In the beginning of the program I was scared because I have social anxiety and I don't like public speaking. After the program, I still have anxiety, but I can speak clearly and I am more comfortable than before. I also have more knowledge of [public health issues] in different countries.

My son loved your program because he discovered a community of kids that are like him in that they have interest in politics, geography, and theory. He has felt very alone at times in school because most of his classmates have other interests. He really liked this camp because he met other kids out there like him, but from a wide range of life experiences. Through your program, he discovered that it can be wonderful to learn together and share ideas.

The Global Smarts Mentoring Program provides a way to bridge the gap between under-resourced students and their own potential. Throughout the program, I witnessed my mentees develop diplomatic problem-solving skills, the ability to advocate for themselves and their assigned countries, and their own capacities as agents of change.