GLA Bali Programs for Teens

I arrived curious. I left clearer, more grounded, and deeply connected to something bigger than myself. From the community projects to the cultural immersion, every day challenged me to lead with more empathy, more humility, and more presence. I learned that leadership isn’t about being loud it’s about listening. Showing up. Staying open. Bali gave me beauty, yes but it also gave me perspective. And I’ll carry that with me long after the flight home.

One of the biggest benefits of going on the Bali Experience 3 week immersion is how many experiences I got to learn and grow from. There is so much different things on offer that I would never get exposed to back home. I found my heart and mind stretched in ways that could not happen any other way. I also had a chance to really bond with people in my group. A few of those special people I'm still in touch with and 2 of them have come to visit me at my home. I loved the people, I loved the country and I loved contributing in whatever small way to some of the environmental issues they face.

I grew because I was able to put myself in uncomfortable situations and embrace them. I was also able to learn so much more about the environment. The surfing was so fun, I wish we could add more of that. Mentors were all so great and made us feel comfortable and were kind.