One of the first rules of activism is to use your talents. If you are a writer, then you should write. If you are a cartoonist, then you should utilize that talent to bring awareness to issues that are important to you. If you are a physician, then you should offer your services to individuals. Tying your talents to activism efforts is very important to people who are trying to make a difference. Getting people to volunteer their time is very challenging. It can be hard to convince others to do something they don’t want to do, but it makes the task of recruiting volunteers and donors much easier when it is tied to something they are passionate about. One of the most effective ways to get people involved is by asking them to speak at a public meeting. There are many reasons to get involved in activism, but it can be hard to start when you have no prior experience in nonprofit work. Most people suggest that ambitious activists start where they are. Your specialty, local hospital, and e...