Be Inspired

Beating global poverty may seem like an overwhelming challenge, but it shouldn't. The world has the know-how and the resources to make it happen. True change can occur when people on all levels of society, in wealthy and poor countries alike, work together. This change can start right now with you.

Since 1999, NetAid has worked with thousands of people from all walks of life to help fight global poverty. In many cases, their efforts and results have been extraordinary. So, read their inspiring stories and start planning what you’ll do to get involved. The more you learn about what others like you are already doing, the less overwhelming the challenge of poverty will seem.

Featured Stories
Why Me, Why Poverty, Why Now 2006-2007 Global Citizen Corps Leaders speak out about the unprecedented opportunity our generation has to beat global poverty and why we must step up the fight. Hear what they have to say >> Artist Combines Love of Haiti with a Lesson for All Ages Artist and author Youme Landowne uses book proceeds to benefit Haitian children. Read more >> Morgan Elementary teacher inspires students to action A classroom reading exercise inspired elementary students to raise money for education in Ghana. Read more >> Making Hopeful Days a Reality High-school sophomore timely idea leads to support for Guatemalan health and education organization. Read more >> Timing is Everything Aware that his province in Burkina Faso had one of the lowest schooling rates, Toure used his business smarts to do something. Read more >>