Get+Started

=**How to get Started!**= //Follow the directions below to get yourself set up. And you know I'm going to be bragging on the great work you're doing, so be sure to make this some good stuff!//

2. **Pick a topic you care about.** On your page, tell:

 * WHY that topic is important to you.
 * Share some background research that tells us why this is an important topic to address.
 * Be sure to include facts, statistics, and links to more information!

3. **Brainstorm some ideas** about HOW this topic could be solved or at least addressed.
Since this is a brainstorm, you should have multiple ideas. It's ok to have ideas that you'll not be able to do, as long as it's realistic that SOMEONE could possibly try.

4. **Narrow the brainstorm list down to about 3-4 realistic possibilities**.
Remember that with the use of collaboration tools, you CAN have influence even across the globe! Don't let our location limit your ideas or passion areas.

5. **Figure out WHY you're interested in these 3-4 topics.**
What are the facts that surround this topic that really interests you and make you think that what is happening is wrong?

6. **Pick the topic you want to do something about. Answer the following questions:**

 * What is your topic:
 * __Why is this important to you:__
 * __What is the action you'd like to take:__
 * When are you going to implement this: _
 * __When should your work be completed:__
 * Who will be involved:_
 * Where will you be implementing your work/steps__:__ _
 * __HOW are you going to start?___
 * __HOW are you going to proceed?___
 * HOW is this going to end?_
 * **HOW will you know when you've been successful?_**