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Meet Amy
Using the Internet, Amy Stokes' nonprofit connects hundreds of South African kids with mentors from all over the world. Video Video | Update | Backstage Video | Tribute Video
The story behind the Hero
When he lost his second parent to HIV/AIDS seven years ago, Ayanda Buthelezi's future seemed bleak. Full story | Q&A
Get involved
Want to get involved? Check out the Infinite Family website and see how to help. Get involved | Support the cause
Exploring the issue
Online mentoring is starting to grow as an "effective and viable" alternative for young people. Full story | Edward Norton: Web the new frontier for activism