Change the 🌍 from home

WE ARE HERE FOR YOU_

We know that things are hard right now and our lives are vastly different to how they were a few months ago. However, even in these challenging times, we have heard stories of communities coming together and making a difference. We want to shine a spotlight on some positive news stories around the world and signpost you to resources and opportunities that we think you will find useful as well as help you carry on changing the world.

Speaking of carrying on, our team is getting used to our new normal of working from home. For our full COVID-19 Update and how best to get in touch with us, click the button below.

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We are still working to support and champion all the amazing work you are all doing around the world and will be moving a lot of our offerings online so they can be accessed while we’re all at home.

We want to ensure that the work that we do is youth-driven so we would love to hear from you in this short survey.

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SPOTLIGHT ON POSITIVITY

I wanted to share with you a couple of positive news stories that I hope will brighten up your day. It’s important to remember the power of community and the power that we can have as a collective. I am sure that Diana Award recipients around the world are having a positive impact on their communities so please get in contact and let me know what you’re up to!

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COMMUNITIES VS
COVID-19

Hundreds of neighbourly support groups spring up to help those suffering from the effects and threat of the coronavirus outbreak.

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JOIN THE GUARDIAN'S HAPPY THREAD

While there is a temptation to stay glued to the news, there is no doubt that we’re all in need of – and deserve – some joy.

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TED CONNECTS COMMUNITY AND HOPE_

This new, free, live daily series will feature experts whose ideas can help us reflect and work through this time with a sense of responsibility, compassion and wisdom.

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10 TIPS TO BOOST
SOLIDARITY_

Most stories we have seen in the news right now are bleak but it is important to remember that beyond the sensational stories, most people want to pull together and help.

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ONLINE OPPORTUNITIES_

Apply for a grant to support you to respond to COVID-19
Peace First are awarding $250 mini grants to young people taking action in their communities in response to COVID-19.

Download a free meditation app
Balance offers a personalised meditation programme that they have made available for free for one year.

Enroll onto the science of well-being
Yale's most popular class ever is available free online — and the topic is how to be happier in your daily life.

Join a free online yoga class
Diana Award recipient Robin is hosting yoga classes online to support young people with their mental health and wellbeing.

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HELPFUL
RESOURCES_

If you’re following us on social media, you may have seen our recent blog posts.

In these times it is important to look after your mental health and wellbeing, so we put together ‘10 Ways To Stay Mentally Healthy Whilst Physically Distancing’.

We know that a lot of you may find it frustrating being at home and unable to carry out your projects and campaigns, but it is important to stay inside and safe.

Read ’10 Ways to Change the World from Home’.

Finally, we have compiled a list of ’10 Top Things to Explore While at Home’ which gives tips on some online resources for you to explore science, arts, culture and entertainment.

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Kind regards,

Saraniya Thayaparan
Award & Development Programme Officer

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