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MTV Act is where fist-pumping and lending a helping hand collide. We raise a glass to the risk-takers and change-makers, and make it easy for everyone to take action - right now - on issues they care about. Email us: act(at)mtv.com Follow us: @MTVact

12 Jul 2012

[VIDEO PREMIERE] Meet That Girl In Pink A.K.A. Internet Sensation, Activist & Singer Benni Cinkle

Posted 7/12/12 11:30 am EST by MTV Act in Bullying Sucks, Interview, Music, Video

Ya know that girl in pink standing next to Rebecca Black in the "Friday" video? The one who does that little jig to herself for a hot sec around 1:10? Well, we recently caught up with her, and there is WAY more to this girl than her "Friday" debut.

28 Jun 2012

#WYNTKA: Obamacare

Posted 6/28/12 6:46 pm EST by MTV Act in Election 2012, Health, politics

Photo: A young supporter of "Obamacare" (right) argues with several elderly women who are against the reforms, in front of the US Supreme Court in Washington, DC. (Getty Images)

(Updated) The Supreme Court has finally reached a decision over the controversial healthcare act (aka Obamacare).

19 Jun 2012

[PHOTOS] What Does Justin Bieber 'Believe' In?

Posted 6/19/12 10:00 am EST by MTV Act in Celebs, Music, Photos

Photo: (Getty Images)

Justin Bieber’s new album, Believe, comes out today and you betta believe that MTV is partying with him -- live! A 30-minute "Bieber Live" special airs tonight at 7:30 pm ET/PT, so be sure to tune in and watch the Biebs chat with Sway, perform, and answer fan questions via Twitter.

16 Jun 2012

Did You Watch 'True Life: I'm Addicted to Caffeine'?

Posted 6/16/12 3:23 pm EST by MTV Act in Health, Shows, TV

Photo: (MTV)

“True Life: I’m Addicted to Caffeine” follows three individuals battling serious health issues due to their unhealthy dependence on caffeinated drinks.

13 Apr 2012

'Bully' Gets a PG-13 Rating So We Highlight Young Action Takers

Posted 4/13/12 5:15 pm EST by MTV Act in Bullying Sucks, Movies

Photo: (The Bully Project)

By Edward Wardrip, MTV Public Affairs Intern

Unless you've been living in, I dunno Siberia, you've prolly heard about the documentary, "Bully." The film follows the story of five bullied students -- its blatant honesty and closeness really make it a compelling film. I'll admit it too: I cried more than Snooki at an international pickle festival. "Bully" exposes a lot of less discussed issues around bullying -- parents and teachers living in denial about their students being bullied, and that students are often afraid nothing will change even if they do speak up.

20 Mar 2012

One Direction Gives Back With TwitRelief

Posted 3/20/12 6:13 pm EST by MTV Act in Celebs, Music

Photo: (Getty Images)

By Danica Davidson

People dream about meeting their favorite celebrities or getting signed swag from them, but how about getting some celebrity-goodness at the same time as giving to charity? That’s what the UK-based charity Twitrelief is all about, and One Direction just tossed its name in the hat to be part of it!

16 Mar 2012

Celebrating The #WHchamps: Get To Know The Winners & How To Get Involved

Posted 3/16/12 2:19 pm EST by MTV Act in Contests, Events, Interview, School

Photo: Ryan Harb, Julia Lyon, Grace Philipps, Thach (Tak) Nguyen, and Ted Gonder.

Young people from all over the country gathered at the nation's capital on Thursday (March 15) for the Campus Champions of Change event at the White House. All 15 finalists were selected by a special White House committee AND invited by the President of the United States himself to well, come to his house! After a public vote, the top 5 vote-getters earned a seat alongside President Barack Obama during the event, in addition to an appearance on mtvU's The Dean List and this here feature on MTV Act!

20 Feb 2012

Why I Quit My Job at CBS To Stop Human Trafficking

Posted 2/20/12 10:00 am EST by MTV Act in Events

Photo: (Florence Luong)

By Courtney B. Wong

Since first seeing the images of child soldiers in Uganda, the widespread issue of human trafficking has been close to my heart. There are so many injustices in the world today, but the thought of men, women and children being enslaved is unbearable. I NEEDED to do something.

15 Feb 2012

Hey, I'm Trevor and I'm Running for Congress

Posted 2/15/12 1:58 pm EST by MTV Act in Election 2012, News, politics

Photo: (Trevor Thomas)

My name is Trevor Thomas, and like many of you, I am a member of Generation Y, or a Millennial, or whatever label people are putting on our generation these days.

I just filed paperwork to launch a bid for the United States Congress in Michigan’s 3rd District. It was a decision I made after months of talking with my friends, my family, and most importantly the people in my district.

14 Feb 2012

Love Is Louder Announces Video Festival Winners & Relaunches Campaign!

Posted 2/14/12 3:34 pm EST by MTV Act in Bullying Sucks, Events, Health, Resources

Photo: (YouTube.com/LoveIsLouderVideos)

To celebrate the relaunch of the Love is Louder website today, the org asked people to submit videos to Your Love is Louder Video Festival. Love is Louder is all about taking care of your emotional health, promoting acceptance and empowering others to support their peers. LIL wants people to spread the message that Love is Louder than say -- hate, ignorance or fear. We know it's Valentine's Day and we're not trying to get cheesy here but love should conquer all every day! Back to the festival: videos that were submitted ranged from music videos to montages of #loveislouder pictures to personal stories. Two awesome videos from the festival have been selected to be featured on the homepage of Love is Louder today.

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MTV Act

[VIDEO PREMIERE] Meet That Girl In Pink A.K.A. Internet Sensation, Activist & Singer Benni Cinkle

#WYNTKA: Obamacare

[PHOTOS] What Does Justin Bieber 'Believe' In?

Did You Watch 'True Life: I'm Addicted to Caffeine'?

'Bully' Gets a PG-13 Rating So We Highlight Young Action Takers

One Direction Gives Back With TwitRelief

Celebrating The #WHchamps: Get To Know The Winners & How To Get Involved

Why I Quit My Job at CBS To Stop Human Trafficking

Hey, I'm Trevor and I'm Running for Congress

Love Is Louder Announces Video Festival Winners & Relaunches Campaign!

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