The National Latino Alliance for the Elimination of Domestic Violence has been tirelessly working toward the goal of their mission since they opened their doors in 1999. With a clear understanding of what they wanted to accomplish, they were permitted a five year start up grant from the Department of Health and Human Services. One [...]

It is great to see how many organizations are out there giving their all for the animal rights movement. The general public was in need of some enlightenment when it came to the topics of animal cruelty, testing, and all around mistreatment. Luckily for us, these groups have stepped up and assumed the responsibility of [...]

There are many groups that have become very involved with the issue of animal protection. Whether it is companion pets, farm animals, or wildlife, these organizations are right there to help them from the cruelty and maltreatment that has been cropping up time and time again for years. With these groups there to raise awareness [...]

It is always tragic to hear that a human being, that should have better sense, has been abusing animals. It is difficult to stomach the fact that mistreatment is occurring, no matter who the victim is, but animals do not have an opportunity to yell out and tell people that something is wrong. They can [...]

We all want the same things for our country’s youth. We want them to be protected from violence, be clothed and well fed, and for them to go home to a loving family that nurtures them. The hard truth is that this is not reality for many children. They are not provided with the care [...]

We are lucky that we live in a time where communication has become so simple and raising awareness about important issues is not the seemingly impossible task that it used to be. Technology has allowed us to express our opinions and let the general public know about any injustices being faced, no matter where it [...]

Global Kids has been around since 1989 and has existed as a not for profit organization since 1993. Their mission is to educate and inspire youth residing in urban areas and equip them with the knowledge and skills to become successful students, global citizens, and community leaders. Since its inception, Global Kids has been committed [...]

The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) is the nation’s largest anti-sexual assault organization and offers excellent resources to those interested in learning about and getting involved with the fight against sexual violence. RAINN runs the National Sexual Assault Hotline (1-800-656-HOPE) and the National Sexual Assault Online Hotline (rainn.org), which have helped over 1.3 [...]

Child abuse is taking place at alarmingly high rates throughout the United States.  In 2007 alone, nearly 3.2 million child abuse reports and allegations were made and what is more, nearly five children die a day from it. The consequences of child abuse cases and those that go unreported are grave, not only for the [...]

Child abuse comes in many forms but they all have one thing in common, they can have negative effects on the victims that can last for their entire lives if not treated properly. We should all have some knowledge not only about the atrocious crimes that are being committed on a daily basis, but also [...]