Stories

June 05, 2019
My Time as a Youth Ambassador

Jonathan from Malaysia reflects on his host family, school, and even ice fishing.

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June 04, 2019
Sharing Her Voice

Host mother Chelsea Kidd shares her experience hosting Joumana from Tunisia

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June 04, 2019
Orphan Iftar

The YES alumni in Jordan hosted an Iftar meal for underprivileged children

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June 03, 2019
Did You Get the Job?

Asja from Bosnia and Herzegovina shows high schoolers how to interview.

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June 01, 2019
She's Got Chemistry

Amna from Gaza shares how she succeeded in her AP Chemistry class

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May 31, 2019
June Alumni Spotlight: Semra Amet

Semra learned about community organizing in the U.S. Now her job is helping cities become resilient, stable, and inclusive.

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May 31, 2019
Her Health, Breaking the Deafening Silence

Esther from Nigeria shares about a program she conducted to teach young girls about diseases and menstrual hygiene.

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May 30, 2019
Giving Back to My Community

180 hours of community service in the books, and Rijja isn't slowing down.

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May 29, 2019
Unforgettable Memories

Habiba from Egypt has a message for future host families.

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May 29, 2019
Alumni Collaboration Brings Smiles

Alumni in Mozambique and South Africa provide school uniforms and supplies to children in Mozambique

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