One World Youth Project
One World Youth Project (OWYP) is a unique sister-school program for middle and high school students, linking schools and youth groups around the world together in learning partnerships for the purpose of cultural exchange and collaborative community service toward the achievement of the UN Millennium Development Goals. Unlike other cultural exchange programs, One World Youth Project is free of charge, does not require that students physically travel beyond their classroom, and provides consistent staff support to youth leaders and teachers. OWYP was founded by youth and remains entirely managed and operated by a volunteer staff, ages 16 to 26. Most importantly, OWYP offers youth the opportunity to not only learn about global challenges, but also take tangible action to help meet these challenges in collaboration with their sister-school. In order to provide useful and quality education, secondary schools worldwide must step up their efforts to prepare the next generation for an increasingly globalized society and economy. Easily incorporated into existing curriculum and state-requirements, One World Youth Project is a cost-free way to inspire global awareness, teach 21st century skills, and empower youth through positive agency.
