I Am Equal Foundation

The I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION (http://iamequal.com/) global scholarship initiative is bringing opportunity, education and empowerment to youth who may otherwise languish in silence on the streets around the world. This program gives children from high-risk and depressed economic conditions a light of inspiration to continue the journey of education.

The I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION was established in response to the I AM EQUAL PROJECT (http://www.iamequalproject.org/), a world photo tour from creator Jason Beckett and international photographer Matt Spencer in an effort to focus the overwhelming response from the photo project into productive actions steps that effect the global condition.

The I AM EQUAL 100,000 PHOTO WORLD TOUR is an unprecedented project that empowers humanity to take a stand for equality and the rights of all people.  Photographer Matt Spencer captures the power and passion of individuals from all walks of life as they stand up for the causes that are near to their heart.  Some people are taking a stand for civil rights while others are protecting children. Some are here to speak up for women's rights or to end human trafficking. There are some who are standing up for gay & lesbian issues and some want to stop female genital mutilation.  It's up to each person individually to make this picture valuable. Sharing it is the first step.  When someone asks about the picture, that's your opportunity to share the cause that's most important to you and inspire your friends & family to step up with you.  This is a global vision to change the world and it truly starts with the individual. We can take the picture, but we can not give it value...that's up to you.

Starting at age 11, the students have an opportunity to choose into the I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION scholarship program and begin an 8 year journey of academic and social development. As an organization we inspire and engage with these students for many years, encouraging them to place their personal value and contribution at the forefront of their consciousness. Yearly essays, and regular communication from the students ensure they are actively engaged in reaching their goals of academic excellence and receiving the scholarship they work so diligently to achieve.

There are countless ways to contribute to the I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION. As a volunteer, your time and talents in support of these scholarship students makes a huge difference in the ultimate success of the application process. They work with a limited number of volunteers every year as student advisors for the program. Each volunteer must pass a background check and a rigorous training program. If you would like to participate as a Student Advisor, please contact their office directly.

For more information, visit their blog here:  http://blog.iamequalfoundation.org/

<3 and peace, Helena