The Movement

The Be the Change Movement inspires people to notice what's happening in the world around them, to choose actions that create positive change, and to act as a living example of the power of contribution and compassion.

In the face of violence, pollution, poverty, addiction, social oppression, isolation, and war, many of us are left feeling fearful, victimized or alone. The Be The Change Movement provides each of us with a clear and powerful way to be a part of the change we wish to see in the world.

By joining the Be The Change Movement, you not only commit yourself to being the change you wish to see, you also immediately serve as an inspiration and support to others. By maintaining your commitment to perform at least one intentional Act of Change each day, you experience the immediate satisfaction of pride associated with making a difference.

By using our simple yet effective Formula for Change (Notice, Choose, and Act), you can have a positive impact on every area of your life.

With millions committed to being the change there is no limit to the possibilities.

• Imagine families where every member is consciously looking for ways to contribute.
• Imagine schools where every student is given time to share and celebrate their positive acts of change.
• Imagine corporations where contribution and service are the basis of the company culture.
• Imagine a world where people of every country join hands and commit to generating peace on the planet.
• Imagine our media and daily news no longer dominated by violence, fear, and destruction, instead focusing on the celebration and recognition of the positive difference people are making in the world.

What if young people and adults all over the world were being honored daily, weekly, monthly, and annually for their significant contributions?

What if people everywhere were inspired to share food, shelter, and resources?
What if our human family could unite as one?

To Be The Change means to liberate ourselves from the self-imposed limitations of our minds.

To Be The Change means to create peace and connection from the inside out.

To Be The Change means to move away from hopelessness and fear, and take powerful positive steps toward creating the life – and world – of our dreams.

We invite you to learn about this powerful movement and your part in it. Find more on our vision for the growth of the Be The Change Movement.

Our goal is to provide examples for how every part of the Be The Change Movement can apply in the world. You can return to the Challenge Day website to find out how we have developed and applied these concepts to our personal lives, our workplace, our client schools and their communities.

“We must not, in trying to think about how we can make a big difference, ignore the small daily differences we can make which, over time, add up to big differences that we often cannot foresee.”

- Marian Wright Edelman