Internet Resources
Here you can find various internet tools for learning, lifestyle & current trends.
Learning and Education
- Khan Academy -Offers free online courses on various subjects.
- Coursera -Provides access to courses from top universities and institutions.
- edX -Offers a wide range of online courses and certifications.
- MIT OpenCourseWare -Provides free access to MIT's course materials.
- Duolingo -A popular platform for learning languages.
Research and Information
- Google Scholar -A search engine for scholarly articles and research papers.
- PubMed -For medical and life sciences research.
- JSTOR -Provides access to academic journals, books, and primary source materials.
- Wikipedia -A vast, user-edited encyclopedia covering a wide range of topics.
Coding and Programming
- GitHub -A platform for hosting and collaborating on software projects.
- Stack Overflow -A Q&A community for programmers.
- Codecademy -Offers interactive coding lessons.
- FreeCodeCamp -Provides free coding challenges and projects.
Online Tools
- Google Drive -For storing and collaborating on documents and files.
- Canva -An online graphic design tool.
- Evernote -A note-taking and organization app.
- Trello -A project management tool.
News and Current Events
- BBC News -Provides global news coverage.
- The New York Times -Offers in-depth news and analysis.
- NPR -For audio news and stories.
- Reddit -A community-driven platform with various news subreddits.
Entertainment
- Netflix -For streaming movies and TV shows.
- Spotify -A music streaming service.
- YouTube -A platform for sharing and watching videos.
- Twitch -For watching live streaming of gaming and creative content.
Social Media
- Facebook -A popular social networking platform.
- Twitter -A microblogging and social networking site.
- Instagram -A photo and video sharing app.
- LinkedIn -A professional networking platform.
Health and Fitness
- WebMD -Offers health information and resources.
- MyFitnessPal -A fitness and nutrition tracking app.
- Calm -For meditation and relaxation.
- Healthline -Provides health news and advice.
- Stop the Clot -Spread the word.
- NAMI -National Alliance on Mental Illness.
Shopping and E-commerce
- Amazon -A widely used online shopping platform.
- eBay -An online marketplace for buying and selling items.
- Etsy -A platform for handmade and vintage items.
- Zillow -For real estate listings and information.
Travel and Maps
- Google Maps -Offers maps, navigation, and location information.
- TripAdvisor -Provides travel recommendations and reviews.
- Skyscanner -A travel search engine for finding flights and hotels.
- Airbnb -For booking unique accommodations.
Here you can find information on indvidiual and community empowerment
Sites I Followed as a Graduate Student
- Demos -Powering the movement for a just, multiracial democracy.
- Crossroads Fund -Working on issues of racial, social and economic justice in the Chicago area.
- Test Positive Aware -To be a relentless champion for people affected by HIV and do all we can to help them thrive.
Online Petition Sites
- Change dot org - A platform for online petitions and grassroots organizing on a wide range of issues.
- Move on -An organization that promotes progressive policies and political change.
- Change Maker- A platform designed to help people create and share petitions on a wide range of topics.
- Daily Kos- A progressive political blogging and activist website that includes a petition platform.
- Action Network- Provides tools for creating petitions, organizing events and engaging with supporters to promote various causes.
- Ipetitions- A straightforward platform for creating and signing petitions on a wide array of issues.
- Care2- A social networking website that includes a petition platform for a wide range of social and environmental issues.
Human Rights Activism
- Amnesty International -Dedicated to advocating for and protecting the rights and dignity of individuals around the world.
- Human Rights Watch -An international non-governmental organization committed to monitoring and advocating for human rights.
- International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) -An organization that works relentlessly to defend and promote human rights.
Environmental Activism
- Greenpeace-Known for campaigning against environmental degradation, climate change, as well as, advocating for sustainable and eco-friendly solutions.
- Sierra Club-Dedicated to preserving and protecting natural landscapes and advocating for environmental conservation, clean energy and sustainability.
- 350.org- A grassroots environmental movement committed to addressing the urgent global issue of climate change by offering ways to improve carbon emissions.
Social Justice and Civil Rights
- Black Lives Matter-A civil rights movement advocating for the end of racial discrimination.
- American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) -A civil liberties organization dedicated to defending and protecting individual rights and freedoms guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution.
- NAACP - A venerable civil rights organization that has played a crucial role in advocating for racial justice and equality for Black Americans in the US.
Women's Rights and Gender Equality
- Women's March -A dynamic and inclusive feminist movement that mobilizes individuals to stand up for women's rights and social justice, as well as, promoting gender equality.
- HeForShe -A United Nations solidarity movement that encourages men and boys to actively support gender equality and women's rights.
- Planned Parenthood -A nonprofit organization that provides a wide range of reproductive health services, including family planning.
LGBTQ+ Rights
- Human Rights Campaign -An organization dedicated to advocating for and protecting the rights and equality of LGBTQ+ individuals worldwide.
- GLAAD -A media advocacy organization committed to promoting fair and accurate representation of LGBTQ+ people in the media.
- The Trevor Project - A nonprofit organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services for LGBTQ+ youth.
Anti-Poverty and Economic Justice
- Oxfam -An organization dedicated to eradicating poverty and advancing social justice.
- Global Citizen -Anadvocacy organization that mobilizes people to take action on critical issues like poverty, inequality, and climate change through campaigns.
- Economic Policy Institute -A think tank that researches and analyzes economic policies to promote workers' rights, equity, and a fairer economic system in the US.
Peace and Anti-War Activism
- Code Pink -A grrassroots peace organization that actively campaigns against war, militarism, and injustice through nonviolent protests/ advocacy.
- Veterans for Peace - An organization of military veterans and allies who work resolutely to promote peaceful alternatives, push for the demilitarization of foreign policy, while seeking to prevent future conflict.
- CND (Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament) - Advocates for the reduction and elimination of nuclear weapons through diplomacy and disarmament initiatives.
Activist News and Media
- The Intercept -A independent online news publication known for its investigative journalism.
- Democracy Now! -A media outlet that provides progressive and independent journalism.
- Common Dreams -A progressive news and analysis website that offers a platform for diverse voices and opinions focused on social issues.
Indigenous Rights
- Indigenous Environmental Network -Encourages Indigenous communities to protect their lands and dvocate for environmental justice.
- National Congress of American Indians -Deals with outreach for the rights and well-being of tribal nations and Native people, while promoting their sovereignty.
- Cultural Survival -Protects he rights and self-determination of Indigenous and tribal communities world wide through advocacy, education, and media initiatives.
Refugee and Migrant Rights
- International Rescue Committee (IRC) -A humanitarian organization that provides life-saving support to refugees and people affected by conflict and disaster.
- Refugees International -Offers a strong and independent voice for displaced people and refugees.
- United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) -Provides resources related to refugees and displaced persons globally.