What have I signed up for? That’s what I have been asking myself since I found out that I was one of eight amazing AYLI delegates heading to the Annual Meetings of the World Bank & IMF in Washington D.C.!
Eseta Le'au: How to prepare for a life changing experience*
When mentally preparing for what I’ve been told is an experience that “will change my life forever” the internet just does not cut it.
Bhavya Dhar: A Whole New Woooorrllddd
"The improvement of understanding is for two ends: first, our own increase of knowledge; secondly, to enable us to deliver that knowledge to others" - John Locke. In 3 days I'll be heading to the World Bank/IMF Annual Meetings. I know the learning curve will be steep but that's what makes it so exciting!!
Janelle Danielson: Goal get it, girl
Don't just be a goal setter, be a goal getter.
I wanted to spend time outside of my comfort zone, and apparently The World Bank and IMF Annual Meetings is where I'll be doing just that. I don't quite know what I'm in for or how to best prepare myself. What I do know is that my values and opinions are going to be challenged, and that I have to be at the airport by 5pm.
Devin Newth: A good adrenaline rush
I’m excited to go to Outward Bound because it will give me the opportunity to explore the world out of Auckland and beyond school; I will be better equipped to influence positive social change when I get back because I will have the skills, experience and motivation to volunteer more to improve society’s obstacles to better living conditions for all.
Caitlin Meynell: Bring on the challenges!
I cannot wait to go to Outward Bound! I’m so excited to make new friends, really challenge myself and find a new mindset. I think this will be a great refresher to get me through my last year of high school and maybe even help me find something I want to do with my future.
Daniel Davis: Disenchantments and the flame of hope
"On one hand, a disappointment on the lack of interest, the lack of push, the lack of future from the diplomats and representatives. But on the other, rejuvenation through the depth of heart, the strength of fire, the power of purpose from the scientists and those personally attached to the ocean."
Anjori Mitra: The importance of visiting
Elie Wiesel famously said, "To forget a Holocaust is to kill twice". While a visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau is difficult and emotionally exhausting, its also a must-do, if only to confirm our commitment never to forget what happened there.