http://www.search-institute.org Search Institute (US) is an independent, nonprofit, nonsectarian organization whose mission is to advance the well-being of adolescents and children by generating knowledge and promoting its application.At the heart of the institute’s work is the  framework of 40 developmental assets, which are positive experiences, relationships, opportunities, and personal qualities that young people need to grow up healthy, caring, and responsible.    http://www.youthactivism.com/index.htm This is a website which supports youth and adults working with youth to take action on issues they care about. Lots of advice and information and guidance.   http://www.virtuesproject.com/ Information on materials and activities of this project by Linda Kavelin Popov