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Summer Program Closures

Below you will find a list of our summer programs that are closed, or
about to fill. All destination countries still have some available
sessions, but certain session dates are full and are now closed.

To reserve your spot, simply begin your application here:
www.experiencegla.com/apply

*Australia* travel through the Outback volunteering with aboriginal
communities and learning about their traditional culture.
– July 3: 5 spots left
– July 24: Closed

*China: experience the dichotomy between rural and urban China. A
rapidly growing country full of contrasts.
– June 27: Closed
– July 25: 1 spot left Closed

*Costa Rica: Tropical Ecology & Service in the Monteverde Cloud
Forest
– June 19: Closed
– July 3: Closed
– August 4: Open

*Galapagos Islands: Experience environmental conservation in this
pristine archipelago.
– July 10: Closed
– July 24: 4 spots left

*Ghana: Immerse yourself in the rich culture of West Africa and
volunteer at local schools and orphanages.
– July 10: (3-week program) 3 spots left

Any programs not listed here still have space. You can always check program availability here: www.experiencegla.com/apply

If you are seriously considering GLA this summer, we encourage you to hold your spot today. You may hold your spot by starting your application and paying the $395 deposit.

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Announcing Terra Intern Abroad!

by Jessica D.

Terra Intern Abroad is a new program from Terra Education (the parent organization of  Global Leadership Adventures) that many alumni have been waiting for!This is a program for college students and young professionals who want to intern with non-profits and sustainable businesses in these countries:

·Argentina

·China

·Costa Rica

·Ecuador

·Guatemala

·India

·Spain

·Tanzania

Opportunities vary greatly from alternative energy to poverty alleviation, to athletics.Students can also work with their current institutions to get academic credit for their internship abroad.

Terra Intern Abroad will give you hands on experience in your field of choice, cultural learning and adventure, and possibly most importantly, networking contacts in the country of your choice for future job endeavors!

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Are you a Stuff Junkie or Experience Junkie?

In spite of a tough economy, many of us value experiences over stuff.  Many well off Americans purposely drive a very modest economy car instead of luxury cars, live in a modest house versus an extravagant mansion — all with the thinking that we don’t want to be saddled down with stuff.

As parents, often we make it a priority to expose our children to the world.  International travel is not cheap, and taking a wife and kids makes it even more expensive.  But we believe it brings family so much value that the monetary expense is worthwhile.

Are you a stuff junkie or an experience junkie?

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MLK Day: Reflections on Community Service

“Make a career of humanity – and you will make a greater person of yourself, a greater nation of your country, and a finer world to live in.” – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

This quote by Dr. King sums up Global Leadership Adventures’ mission. Beyond taking high school students on community service programs around the world, we simply want all students around the world to consider their role in the world and their responsibility to fellow human beings, regardless of nationality or culture.

Although 2009 was a difficult year due to the economic crisis, the events in Haiti have caused many people to reflect on how fortunate and blessed they are regardless of the tough economic times. Haiti has caused people to rally around a cause and donate even during tough times.

This reminds me of another quote, by Anne Frank: “No one has ever become poor by giving.”

This Monday, on MLK Day of Service, we urge all students to consider their role in the world and their commitment to community service – not just on MLK Day – but throughout the year. Whether service is international or domestic or in your local neighborhood, there’s no better way to honor Dr. King’s legacy than joining hands in service to others.

Answer “life’s most persistent and urgent question,” as Dr. King called it, “What are you doing for others?” Make this Martin Luther King Day of Service a day on, not a day off.

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