Global Citizen Adventure Corps
Why choose Global Citizen Adventure Corps?
The Global Citizen Adventure Corps (GCAC) is a non-profit organization with a mission to cultivate future leaders through travel service learning. We design 1-2 week immersive programs for high school, university students, and even community members, all led by experienced educators who value cultural exchange. Our programs directly support the UN Sustainable Development Goals, allowing participa...
The Global Citizen Adventure Corps (GCAC) is a non-profit organization with a mission to cultivate future leaders through travel service learning. We design 1-2 week immersive programs for high school, university students, and even community members, all led by experienced educators who value cultural exchange. Our programs directly support the UN Sustainable Development Goals, allowing participants to volunteer alongside locals and make a positive impact. GCAC prioritizes creating opportunities for first-time travelers, particularly those from rural or economically disadvantaged backgrounds. We differentiate ourselves by incorporating coursework that awards transferable college credit, making the experience even more valuable. If you aim to broaden your impact, GCAC can customize pro...
Global Citizen Adventure Corps Reviews
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Will remember for the rest of my life.
July 12, 2025by: Areli Alonso - United StatesProgram: Global Citizen-Focused Learning in EuropeWhen we walked up to the top of Mt. Pilatus, I got to look down and see the landscape; it all looked so small and all of a sudden I felt so small and, in a way, unimportant. But the more I sat and looked around, the more I realized that I’m not unimportant because I am the most important person to myself. I think that other people should realize what an investment the GCAC program is, it’s an experience that will not soon be forgotten. I will use the things i’ve learned on this trip for the rest of my life and i’m so grateful for that. I think that global citizenship is an investment because not only is it an amazing opportunity but it can open so many new doors that we’re not even visible before. I think people should give trips by GCAC a try even if traveling is a big fear or if it does not seem feasible. If they cannot be a part of the trips they should try to learn about how helpful the idea of global citizenship is.
Once in a lifetime
July 08, 2025by: Marisela Sanchez - United StatesProgram: Global Citizen-Focused Learning in EuropeOne amazing memory I’ve experienced was the boat ride in Paris. I got to see the Eiffel Tower and other amazing things. This is just one experience I’ll never forget. This whole trip has helped me to grow and connect.
Breathtaking Views
July 08, 2025by: Isabella Stephens - United StatesProgram: Global Citizen-Focused Learning in EuropeOne of the most unforgettable highlights of my trip to Europe was soaking in the breathtaking views from the Swiss Alps. Experiencing glaciers and snow in July was nothing short of mesmerizing, and it's a moment I'll always cherish.
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Julie Hill
Interviewed in 2024
Dr. Julie Hill, the Co-President, CEO, and Founder of Global Citizen Adventure Corps, a non-profit whose mission is to facilitate global service-learn...
Julie Hill
Interviewed in 2024
What inspired you to travel abroad?
Rural youth collectively comprise twenty percent of public school students in the United States. Many are enrolled in Title I high schools, and if they attend college, are often the first generation to do so. Rural school districts are small with constrained resources often based on population, and, therefore, underserved as compared to their urban counterparts.
Karen Campbell
Interviewed in 2024
A lifelong teller of stories, Karen has moved from a traditional career into the nonprofit world, to part-time comms work for a fledgling travel servi...
Karen Campbell
Interviewed in 2024
What inspired you to travel abroad?
After a later-in-life commitment to the Peace Corps, I returned to my rural home in West TN to help out my family for what I thought would be a short few months. Their health issues translated into a five-year stay and discovering much of the beauty and the need in a rural poverty-stricken area.
Stacie Freeman
Interviewed in 2024
Stacie, a Professor of Sociology and Director of Global Studies at Bethel University in TN is passionate about community-based education and travel. S...
Stacie Freeman
Interviewed in 2024
What inspired you to travel abroad?
Global Citizen Adventure Corps (GCAC) offers students a unique opportunity to step outside their home zip codes, immerse themselves in new cultures, and gain valuable life experiences that go beyond the confines of the classroom.
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