TAKE ACTION LAB EXPERIENCE

REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE TO TACKLE REAL-WORLD ISSUES

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Foundations course to get ready

The Foundations course will prepare you to show up in South Africa with self-awareness, humility, and a learning mindset. During the 4 weeks before your departure, you’ll connect online to learn about personal development, community development, and the historical and social context in South Africa. Start bonding with your global cohort as the excitement builds for the adventure ahead!

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Living together with your cohort

Our team will meet you at the airport and welcome you to your new home. You’ll get to live in a house together with several students coming from countries all over the world. Each student has a private bedroom and there are plenty of communal spaces for hanging out together. Our team will help everyone settle in with a series of orientation sessions during your first week.

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Apprenticeships advancing human rights

You’ll be thoughtfully matched with a South African organization advancing a human rights issue, and will work with them 4 days a week. Get experience making an impact on a cause that’s important to you – from food security to girls’ empowerment. Contribute to the organization’s mission and deepen your awareness by working on the ground with experienced professionals and the communities they serve.

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Cultural immersion & curriculum

Daily life in Cape Town provides ample opportunities to immerse in the local community and culture. Plus, every week the Global Citizen Year team hosts cultural activities or excursions for your cohort. Whether exploring the local cuisine, natural environment, history, or cultural traditions, each session provides an experiential opportunity to deepen your understanding of South Africa and all its complexities.

Explore South Africa

Eligibility

Students worldwide post-high school, ages 17-21

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Upcoming Semesters

Spring 2024
Feb 5 – May 31, 2024

Fall 2024
Mid-August – Mid-December 2024

Tuition

$21,000 USD in Tuition

Scholarships Available

Next Application Deadline

Sept 6, 2023
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Because of Take Action Lab, I've got real-world experience working for social justice and human rights, while being guided by people who have already expertise in it.”

María Macarena G. | Mexico

TOP COLLEGES ARE PARTNERING WITH GLOBAL CITIZEN YEAR


Our college partners recognize the importance of developing a global perspective, self-awareness, and a defined sense of purpose -- life skills that are uniquely developed with a gap experience with Take Action Lab.

Each of these colleges actively encourages their accepted students to take a gap term, and to do it with Take Action Lab specifically.

If you're applying to these schools, be sure to highlight the skills you developed with Take Action Lab in your application. The Admissions departments look favorably upon Take Action Lab graduates, although admission is not a guarantee.