GLOBAL YOU CHANGEMAKER PROGRAM

A 12-week interactive virtual exchange program for teenagers (age 15-17) anywhere in the world, to develop global competence skills, create innovative social impact projects, with certification from the University of Pennsylvania and AFS.

This unique program is provided by AFS, who has been developing active global citizens through intercultural programs for over 75 years, and it combined with the Center for Social Impact Strategy at the University of Pennsylvania, which is an Ivy League University and one of the most prestigious educational institutions in the world.

WHY LEARN IT?

If you are curious about global issues; want to create positive social change in your community; interested in entrepreneurship, innovation, design, sustainable development, or social justice—Global You Changemaker is for you!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

  • 1Explore global citizenship, social impact, design thinking, and creative tools for social innovation.
  • 2Examine intercultural issues and the fundamental values of Changemaking.
  • 3Research local communities and develop new ideas for meaningful social impact.
  • 4Boost self-awareness and empathy for diverse cultural backgrounds, perceptions, and behaviors.

WHAT YOU’LL GET

  • 1Transform your idea into a usable prototype and test it in the real world.
  • 2Get feedback by an official committee of validators from AFS and the Center for Social Impact Strategy at the University of Pennsylvania.
  • 3Enhance your resume with new intercultural and digital communication skills.
  • 4Interact in live open dialogue sessions with peers from around the world.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The program lasts 12 weeks total. There are 18 go-at-your-own-speed online modules with videos, activities, quizzes, and discussion forums as well as six live sessions where you can meet, connect, and collaborate with peers from around the world. You’ll spend about 2-3 hrs/week.

12

Weeks

18

Modules

6+

Live sessions

DATE

July 27, 2021 – October 19, 2021
September 7, 2021 – November 30, 2021
November 2, 2021 – January 25, 2022

PRICE

The program tuition is USD$490 and it covers:
• The 100% online program that you can do at your own pace.
• Attend all 6 live sessions on Zoom with more peers from around the world.
• Online conversation forum to exchange ideas with your peers worldwide.
• Successfully complete a social innovation prototype project.
• AFS Qualified Facilitator guiding your learning.
• Earn the Advanced Certificate on Global Citizenship for Social Impact issued by AFS and the School of Social Policy & Practice at the University of Pennsylvania (upon successful completion of the program).