
Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 4:16 PM
Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 4:16 PM
Deputy Chief of Staff Johanna Williams and Global Passport students learn about Panamanian cuisine.
As part of our community-led efforts, our older youth shared their desire to expand their horizons and experience more of the world. In response, we launched the Global Passport Program to empower them through travel and new experiences. This program taps into their curiosity and potential, offering opportunities to explore different cultures, build on their strengths, and return with a greater sense of connection. Global Passports is about helping our older youth discover more about the world and their unique role in it.
During every Global Passport orientation, we ask students, “Where to next?” Thanks to prior programming in which students learned about Panama, they were excited to gain firsthand experience and selected Panama as their first international destination. Panama is a truly remarkable country with so much to offer. From the incredible Panama Canal, a feat of engineering, to its stunning natural beauty that includes rainforests, beaches, and coral reefs, the country provides endless outdoor adventures, beautiful scenery, and a fascinating blend of history to discover.
Youth Development Coordinator Rachel Angle shared, “Watching our young travelers step into a world so different from their own was transformative. It was incredible to see them navigate a new language, culture, and environment with growing confidence.”
During their week of travel, students had the opportunity to explore Panama’s rainforests, experience South American cuisines, connect with the Indigenous Gamboa community, and more!
Here’s a glimpse into the students’ week of exploration and discovery in Panama:
CEO Tiffany Williams and Global Passport students volunteer at Chepo Elementary School.
Our trip wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible partnership with Yamilka Collado, a Panamanian native and social entrepreneur. Yamilka’s commitment to improving the lives of children in underserved communities was instrumental in ensuring a safe and enriching experience for our students. “It was a beautiful partnership,” Rachel noted, “everything went smoothly thanks to Yamilka and the connections she had on the ground.”
“Traveling with Global Passport helped me overcome my fear of going to different places” -Madison D. , Global Passport student
Panama marks the first international trip for our Global Passport students. We look forward to embarking on new adventures with the youth in our community. To learn more about how you can partner, participate, and or contribute to the program. Visit the links below.
Are you interested in partnering with the Global Passport program? Contact Youth Development Coordinator Rachel Angle rangle@marthastable.org
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