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The mission of Bridges to Understanding is to use digital technology and the art of storytelling to empower and unite youth worldwide, enhance cross-cultural understanding and build global citizenship. Our goal is for middle and high school students in our partner classrooms to develop an awareness of their interconnection with each other, an understanding of the implications of global problems in their own and other regions around the world, and to become empowered to act on issues that affect all youth. To achieve this, Bridges students engage with each other through teacher-guided online discussion forums, curriculum-based programs and the creation and sharing of digital stories. Interactive digital storytelling, a central part of the Bridges program, is the modern day form of the traditional art of storytelling. Youth use computer-based tools to tell stories focusing on an important community issue from their point of view. Mentored by Bridges’ staff and trained volunteers, students produce their stories in small classroom-based teams. Upon completion, the stories are posted on Bridges’ web site for viewing and learning by students in Bridges’ worldwide network. For more information about Bridges’ programs and volunteer opportunities, or to support Bridges with a donation, please visit www.bridgesweb.org.
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