Stories

September 27, 2019
My First Three Weeks in America

Elsie describes her first 3 weeks in America and the little things that have enhanced her experience.

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September 26, 2019
Connecting With People Through Community Service

Naïma from Cameroon encourages YES students to engage in community service.

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September 26, 2019
A New Family Oceans Away from Home

Nabiha from Pakistan shares how her host family is helping her adjust to life in the U.S.

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September 25, 2019
Alumna Speaks at ASEAN - US Workshop

Aniyyah from the Philippines speaks at the ASEAN-US workshop on countering violent extremism.

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September 24, 2019
Joining a Global Family

Lena from Libya reflects on why she applied to YES and why she encourages her younger peers to do the same.

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September 24, 2019
My First Month in South Dakota

Tala from West Bank talks about her first month in South Dakota.

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September 23, 2019
First Impressions and the Homecoming Crown

Igor reflects on his first weeks with his host family and at school.

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September 22, 2019
Everything is New

Dima from Gaza shares all the new experiences she is trying in Tacoma, Washington.

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September 21, 2019
Living My Dreams!

Farah from Bangladesh shares the process of growth through her exchange year so far.

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September 21, 2019
Inspired by YES

Ayu from Indonesia helped establish a youth environmental summit.

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