Our commitment to peace & world betterment
The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) and the NSHSS Foundation are founded on principles of promoting peace, understanding, and world betterment. We stand with our members, educators, partners, and supporters around the globe to support harmony and fellowship for those affected by conflict and crisis.
Below you’ll find trusted resources and concrete ways to help. Whether you donate, volunteer, or simply stay informed, every choice counts.
A World in Need of Compassion and Action
Many regions around the world are currently experiencing humanitarian crises or conflict. According to global conflict-tracking research, there are over 110 active armed conflicts worldwide, impacting millions of civilians through displacement, food insecurity, disrupted education, and loss of basic rights.
For those who wish to stay informed, interactive tools such as the Global Conflict Tracker by the Center for Preventive Action offer up-to-date insights into ongoing crises around the globe.
What You Can Do Now
Support Trusted Organizations
Consider donating to or volunteering with reputable humanitarian and peace-building organizations. Financial support, skills-based volunteering, and advocacy all make a meaningful impact in communities affected by conflict.
Share Resources & Start Conversations
Help amplify awareness by sharing this page or its resources with friends, family, educators, or your community. Thoughtful conversations and informed sharing are powerful tools for change.
Stay Informed & Engage Thoughtfully
Seek out reliable sources, listen to voices directly impacted by conflict, and continue learning about global issues. Understanding is the foundation of empathy and responsible action.
Lead Change as a Student
If you’re a student passionate about advocacy, activism, or social impact, consider applying for the NSHSS Advocacy & Activism Scholarship when it reopens. This scholarship supports students who are turning their values into action and making a difference in their communities.
NSHSS Student & Youth-Led Partners
NSHSS handpicks its partners carefully, seeking nonprofits, organizations, and initiatives that align directly with our mission and values — particularly those empowering youth voices, education, and cross-cultural understanding.
Slavic Voice 4 Ukraine
Slavic Voice 4 Ukraine is a youth-led nonprofit media platform dedicated to amplifying Ukrainian voices and fostering understanding of Ukraine’s culture, history, and ongoing struggle for freedom. Through journalism, storytelling, and art, the organization connects global audiences with authentic Ukrainian perspectives while promoting empathy, resilience, and unity across communities.
- Help the People of Ukraine
- evacuation support, everyday supplies, first aid kits and more
- 28 Meaningful Ways You can Help
- providing food, emergency services, and supporting the LGBTQ+ community
- World Central Kitchen
- more ways to support families with nutritional meals with donations and volunteering
- Country Profile
- timeline, facts, history
- 50 Interesting Facts
- traditions, famous foods, and history
EmpowerHer
EmpowerHer is a youth-led nonprofit focused on uplifting Afghan girls and women whose education and opportunities have been severely restricted due to ongoing conflict and political repression. Through mentorship, creative expression, and leadership development, EmpowerHer provides Afghan girls with tools, confidence, and platforms to share their stories and shape their futures.
How to Support Afghan Students
Afghan Girls’ Book Club Volunteer Opportunity
Afghan Youth EduReach, in partnership with the Afghan Scout Relief Fund, operates an online book club that provides Afghan students with a safe and supportive space to read, strengthen their English communication skills, share their ideas, and build community. The organizations are seeking consistent volunteers to facilitate weekly, one-hour online book discussions.
This is an external volunteer opportunity administered directly by Afghan Youth EduReach and the Afghan Scout Relief Fund.
Volunteer moderators facilitate weekly online book-club discussions for groups of approximately 10–12 students. Moderators read up to 15 pages each week, prepare four to six open-ended discussion questions, and encourage every student to participate in a respectful and supportive conversation.
Sessions are held through Google Meet, generally once per week for one hour. Volunteers do not need to be trained teachers, but they should be dependable, comfortable guiding group discussions, and able to make an ongoing commitment.
Who may be a good fit: Educators, college students, experienced high school students, retired professionals, mentors, and community leaders.
High school students interested in serving as moderators should contact the organizers to confirm minimum-age requirements before applying.
Afghan Youth EduReach
afghanyouthedureach@gmail.com
Afghan Scout Relief Fund
AWBC@afghanscoutrelieffund.org
The program primarily serves young people living in Afghanistan, particularly girls and young women whose access to formal education has been restricted. Participants join weekly English-language discussions, read up to 15 pages each week, and share their perspectives in a small, supportive group.
Applicants generally need upper-intermediate English skills, reliable internet access, and the ability to attend weekly online sessions.
There is an inconsistency in their materials: one document describes eligibility as young women living in Afghanistan, while another mentions girls as the priority but also references boys ages 15–28.
The program primarily serves students living in Afghanistan. Prospective participants should contact the organizers to confirm current eligibility and available openings.
Afghan Youth EduReach
afghanyouthedureach@gmail.com
Afghan Scout Relief Fund
AWBC@afghanscoutrelieffund.org
Coordinators support the day-to-day operation of each book-club group. They distribute meeting links and reading materials, confirm attendance, communicate with participants, document sessions, and coordinate directly with the volunteer moderator.
The coordinator guide describes this as an Afghan-based role that serves as the bridge between students, moderators, and the program. It therefore does not appear to be a general volunteer position for NSHSS members or U.S.-based educators.
Contact the organizers for current eligibility requirements.
Afghan Youth EduReach
afghanyouthedureach@gmail.com
Afghan Scout Relief Fund
AWBC@afghanscoutrelieffund.org
NSHSS Advocacy Scholarship
NSHSS will award students with a demonstrated passion for activism and advocacy $1,000 to be used towards their education. Do you have a passion for bringing about social, political, or civil change in your community? Does a particular cause or idea have your attention? Do you hope to apply these skills to your college education? This scholarship will open again in 2026!
Trusted Organizations & Ways to Contribute
Consider donating or volunteering with one of the reputable, well-established humanitarian and peace-building organizations:
