Every year Doctors Without Borders delivers emergency medical aid all over the world with a volunteer staff of about 3,000. The organization has no connection with any government or political group and does not work for profit.
Learn about the inspiring organizations that help to solve problems in countries around the world--from protecting the environment to protecting human rights to providing for basic needs in times of conflict and disaster--and how to get involved. Each book presents readers with the core values, main concerns, campaigns, and classic actions of each organization. Plus, an insider's perspective is…
Kindergarten-Grade 3-These books describe the history and work of groups that offer assistance with some of society's challenging problems. ASPCA tells about the history and functions of the organization and discusses classes that the group offers. Doctors describes the work of volunteer doctors and other medical personnel who travel the world to offer medical care during disasters, wars, and o…
Introduces the International Red Cross and Red Crescent societies, providing information about their history, goals and campaigns, and the people who work and volunteer for the group.