Past Projects
Projects that helped catalyze social action around the world.
Amizade works closely with nonprofit leaders and community organizations all over the world to create and sustain social action projects. Check out past projects developed by Amizade.
APPALACHIAN QUEER YOUTH SUMMIT
Amizade is partnering with the ACLU West Virginia to host a long weekend summer camp that will break down that barrier of isolation by bringing together LGBTQ-identifying teenagers from across West Virginia.
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HELP SUPPORT TURTLE CONSERVATION IN MATURA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO
Nature Seekers is a non-profit organization in Trinidad dedicated to environmental conservation, specifically the protection of leatherback sea turtles and an important Amizade partner whose work is integral to our programs in Trinidad. Your support will help them continue their important work!
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THE GLOBAL SOCIAL ACTION ACCELERATOR
Through the Global Social Action Accelerator (GSAA), Amizade will help participants build on their new skills, passions, and networks by funding and supporting social action projects designed to address a need in their home community.
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COVID-19 RELIEF FUND
We’re creating the biggest movement of solidarity we can possibly make. Help us continue to support our community around the world during this difficult time.
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HURRICANE MARIA RELIEF FUND
A fundraiser for Amizade’s community partner Caras con Causa in response to Hurricane Maria’s devastation in Puerto Rico.
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PINE RIDGE RELIEF FUND
A fundraiser for Amizade’s community partner in Pine Ridge, South Dakota.
THE GLOBAL SWITCHBOARD IN PITTSBURGH
We created and catalyzed The Global Switchboard, a coalition and co-working space in Pittsburgh that has brought together organizations to better manage global engagement in Pittsburgh.
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AMIZADE'S WATER WALK IN PITTSBURGH & MORGANTOWN
For 10 years, our Water Walks have brought together Amizade participants – past, present, and prospective – and supporters for a great cause, and has helped to raise awareness about clean water initiatives.
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GHANA LIBRARY PROJECT
The library is in the Amizade site of Jukwa, Ghana, and directly benefits nearly 21 schools and 10 surrounding villages in the area.
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Generous contributions like yours allow us to create eye-opening (and often life-changing) opportunities for curious young people to connect with local communities in 12 countries.