The document discusses the importance of study abroad programs for empowering underprivileged youth from low-income communities, addressing achievement gaps, and providing necessary skills for future success. It highlights the APSA organization's efforts to equip students with personal and professional development through diverse experiences abroad, thereby facilitating cross-cultural connections and mentoring opportunities. The document also calls for support to continue funding scholars with financial needs to pursue these transformative educational experiences.

1. www.apsaglobal.org
STUDY ABROAD FOR ALL

2. Giving diverse,
talented, and
ambitious youth
access to a
world of new
opportunities
is more critical
than ever.
2018 APSA Scholar with her family as she prepares to depart
on her first study abroad program.
Medgar Evers College Preparatory School, Brooklyn, New York

3. The Growing
Achievement
& Workforce Gaps
Youth are not being properly
prepared for the workplace
resulting in 30-40% youth
unemployment rates while
companies face talent shortages
and hiring challenges for entry-
level positions.
“Almost 40% of American employers
say they cannot find people with the
skills they need, even for entry-level
jobs.
Almost 60% complain of
lack of preparation, even for
entry-level jobs”
McKinsey Feb. 2017
Graph from: Money, Race and Success: How your School District Compares, New York Times, April 29 2016
Caucasian Students Hispanic Students African American Students
$ $$$
Educational attainment by school district.
Underprivileged youth from lower income communities
face tremendous pressure and difficulties in order to
achieve academic and career success. As the
achievement gap continues to increase,
we risk that more youth will be left behind.

4. We are changing lives through
empowering experiences abroad

5. We utilize studying abroad as
a tool for youth empowerment
and professional development
Committed to preparing youth with the skills,
experiences and connections to give them a
competitive edge, our intensive study abroad
programs integrate personal and professional
development, as well as academic and career
exposure. Our goal is to give underprivileged
high school students from low income
communities a foundation and supportive
network that inspires them to pursue their
future goals and passions. 2017 APSA Scholar
Age 15 from Medgar Evers
Preparatory College, Brooklyn, NY.

6. We challenge youth to face and overcome
adversities through real-life experiences
Jalen Gurrerro, 2017 APSA Scholar
Students used a new Chinese language learning APP
and then gave user feedback when they visited the
headquarters of the start-up company in Beijing.

7. We introduce Alumni, mentors and professionals
with broad global perspectives and expertise.
Yanni Turner, 2008 APSA Alumna
Presenting a LinkedIn workshop to fellow alumni
during APSA’s first Global Youth Forum at CUNY
School of Law in New York.

8. We help to increase
cross-cultural and global awareness
through collaborative projects while
building confidence, independence
and lifelong friendships.
2018 APSA Scholars connect with
Chinese high school students to learn about
design thinking from an architecture firm and
then collaborated to design their vision of a
school in the future.

9. The APSA Alumni Network continues to
connect, empower and build global leaders.

10. When properly supported
and prepared, our youth
can thrive globally.
In 2014, APSA alum Jeffrey Wood interviewed
Michelle Obama during her visit to China for a
Discovery Education webinar on the importance
of US-China relations and global education.
“Studying abroad
is quickly
becoming the
key to success
in our global
economy.”
Michelle Obama

11. Join our network of dedicated APSA advisors, mentors,
advocates and donors who are committed to transforming
young lives through studying abroad
Robert RocheJames Vena
AK IkwuakorMarco Reyes
Mike CottellSamiyah Mubarak Jennifer De Rose
Omega Tennant Miatta MomohCynthia Ning

12. Ken Jarrett
Bradley Fueling Liz Heanle Ted Dean
Mike Dardzinski
Jean Adilifu
Ben Hart
Rachel Levine-
Kornfeld
Langston Smith
Peter Mambwe
Join our network of dedicated APSA advisors, mentors,
advocates and donors who are committed to transforming
young lives through studying abroad

13. Donate to the APSA Scholarship Fund. All donations go
directly towards supporting youth with a demonstrated
financial need to study abroad.
Support our organization and Alumni leaders. In
choosing to support APSA you are continuing our mission
while building leadership roles for Alumni to lead the
organization.
More ways to give. Visit our website or email us for more
ways to support our cause and our global leaders.
Americans Promoting Study Abroad
104 West 40th St., New York, NY
501(c)3 EIN 27-0352649
www.apsaglobal.org
Thank
you
Make an impact that will
last a lifetime
Contact Information:
1 888 382 2855
donors@apsaglobal.org

14. APSA programs have been
generously supported by:
Our mission is made possible
with the help of our program partners: