A project of Maiden Voyage Productions JUST LIKE ME, BUT DIFFERENT MISSION AND GOALS The mission of Just Like Me, But Different is to expose children to the concepts of global commonality and environmental responsibility and inspire them to become compassionate, informed and engaged citizens of the world. With that in mind, the project’s goals are to leave children with the following understandings: Awareness of similarities and differences between their own lives and the surroundings, beliefs and customs of children in other countries and from diverse cultural backgrounds. Appreciation for the interdependent, parallel existence of the non-human world. By introducing children to animals in their habitats around the world, Just Like Me, But Different teaches empathy for wildlife and reinforces the overall notion of commonality. Recognition of each individual's relationship to the well being of our world. As children develop cultural awareness and a sense of place through exploration of foreign and familiar places, they will become more involved and accountable as global ambassadors and environmental stewards.