Help me, please!
Identify at least two issues in your community. Select one that interests you the most. It's time to investigate! Use this chart to take notes as you research your issue. Seek help from the library, Internet, family and friends, and trusted community members. These people may suggest good ideas and websites for information. One example would be your city or county government website. Be sure to note where you find information. Community Issue: ____________ Research Notes Who… Whom does the issue or problem affect? How does it affect them? Who has information that can help you? What… What factors contribute to the problem? What type of service might be most helpful to people affected by the issue? Where… Where does the issue have greatest impact? Where can you find people working on it? When… When did the issue or problem begin? When is help needed? Why… Why do people think this issue is important? Why do you think it is important? Resources Record the titles and locations of any books, websites, or people that helped you. Plan! Use this chart to organize information for your service. What I can do to help–list all steps involved Related organization and name of contact person, including organization phone number, email, street address Dates and locations of any events already scheduled by the organization that I can participate in Is there a minimum age for the task I would like to participate in? Am I old enough? How will I get to the event(s) and back home again? Do I have parent or guardian permission? Who can help me and how?
