The MacArthur Research Network on Youth and Participatory Politics (YPP) formed out of recognition that youth are critical to the future of democracy and that the digital age is introducing technological changes that are impacting how youth develop into informed, engaged, and effective actors.
They may not have magic, but they're sure doing wonders. One group of Harry Potter fans has set out to harness the energy of the franchise's massive fan base for charitable and political causes.