Summer Leadership Institute: Mexico 2023

By Legacy | July 5, 2023

In June, six young leaders and one educator traveled from Mexico to Washington DC for one week to learn about US culture, history, leadership, community engagement, and more. They had a full week of activities, ranging from tours of the US Capitol and White House to volunteering with organizations such as Capital Area Food Bank…

Youth Empowerment

By Legacy | November 23, 2018

When you think about challenges facing the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Region, young people may not be at the top of your list.

Alumni Impact Award Winners

By Legacy | November 6, 2018

“My interaction with Zeinab was extraordinary. She became a full member of our team within one day of coming on board, and then went on to challenge and even lead us in a wide range of ways throughout her time with us.  There was a real spark of mutual inspiration and learning” 

Building Social Cohesion

By Legacy | September 14, 2018

For a second year, from July 29 – August 12, 2018, Legacy International welcomed 12 young people (ages 16-18) from the U.K. for a two-week cultural exchange program in the U.S. focused on combating divisiveness in communities and building social cohesion.

The Power of Youth

By Legacy | August 29, 2018

“The power of youth is the common wealth for the entire world. The faces of young people are the faces of our past, our present and our future. No segment in the society can match with the power, idealism, enthusiasm and courage of the young people.” – Kailash Satyarthi

Cultural Exchange Can Happen Anywhere

By Legacy | July 21, 2017

The spontaneity of youth is contagious. Each year Legacy staff are reminded as we work with our many youth and young adult programs what it is like to have youth on our side again for a few weeks.