About World Challenge
World Challenge is all about education through exploration
World Challenge Expeditions (WCE) develops skills through service learning programs culminating in a team expedition overseas. WCE works with middle schools, high schools, colleges, individuals and groups, to ensure each participant benefits from a wide range of leadership and personal skills development, community service opportunities and off the beaten path exploration.WCE's programs promote self discovery and a better understanding of the world. Students participate actively at every stage of the program, from planning phases to the expedition itself.
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- Our people The World Challenge team
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World Challenge’s programs focus on service, cultural exchange and adventure travel.
ChallengeThroughout the program, students operate in new environments and become acquainted with local cultures. They develop skills by facing challenges ranging from:
- Orchestrating the community service project
- Trekking through mountain passes
- Managing the team budget
Working as a team, students have responsibility for their expedition, setting and meeting team objectives and learning to become confident decision makers.
Awareness
Students gain understanding through participating in other cultures while developing a broader global perspective and a sense of their relative good fortune. Students become environmentally aware by exploring diverse landscapes and traveling off the beaten path.
Life is an incredible journey...
Students who participate in a World Challenge expedition embark on an amazing journey of self-discovery. The life skills they learn not only aid personal growth, but help secure college placement and impress future employers. Partaking in such an adventure gives participants a unique opportunity to build strong friendships and gain confidence – all while having the time of their lives!
Educational value
- Leadership training and life skills development
- Cultural awareness through hands-on experience
- Financial responsibility through raising expedition funds and managing in-country budget
- A meaningful community service project in a remote village
- Dedicated team of experts to support each expedition team
- Complete handling of insurance, group equipment and expedition administration
- Extensive preparation assistance and round-the-clock support
- Unrivalled safety systems
Find out more
T: 877 – 333 – 1060
E: infoUSA@wcexpeditions.com
