Youth Ambassadors

Summer - Study Abroad - 2 Weeks

• Experience international travel & culture

• Learn global perspectives & traditions

• Develop critical thinking & social impact skills

• Build compassion for people & the planet with the UN Sustainable Development Goals

Fall - Pitch Proposal - 4 Weeks

• Transfer global lessons to solve a local problem

• Create & test solutions for project goals

• Refine designs & re-test with real-world feedback

• Pitch Project Proposal at Demo Day

Spring - Build Project - Weeks vary

• Cohort works with partner organization to implement selected communtiy project aligned with SDGs

• Paid internship as design & development consultant during project implementation

We welcome youth organizations, schools, and universities that serve middle school, high school, and college students. Your team selects the participants and we handle all other trip logistics, programming, and support.

• Join a cohort of student changemakers to lead a visionary social impact project

• Boost your resume with hands-on creative, impact, & business skills

• Expand your worldview through international immersion, team collaboration, and internship experience

Social Innovation

Tackle real-world challenges with creative solutions aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Global Citizenship

Build cross-cultural skills and global awareness that prepare you to thrive in an interconnected world.

Leadership Skills

Level up your research, design, collaboration, and public speaking skills to lead with confidence & authority.

Creativity
Costa Rica’s lush landscapes, vibrant colors, and diverse ecosystems spark curiosity and imagination. Immersed in nature’s beauty, you’ll explore new ideas, reflect deeply, and discover how creativity can inspire real-world change.

Adventure
Home to 6% of the world’s biodiversity, Costa Rica’s jungles, waterfalls, and beaches invite you to explore one of the most ecologically diverse places on Earth. Each adventure builds courage, teamwork, and adaptability—fostering resilience, perspective, and the confidence to tackle challenges back home with creativity and purpose.

Culture
In the Afro-Caribbean province of Limón, you’ll experience a vibrant blend of Indigenous, African, and Spanish heritage through music, food, and art — expanding your worldview and deepening respect for cultural diversity.

Wellness
Surrounded by ocean waves, tropical forests, and Costa Rica’s “Pura Vida” spirit, you’ll experience balance, mindfulness, and connection to self and environment — essential for personal growth and community leadership.

Impact
Apply what you’ve learned abroad to create meaningful change at home. Through service learning and community projects, you’ll turn inspiration into action—addressing local challenges with global awareness, empathy, and purpose.

• Two complimentary chaperones from your org

• Round-trip international airfare

• Accommodations (15 days & 14 nights)

• Daily meals and snacks

• In-country transportation

• Student stipend/spending cash

• Excursions and cultural activities

• Professional tour guides and facilitators

• Certificate of skills and service hours

• Program gear, swag, and supplies

• Professional photography and video

• Program impact report and alumni network

• 24/7 on-site support staff

• *Personal travel insurance not included