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Global Leadership Adventures offers globally-minded high school students journeys that have often been called life-changing. Programs are offered in Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean that build awareness of other cultures & educate students on important issues. Find out more!..(more)
Experience one of the most pristine natural environments in the world, where conservationist are working to protect this unique ecosystem. Volunteer alongside them to help preserve this UNESCO-designated heritage site. Besides volunteering, you’ll have the opportunity to see lava fields, snorkel with sea lions and see the world-famous Galapagos tortoises. Find out more!..(more)
You may have heard of Global Leadership Adventures service-learning adventures...but how about our internships abroad? These short-term internships are designed for high school students ages 14-18 who want to take their learning experience to the next level. Work in partnership with GLA and a global nonprofit partner or social enterprise. Spend three weeks in one of seven countries, in the field learning about a subject area of interest--while earning college credit!..(more)
Reexamine your ideas about health and community care. Discover the distinctions between public health and medicine, explore the seven essential components of human security, and grasp how healthcare influences development and community well-being. You'll gain practical experience by shadowing medical professionals in mobile clinics and hospitals and working on crucial infrastructure projects. ..(more)
On this program you will promote animal rights and gain pre-veterinary experience working alongside certified veterinarians and animal rescue experts. Not only will you do compassionate, hands-on work with lovable, furry friends at a dog rescue center, you’ll also learn about exotic wildlife species in a country known for its dedication to conservation. In your time off service, experience all the outdoor adventure and natural beauty Costa Rica has to offer. Find out more!..(more)
Volunteer in Costa Rica on a project that is most needed at the time of your arrival. This could be beach cleanup, beautification projects, or other initiatives that improve the community. Relax after a hard day’s work at our beautiful Home Base. You’ll also have the chance to enjoy water sports, fun in the sun and other activities with your new friends from all over the world. Find out more!..(more)
Are you ready to make a meaningful change this summer? Volunteer in elementary schools to help local children enhance their English skills. Contribute to each school's needs by participating in facility improvements. You'll split your time between teaching and campus refurbishment projects, while gaining valuable insights into education in Ghana. Plus, keep up with the kids as they invite you to play soccer and join in on schoolyard games after class!..(more)
Global Leadership Adventures hosts a variety of programs in Greece. Situated at the southern tip of the Balkans along the Mediterranean coast, Greece is known for its majestic mountains and proximity to the sea. It is often celebrated as the cradle of Western Civilization and has produced some of the greatest minds in history. By joining a Global Leadership Adventures program in Greece, you'll immerse yourself in its landscapes, culture, people, and history. ..(more)
Live in Cartago, land of volcanoes, beautiful nature and friendly Costa Ricans, and learn to speak the language from locals. These experiences enhance your language immersion, making sure you get plenty of practice and return home a more confident Spanish speaker. Finally, if you opt to stay for our Homestay Extension, you will live with a local family in a Costa Rican community for an extra week of language skill building as well as cross-cultural immersion. Find out more!..(more)
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My GLA experience has changed everything for me. It is amazing how just three weeks can do that but it is because of those weeks that I am now more focused and ambitious in my normal life today. I originally decided to join GLA so I could learn leadership skills and I could not be more satisfied with the result. Everything they did was to help me come out of my shell. GLA allowed me to push my own limits by putting me in situations where I had the chance to completely embrace the culture surrounding me, which in the end helped me realize all that I can do. GLA also gave me the opportunity to meet the most amazing people. The friends that I met through GLA are some of the nicest and most outgoing people. It has already been a month since my amazing GLA experience and one of the things I am most grateful for overall are my new friends and the memories I got to share with them. The fact that I got to connect with my friends on an adventure as unique and memorable as this is more than I could ever ask for. One of the main priorities for GLA is community service. The community service in Peru was fantastic. It allowed us all to get to know the community and the land around it. Our program mainly worked in the fields and in a local doll making company. The places that we got to see and the things that we got to do were executed perfectly and I probably wouldn't have been able to experience as much as I did if I hadn't been with GLA. They had events planned from beginning to end and I can't think of a single day that was boring or ordinary. I owe my new love of traveling to GLA and I can't thank them enough for all the memories and life changing experiences.