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Global Glimpse

We provide powerful international travel and leadership opportunities to high school students from diverse backgrounds.

Global Glimpse is a non-profit organization that partners with high-performing high schools to provide a two-year leadership, civic engagement, and college preparatory program centered on an inspiring summer travel experience in the developing world.

10/12/2026

Nomination season is officially here for Summer 2027! 🌎

If you know a curious, courageous high school junior who is ready to step outside their comfort zone, experience a new culture, and discover what they’re capable of, this is their moment.

Head to globalglimpse.org/get-involved/nominate-a-student or scan the QR code to submit a nomination and help us build the next generation of globally minded leaders.

Don't have a student in mind? Share this post and help us reach more young people ready to create change and see the world.

08/25/2026

Our Board of Champions brings together leaders who believe in the power of immersive travel to expand perspectives, unlock potential, and develop globally minded leaders.

Today, we’re excited to welcome six new members to this incredible community of advocates:

• Hickson, Vice President, Corporate Business Development at Booking Holdings
• Gonzalez, CEO & Co-Founder at First in Service Travel
• Bava, Chief Commercial Officer at Windstar Cruises
• Pavelko, Global Travel and Local Partnerships Director at Google
• Hawthorne, Global Head of Travel and Hospitality at Snowflake
• Harrington-Caravello, Senior Vice President, Global Sales and Commercial Services at Hyatt

We’re thrilled to have their leadership, expertise, and advocacy behind our mission as we work to reach the next 10,000 Global Glimpse students. ✨

Learn more about these leaders and the experience and expertise they’re bringing to Global Glimpse on our website here: https://loom.ly/KN448CA

08/20/2026

Meet Western Massachusetts Glimpser Giana! ✨

During her Global Glimpse experience in Panama, Giana had the opportunity to reflect on the kind of leader (and person!) she wants to be, returning home with greater confidence in both.

That’s what leadership development can look like: creating the space for young people to better understand themselves, recognize their strengths, and imagine who they want to become.

Want to give a young person in your life the opportunity to expand their world, build confidence, and grow as a leader? Nominate them for our 2027 immersive travel and leadership development programs here: https://loom.ly/jGs_TKc

We're looking for high school students across the United States that leads with curiosity, courage, and purpose.

08/18/2026

Meet LA Glimpser Anthony! 🇩🇴

As a Spanish speaker, Anthony put his language skills into action in the Dominican Republic, connecting directly with community members and stepping into leadership along the way.

Hear him reflect in Spanish on working alongside the community of Constanza to help rebuild Ms. Maria’s home after it was lost in a fire.

Know a high school student ready to put their skills into action, expand their perspective, and grow as a leader? Nominate them for Global Glimpse 2027 here: https://loom.ly/gc168ow

08/17/2026

We’re honored to see our 10,000-student milestone featured in TravelDailyNews. 🎉

For nearly two decades, Global Glimpse has used immersive travel as a vehicle for leadership development—helping young people expand their perspectives, build confidence, connect across differences, and discover what they’re capable of.

Reaching 10,000 students is an incredible milestone, and we’re grateful to see this work and the people behind it recognized within the broader travel industry.

And we’re already looking ahead to the next 10,000 young leaders!

Know a high school student who leads with curiosity, courage, and purpose?

🔗 Recognize their potential and nominate them for a future Global Glimpse experience here: https://loom.ly/jGs_TKc

You can also read the full TravelDailyNews feature here: https://loom.ly/A1n82TE

08/14/2026

After 11 days in the Dominican Republic, these Bay Area Glimpsers headed home with expanded perspectives, open hearts, and a deeper understanding of what it means to lead. 💙

Their journey continues throughout their senior year with career-building workshops, leadership opportunities, and the chance to help us find next year’s Glimpsers.

Know a high school student ready to expand their world and grow as a leader? Nominate them here for our 2027 immersive travel & leadership development programs! https://loom.ly/gc168ow

08/13/2026

POR AÑOS VIVIÓ EN LO INHUMANO. HOY LE ENTREGAN LAS LLAVES DE SU SUEÑO 😭🏠

Dale play y conoce la historia de Doña Nena 👇

08/12/2026

How would you describe Panama in one word? 🇵🇦✨

We asked these Glimpsers from Western Massachusetts, and their answers say it all.

Immersive travel expands perspectives, builds cross-cultural connection, and helps young people grow as leaders.

Who in your life deserves that opportunity? Nominate them for a 2027 Global Glimpse journey here: https://loom.ly/gc168ow

08/07/2026

Meet the Leaders of the Day, Mia, Autumn, and Meda and listen in as these Bay Area Glimpseers share more about partnering with the community of Hatillo on a School Beautification & Environmental Awareness Project in the Dominican Republic.

P.S. Know a high school student who wants to learn from new communities and discover what kind of leader they can become?

Use the link below to nominate a young leader for our 2027 immersive travel and leadership development programs:
https://loom.ly/hETz9UM

08/05/2026

🎉 10,000 Students Served!

In July, Global Glimpse welcomed its 10,000th student, a milestone made possible by thousands of students, families, educators, donors, and partners who believe every young person deserves the opportunity to grow through immersive travel and leadership opportunities.

10,000 students isn't just a number. It's a new generation of young leaders who are prepared to think critically, lead with purpose, and collaborate across differences to drive positive change in their communities and around the world.

Imagine what’s possible with the next 10,000. Join us to create the future of leadership! We need your help to identify the next 10,000 young leaders!

If you know a high school student who leads with curiosity, courage, and purpose, our 2027 Student Nomination are now open!

Nominate a young leader today! https://loom.ly/hETz9UM

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Tuesday	9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 5:30pm
Thursday	9am - 5:30pm
Friday	9am - 5:30pm

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