Global Challenge Programmes

Our global challenge programmes are centred around matching the interests and skills of students, with local communities overseas.

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All Global Challenge Programmes

Peru Machu Picchu Challenge

Experience an unforgettable adventure in Peru, where you’ll facilitate learning in a local school, teaching workshops to help to improve education quality in the Sacred Valley, then end your journey with the amazing 5-day Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu!

Cambodia Health Promotion Challenge

The Battambang communities we work with face many health challenges because of a lack of knowledge. You’ll be running fun workshops that improve awareness of hygiene, sexual and health, and first aid. But it’s not all work and no play! You’ll have plenty of free time to explore Battambang and beyond.

Tanzania Sports Leadership Challenge

Bring your energy and creativity to Tanzania, teaching children about teamwork and communication through sports. You’ll deliver a range of hands-on workshops that inspire children to enjoy going to school, and explore bustling Arusha in your free time.

Nepal Sustainability & Conservation Challenge

On this 4-week programme you’ll be challenged to step out of your comfort zone and think creatively. You’ll work on climate action projects in Kathmandu. Then, how about a tour of the best sights Nepal has to offer?

Panama Social Impact Challenge

Become a Global Citizen in Panama as you immerse yourself in the local culture, inspiring children to love learning and creativity, and to speak English so they can access better jobs and prosperity. Then, how about a tour of the best sights Panama has to offer.

South Korea Introducing K-Design

On this program you will explore the dazzling city of Seoul as you experience the lifestyle and culture of a Korean student. You will visit various attractions and cultural sites, whilst immersing yourself in the growing K-Pop scene, and eat as much Kimchi as your heart desires!

Panama Environmental Challenge

On this 2-to-4-week programme you’ll be challenged to step out of your comfort zone and think creatively. You’ll work on climate action projects in the Azuero Peninsula and spread climate awareness in El Valle de Antón. Then, how about a tour of the best sights Thailand has to offer?

Thailand Social Impact Challenge

Become a true Global Citizen in Thailand as you inspire local kids to learn English and life skills with your enthusiasm and creativity. On weekends you’ll explore, experiencing Northern Thailand’s eclectic culture, incredible scenery and amazing food!

Peru Machu Picchu Fundraising Challenge

Thailand Elephants & Hill Tribes Fundraising Challenge

Travel off the beaten track to rural northern Thailand where you’ll facilitate workshops in a beautiful hill tribe village school, support rescued elephants and explore the land of smiles… and perhaps even extend your trip with a week of island hopping around Koh Samui.

Cambodia Social Impact Challenge

Immerse yourself in the local culture of Battambang, inspiring children to love learning and creativity, and to speak English so they can access better jobs and prosperity. Then, how about a tour of the best sights Cambodia has to offer?

Laos Social Impact Challenge

There’s a moment just after sunrise in Luang Prabang when the mist still clings to the Mekong and the town’s golden temple spires catch the first light, a quiet reminder that some places really do live up to the postcard.

Himalaya Social Impact Challenge

Become a Global Citizen in India as you immerse yourself in the local culture of Dharamshala, inspiring children to love learning and creativity, and to speak English so they can get better jobs and prosper. Then, how about a tour of the best sights India has to offer!

Nepal Sports Leadership Challenge

Working closely with local schools and educators, you’ll design and deliver hands-on sports workshops covering sports education, health promotion, and teamwork, helping tackle gaps in resources and training that hold local communities back.

Nepal Social Impact Challenge

Immerse yourself in the local culture of Kathmandu, inspiring children to love learning and creativity, and to speak English so they can access better jobs and prosperity. Then, how about a tour of the best sights Nepal has to offer?

Peru Sports Leadership Challenge

In the breathtaking Sacred Valley, surrounded by towering mountains and terraced fields, the Peru Sports Leadership Challenge begins. Working closely with local schools and educators, you’ll design and deliver hands-on sports workshops covering sports education, health promotion, and teamwork, helping address the barriers that geographic isolation and limited resources place on rural communities.

Peru Social Impact Challenge

You’ll help children in Urubamba develop English, STEAM and life skills. Your contribution will last far beyond those two weeks, because being able to speak English is a game-changer for children here – it means unlike many of the country’s poor and illiterate, they can access good jobs and a bright future.

Uganda Social Impact Challenge

Uganda is known for its incredible wildlife, lush landscapes, and warm hospitality, but beyond the famous mountain gorillas and sweeping savannahs lies a country rich in culture and tradition. In the bustling city of Jinja, surrounded by the flowing waters of the Nile, the Uganda Social Impact Challenge begins.

Thailand Health Promotion Challenge

See a more authentic side to Thailand in stunning Mae Sariang and its surrounding temples, rice paddies and incredible mountain views. You’ll be delivering much-needed health and wellbeing awareness workshops to the locals and enjoying plenty of time to explore.

Tanzania Social Impact Challenge

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FutureSense Foundation

Every Challenges Abroad programme supports the goals and objectives of our international development charity, the FutureSense Foundation. The FutureSense Foundation is a registered charity (UK no. 1132101) that supports community development in some of the poorest regions of the world.

Through their programmes and initiatives, FutureSense Foundation work towards achieving a ‘Fairer World’, a world in which each person.

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Global Challenges

Our global challenge programmes aim to match the interests and skills of university students with the needs in the communities where we work. Programmes range from climate to education.

Perfect for

University Students

Duration

1-4 weeks

The Global Citizenship Programme

We aim to prepare learners in years 12 and 13 for the world of work and have a global outlook, whilst at the same time create opportunities for them to develop new skills through an international experience.

Perfect for

College and Sixth Form

Duration

2 weeks

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Global Challenge Programmes

Find trips at your school or university

All Global Challenge Programmes

Peru Machu Picchu Challenge

Cambodia Health Promotion Challenge

Tanzania Sports Leadership Challenge

Nepal Sustainability & Conservation Challenge

Panama Social Impact Challenge

South Korea Introducing K-Design

Panama Environmental Challenge

Thailand Social Impact Challenge

Peru Machu Picchu Fundraising Challenge

Thailand Elephants & Hill Tribes Fundraising Challenge

Cambodia Social Impact Challenge

Laos Social Impact Challenge

Himalaya Social Impact Challenge

Nepal Sports Leadership Challenge

Nepal Social Impact Challenge

Peru Sports Leadership Challenge

Peru Social Impact Challenge

Uganda Social Impact Challenge

Thailand Health Promotion Challenge

Tanzania Social Impact Challenge

Supporting the FutureSense Foundation

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