Global Citizen Year
Vitals
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GYA Accredited Since:
2017
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Enrolling:
Yes - Mission Statement:
Work with experienced human rights advocates addressing the global challenges that matter most to you during a gap semester in South Africa with Take Action Lab. Expand your global perspective and sense of purpose with our apprenticeships, cultural immersion experiences, and dynamic curriculum. Make friends and mentors for life and become part of a network of like-minded changemakers from across the world. Develop the skills, network, and insights to create a fulfilling and impactful future.
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Level of Independence/Supervision (mouse-over for definition):
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Program Locations
Typical Itinerary
Take Action Lab Spring Semester Dates: February 5 - May 31, 2024
February 5 - March 1: Foundations course (4 weeks)
March 2 - 8: Break for preparation & travel (1 week)
March 9 - May 31: Immersion in Cape Town (12 weeks)
March 9: Students arrive in Cape Town
March 10: Rest day
March 11 - 15: Orientation (~1 week)
March 18 - May 24: Apprenticeships etc (10 weeks)
May 27 - 30: Reflection (~1 week)
May 31: Students depart
Program Outcomes
- Self-Awareness
- Well-Being
- Sense of Purpose
- Interrelatedness
- Global Perspective Taking
- Empathy
Program Details
- Program Starts: Spring
- Program Duration: Semester
- Typical Program Cost: $21,000 USD in Tuition
- Program Financial Aid: Yes
- Other Financial Aid Details:
We are proud to offer need-based financial aid.
Staff Training and Certification
Fellowship Staff receive over 100 hours of extensive training in risk management, coaching and mentoring, teaching and learning, and local partner training and management.
Global Citizen Year received the Gap Year Association's Accessibility Award (2017)