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How the Pandemic Changed Volunteering: Seven New Trends
Like many other things, the pandemic altered how people gave back through service.
16 Movies Shot in Latin America and the Caribbean
Filmmakers feature stunning landscapes from the Dominican Republic to the Galapagos Islands.
The Three Best Programs for First-Time Travelers
Read details about three of the programs commonly picked by first-time travelers.
Preparing for College & Careers: How Rustic Programs Help Students After High School
It certainly can be challenging for teens to try to figure out what to do with their lives. Some students rely on their high school experiences to make that decision. But when they travel, things often change.
Best Solutions for Climate Change in Fiji from Global Youth Summit Students
Students from 21 countries participated in the Rustic Pathways and Stanford University Global Youth Climate Summit. Explore these novel solutions to environmental problems in Fiji.
Climate Leaders Fellowship: Teens Learning with Stanford University
Stanford University professors have found an extraordinarily effective way to help people understand different points of view. This groundbreaking process will be shared with Rustic Pathways students from 25 countries who'll be participating in the Global Youth Climate Summit.
Making an Impact: Rustic’s Summer Program on Climate Change Will Empower Teens
A special online program is being launched this July by the Stanford University Center for Deliberative Democracy and the Rustic Pathways Foundation. The Global Youth Climate Summit will challenge students in 7th-12th grade to design innovative solutions to environmental issues.
The Psychological Need For Connection: How Travel Helps Mental Health
Mental health statistics show that the well-being of many teens drastically declined during the pandemic. Parents can help teens find their way back through international programs that are designed to build connections.