I will start by trying to realize that my small contributions will matter. It’s very easy to see so many huge issues and feel like change is impossible, like nothing will ever improve. I need to remember the boy with the starfish and realize that what I do to help, no matter how small, will make a difference. For example, for the last two years I’ve helped out with an organization called Spread the Love that makes sandwiches for homeless shelters. It was just a couple hours that I spent making sandwiches with friends. Though I know I did not solve hunger in Hamilton, I did something that made a small difference to a small group of people. It is my goal to continue to do these small acts of good. If enough people begin to think like me, then perhaps our world’s problems can be solved by massive involvement. Maybe what the world needs is not for a few people to do a lot, but for everyone to do a little bit.
I also would like to continue running charity events. This year I ran a dodgeball tournament that raised $800 for a charity called Listen to the Children. This charity constantly sends necessary supplies over to Sierra Leone. I believe that the chances to run charity events such as these will only grow as I grow older. University can be a great outlet for creative fundraising ideas.
Finally, I will never stop learning about what is going on in our world. The second I become ignorant, then I stop being a useful global citizen. I will do my best to watch the news, research, and discuss world issues. This way I can remain an informed citizen and spread awareness to others why could also make a difference. Also this way I will be able to defend my own views. If I have an opinion of something that differs from the norm, I want to have the facts and knowledge to stand up for my beliefs. This is also a very important part of being an informed global citizen.
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