The Importance of Human Dignity in Forming Leaders
The partnership between World Youth Alliance and Universitas Foundation Inc. began back in 2005 during the World Youth Day in Cologne where the Founder of Universitas, Atty. Oliver Tuazon first met the Asia-Pacific Regional Director of WYA who was setting up the office in the Philippines. In the meeting, their exchange about their respective organizations’ […]
Meet the Fall Interns of 2018
‘Tis the season for pumpkin spice lattes and cinnamon apple scented candles. As temperatures drop and the sun begins to hide, it’s time to bid summer one last goodbye. But for WYA’s Fall interns of 2018, it is the beginning of a new season full of vibrant opportunities and exciting new adventures. Hailing from Belgium, […]
Restless for Peace: Why I Joined WYA
Graduating from college was a struggle for me. Senior year is particularly a season where everyone is thrown around by strong and turbulent emotions. From meeting deadlines, to saying goodbyes, to figuring out what to do next with your life – you’re definitely up for a roller coaster ride. But if I were to sum […]
6 Reasons to Participate in the International Solidarity Forum (Part I)
The International Solidarity Forum (ISF) has officially launched applications for its 16th edition, where certified WYA members will examine the theme “Good Governance and Human Flourishing”. As an annual training hosted at the United Nations and the WYA headquarters in New York, this much awaited event brings together members from all over the world to […]
3 things I learned throughout my internship
Two months ago, my internship with World Youth Alliance Asia Pacific ended and I couldn’t help but feel sentimental. Applying for this opportunity had been one of the best decisions I made throughout my life. During the time I’ve spent with World Youth Alliance, I obtained a wider view of the world. I also realized […]
My #BestInternship So Far
You know the feeling you get too excited about everything in your life? The feeling that makes you blush a little? The feeling when you start to wonder about the beauty of life? Well, that’s exactly the feeling I get when I think about my internship experience with World Youth Alliance Asia Pacific. Prior the […]
Thoughts about camp: A summer to remember
In all the past World Youth Alliance (WYA) events I have attended, the number one reoccurring theme (almost like a rule) for me was to have fun. This, for me, was one of the factors that kept bringing me back. But as I joined more WYA events I began to realize that the fun in WYA […]
Blog Series: Thoughts about camp
Thoughts About Camp is a blog series written by WYA Certified Members and Summer Camp graduates from the Asia Pacific region. Each article contains a personal reflection from a WYAAP Summer Camp graduate about how their experiences from the camp helped shape their understanding of themselves and of the world around them. Click on the photos […]
Thoughts about camp: More than a plane ticket
The moment I sent my camp participation fee was the same time I decided to experience something that I knew would be etched in my heart for a very long time. I liked the idea of traveling alone to somewhere I have never been to; perhaps even live for a week with people whom I […]
Thoughts about camp: summer and leisure
Summer, on its own I think, is the greatest festival. Except this year I knew it was going to be different. I was selected for the World Youth Alliance Asia Pacific (WYAAP) summer camp. I was excited indeed because this camp was going to be an international visit for me, coming from Nepal. It was […]
