THE ELMS, A CATHOLIC COLLEGE, EDUCATES A DIVERSE GROUP OF WOMEN AND MEN IN A SUPPORTIVE, VIBRANT LEARNING COMMUNITY. COMBINING A LIBERAL ARTS EDUCATION WITH PROFESSIONAL STUDIES, ELMS COLLEGE EMPOWERS STUDENTS TO EFFECT POSITIVE CHANGES IN THE COMMUNITY AND IN THE WORLD. AFFIRMING THE FOUNDING TRADITION OF THE SISTERS OF ST. JOSEPH, ELMS COLLEGE CHALLENGES STUDENTS TO EMBRACE CHANGE WITHOUT COMPROMISING PRINCIPLE, TO RESPOND CREATIVELY TO THE DEMANDS OF THEIR CHOSEN CAREERS, AND TO ADVOCATE FOR PEOPLE IN NEED. ELMS COLLEGE IS A COMMUNITY ROOTED IN FAITH, EDUCATED IN MIND, COMPASSIONATE IN HEART, AND RESPONSIVE TO CIVIC AND SOCIAL OBLIGATIONS.

The B Sharp Youth Music Program, based in the heart of Como, is a free music education program based in Fort Worth. It is the only El Sistema-inspired music program in North Texas. El Sistema-inspired programs are unique to the community and culture of its participants and are a vehicle for social change and betterment through the teaching of music.

VALUES Because we believe that every human has the right to life with dignity. Through trustworthy and effective work we care for the forgotten and most voulnerable. VISION ADRA Slovenia returns people's dignity through transparent and professional cooperation. We are achieving measurable and lasting changes in society through the implementation of projects in the fields of education, health, social inclusion, development/humanitarian aid and crisis response. Positive changes are permanent, both in the individual and in the whole country. MISSION ADRA Slovenia works with people living in hardships, poverty, and unfavourable conditions. Action is focused on creating positive and fair change for all. This can be achieved through responsible actions and partnerships. Partnerships are created between national ADRA organizations as well as with other organizations in the private, non-governmental and public sector with similar and consistent principles.

Too many children and youth suffer the effects of poverty and violence. Pomoc deci (Children and Youth Support Organisation) creates an environment of hope and respect for children and youth, where they have opportunities to achieve their full potential, and provides children, youth, parents and communities with practical tools for positive change. Awards and Recognition ERSTE award for social innovations as one of the best social inclusion programmes in southeast Europe in 2009. Management Quality Certificate based on ISO 9001/2008 requirements.

Creators Association is an organization of professionals dedicated to using art for personal growth and social change. It works with children, youth, adults, professional artists, people with disabilities and marginalized groups. Association of Creators creates an author's system for teaching emotional culture and leadership skills through the arts. Association of Creators is a non-profit organization aimed at people who develop in the arts and artistic psycho-social activities, practice them as a profession or hobby, want to develop as individuals and professionals and pass on knowledge to others.

Established in 1884, the Lincoln School is an independent college preparatory school for girls where high academic and ethical standards challenge students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 to nurture their special talents and interests. Drawing on its Quaker heritage, Lincoln School focuses on character and values, as well as knowledge, simplicity, cooperation, mutual respect, and nonviolent resolution of conflict. The aims of a Lincoln education are confidence, achievement, success, and a life-long love of learning. Total enrollment includes 167 students in grades 9-12, 91 students in grades 6-8, and 130 students in grades Nursery-5.

Changing lives and inspiring learning through science and wonder.