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GYV wins Digital Storytelling contest!
October 22, 2009 · Leave a Comment
WOW! Global Youth Village won 4th place in the TechSoup Global Digital Story Telling Event for our video entry 30 Ways to Create Peace. Check it out! The video screened in SF last night and they announced winners. From 105+ entries. GYV was one of 5 winners. Watch it ….30 Ways to Create Peace Read More →
Workshops
Cross Cultural Immersion Music Workshop
July 27, 2009 · 1 Comment
It’s a catchy song – Nick We sing it all the time in the morning – Cali Yin is learning drum and singing. She played piano and clarinet when she was younger, but gave those up. Nick played the flute in 8th grade, Read More →
Cabin Life
The Mix is Diverse
October 7, 2009 · 1 Comment
Live in wood frame cabins with 8-10 other young people and 1-2 counselors. The mix is very diverse, encouraging you to branch out and experience new levels of respect and friendship. Hear the stories, challenges and hopes of new friends. Make memories! Form close bonds and have great conversations with your cabin mates. Work out issues in diplomatic ways, express your views, your cultural understandings and relax knowing you are bonding friendships that will last. Read More →
Summer Staff
Staff dress the part
October 15, 2008 · Leave a Comment
The summer staff at Global Youth Village is the foundation of the program. Each year, the GYV staff team includes a diverse group of qualified individuals representing a broad range of professions. Whether a recent graduate, professional youth trainer or university professor, all staff have extensive community involvement experience. Most are seasoned international travelers with multiple language skills. We hire professionals who demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, have worked with teenagers, have...
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International Cuisine
The Global Youth Village menu is predominately vegetarian with tasty international foods. Dishes are prepared with natural foods and whole grains. A poultry dish... [Read more]
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Community Service
Indonesians launch community projects
The 17 Indonesian students have returned home with plans to improve their communities. Learn more about their projects. [Read more] Read More →
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It Takes A Village
Recession and Camp?
If you are wondering whether you should allocate funds for a summer experience for your child, here are some things to think about. In a recent blog on parentdish.com ... [Read more]
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Leadership Action Teams
Action Team Creates A Message to World Leaders
In August, a small group of young people created an action team known as [Read more] Read More →
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