Since the COVID-19 pandemic started, people have adapted to a new normal and changes to everyday life. To help you navigate this new normal, we have put together a list of resources — from ways to support your community to online classes and museums — that can help any activist looking for ways to get involved, even from their homes.
Good news updates
The last year has seen a lot of uncertainty, with frightening and heartbreaking moments and news. But reminders of some of the good happening in the world can bring some much-needed motivation to keep working towards activism-related goals. That’s why we collected Stories of Solidarity in 2020 to spread some hope around the world. Read a few of their stories and meet a few of the people doing their part to support their communities during the COVID-19 pandemic in our frontline video series.
Outlets like Good News Shared and Good News Network are also sharing heartwarming and optimistic stories from around the world. You’ll get a daily dose of positivity, plus it may inspire new ways for you to take action.
Staying involved
From social distancing to self-quarantine and lockdowns since the pandemic began, it’s easy to feel disconnected from the rest of the world. This can be especially hard if you feel ready to help others through this global health crisis.
Luckily, there are ways to show your support from a distance. Greenpeace and NewMode both have lists on how to help your community while practicing social distancing or staying at home. From helping those most vulnerable to mobilizing online, there are ways to stay involved and make a difference in this pandemic (aside from following your local guidelines — which is activism on its own!).
You can also become a supporter and champion for the ONE Campaign! Stay up to speed on the latest issues and take action, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, and consider becoming a ONE Global Activist.
Activism classes
There are online courses that can sharpen your advocacy skills. Oxfam and the Open University are offering a free course that will help you become a more effective change-maker.
The online platform edX offers multiple courses on activism from different universities around the world. Amnesty International also has an academy focused on human rights issues.
More education resources
If you’re looking to stay productive and keep learning beyond activism, 450 of the world’s top universities are offering courses free online, and the World Digital Library has access to free books, documents, and photos from all over the world. And, you can even visit these 10 museums from the comfort of your couch.
For those who want to brush up on their pandemic-related knowledge, keep up with our Africa Tracker to find out how COVID-19 is affecting African countries. And, check out our Vaccine Access Test, which scores governments and leaders on whether they are bringing us closer to or further from an equitable outcome for COVID-19. Finally, watch our animated series “Pandemica” to find out what the world could look like if global vaccine access isn’t prioritized.
If you’re at home with kids of school age, or looking to brush up on your learning skills, Forbes has put together 15 free education resources you can use while your child is home from school. Annenberg Learner also has resources for any grade level, plus classes for adults!
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