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I AM GETTING READY FOR THE WORLD.

People to People Ambassador Programs provides fun ...

educational travel ...

that fosters friendships locally and globally …

and helps students grow as global citizens.

I AM OPENING

MY EYES

Gain exclusive access to people, places, and experiences available only with People to People.

Teach children English in China.

Go backstage at the Sydney Opera House in Australia.

Build confidence while rappelling down a castle wall in Italy.

Remember our fallen heroes at the beaches of Normandy in France.

“I was able to see and experience a million things that most people never do in their lifetimes. People to People gave me that.” - Brandi Miller Student Ambassador Colorado

97% FACT: 97% of parents say the Student Ambassador program met or exceeded their expectations for strengthening their child’s academic resume.

“I thought we would go places, see things, take some pictures and have some fun. It was so much more. I feel it changed me.” - Sarah Paparella Student Ambassador New York

“I love traveling, and I love meeting new people and making friends. P2P is the perfect opportunity to show students the similarities and differences between other countries.” - Marilyn McNeary Student Ambassador Missouri

“It was the most fun I’ve ever had in my life.” - Kaeley Miller Student Ambassador New York

“I expected so much, and I received so much more.” - Hari Koutham Manikandan Student Ambassador Illinois

FACT: President Dwight D. Eisenhower founded the People to People movement in 1956.

I AM BUILDING

MY FUTURE

Our community is a global one.

Your co-workers, neighbors, and friends are no longer right next door.

They span the globe.

More than 80% of People to People Ambassadors are accepted into their first-choice college.

75% FACT: 75% of Student Ambassadors graduate high school with honors.

“We believe that being an educational leader requires our students to experience other countries as well as study them.” - Richard C. Levin President Yale University

“P2P opened new boundaries and helped me to see the better places and people our world has to offer. I will never be able to forget or replace that feeling.” - Jonina Wren Student Ambassador North Carolina

FACT: Global businesses like Google and Coca-Cola are measuring cultural intelligence (or CQ) to identify top-level leaders.

For their student Ambassador travel, qualifying students can earn: • High school elective credit • Transferable university credit • 10-24 service-learning hours

92% FACT: 92% of Student Ambassador parents state that the People to People program was more valuable than other educational opportunities their child has experienced.

“I’ve been on two trips, and I will remember the people and activities for the rest of my life. And because of traveling with People to People, I want to have a career in creating peace between others. That is how big of an impact People to People has.” - Danielle Jarvis Student Ambassador Texas

“It was an experience of a lifetime. I know that I will never get another chance like this that is filled with so much culture, friendship, excitement, and positiveness. I know that I have changed for the better within the 19 days that I was gone.” - Jamie Del Rossi Student Ambassador New York

Delegation leaders are hand-selected and personally interviewed. For each leader, we require:

Delegation leaders are hand-selected and personally interviewed. For each leader, we require:

100% Score on People to People’s safety training modules

Delegation leaders are hand-selected and personally interviewed. For each leader, we require:

Several years’ experience working with students

Delegation leaders are hand-selected and personally interviewed. For each leader, we require:

Three professional references

Delegation leaders are hand-selected and personally interviewed. For each leader, we require:

Recurring background checks

Delegation leaders are hand-selected and personally interviewed. For each leader, we require:

Current CPR certification

Delegation leaders are hand-selected and personally interviewed. For each leader, we require:

A desire to show students the world

“Any program that helps improve student selfconfidence will help lead to success in all other areas of a student’s life.” - Jeff Charbonneau 2013 National Teacher of the Year

5 DECADES. 500,000 ALUMNI. COUNTLESS LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCES.

There is nothing like traveling on a strong educational program …

meeting foreign dignitaries, leaders, and families …

and engaging with other schools and students …

to gain a broader perspective of others and oneself. - Anne L. Bryant, Ed.D. Advisory board member, Executive Director, Emeritus National School Boards Association

People to People programs bring a world of opportunity and possibility to students.

“One of the greatest experiences of his life so far. It reinforced ideas he has about making his dreams reality. Michael has tried new things, overcome fears, expanded his world vision, and plans to experience more along these lines in the future.” - Michelle Holmes Parent Georgia

I AM PLANTING

SEEDS OF HOPE

FACT: Volunteering as a young person makes you three times more likely to volunteer as an adult.

International service projects have included ...

KEEPING THE ELDERLY WARM IN IRELAND

RIVERBANK RESTORATION IN GERMANY

BUILDING SCHOOLS FOR CHILDREN IN COSTA RICA

82% FACT: 82% of Student Ambassadors say they’re more likely to seek out volunteer opportunities as a result of their People to People experience.

“The students have been consistently educated on ways that they can help our environment and atmosphere.” - Laura Holmes Delegation Leader Tennessee

People to People programs bring a world of opportunity and possibility to students.

“When young people understand—and experience—life on the global stage, they gain a rich and rewarding set of new skills.” - Anne L. Bryant, Ed.D. Advisory board member, Executive Director, Emeritus National School Boards Association

“A grounded program that requires participant engagement, study, and interaction. It’s not just a “tour,” but an immersion in the destination, culture, and people.” - Stacy Stanton Parent Arizona

“Not only was the trip a great learning experience, it helped put me outside my comfort zone and really grow as a person. The people I met and places I saw are unforgettable.” - Inger Pippin Student Ambassador Colorado