On importance of leisure: Leisure is not mere idleness, it’s a gift
[tabs] [tab title=”English”] “We work so we can have leisure”, wrote Greek philosopher Aristotle, in one of his most important works “Nicomachean Ethics”. On the other hand, the prevailing philosophy of the modern world, in which actions which don’t give us immediate results are considered more or less meaningless, is “We have leisure so we […]
Dignity, Solidarity and Purpose: Reflections from my Summer Camp experience
Some people may think that WYA’s International Summer Camp program is a standard summer camp program where kids have fun, meet new friends and enjoy nature. Well, it is definitely so much more! I don’t think I will be able to sum it all up in just a few of words, but I’d like to share some of […]
“WYA gives me the courage to be the voice of the voiceless” – Lessons from our Summer Campers
“WYA gives young people to opportunity to speak up and voice their concerns, questions and thoughts; in this way, it is truly a voice for the voiceless – not everyone in this world is lucky enough to have their voice heard and World Youth Alliance acts on behalf of many of the powerless,” Anna, an […]
How WYA changed my perception of citizenship and leadership
The greatest change that happened in the modern history of Tunisia is certainly the Jasmine revolution. It was so fundamental that it changed, personally, my perception toward my citizenship. Words like freedom and dignity were barely highlighted in the past but now they are the core challenges that hold the structure of our society. […]
WE Have Worth
It is not uncommon for the average Filipino to see so many beggars on the street. We see them in our daily commute. We see them as we walk to school. We see them on our way to work. We see them, but that’s it. We, as people, don’t do anything. Little kids with […]
The Beauty of Solidarity
The question isn’t, “what can you do?” but rather, “what can we do?” One of the recurring statements we hear nowadays is the call to end climate change. We feel the effects of climate change every year when we feel an increase in temperature, register a higher heat index, witness the uncontrollable effects of pollution, […]
The Power of Belief
What happens when there are no wrong answers? In a nutshell, people recognize their potential. In all my experiences teaching kids, I have never seen a group that shines as brightly as the Silid Aralan learners do. In a typical school setting, students grow more comfortable to talk in front of their peers and teachers […]
How WYA Makes My Dream Come True
Since I was little, I knew I wanted to change the world. As a curious and savvy book reader, I enjoyed the classics that my dad read to me at bed time and devoured in the warm summer evenings, the adventure stories that I borrowed from my grandpa’s shelf. I found special inspiration in Frances […]
A Long Walk to the Philippines
Kamusta? A few months back I was looking for an “affordable” internship outside India, and this search led me to apply in various parts of the world, from China to America. Finally, I was accepted to one in the Philippines. This was internship that did not only provide me with free accommodation but, at the […]
Reflections of a Youth on the International Family Day
THEME: NURTURING AND STRENTHENING THE YOUTH AS CRUCIAL MEMBERS OF THE FAMILY International Family Day is a UN observation day celebrated every 15th May each year since 1994. This day celebrates the importance of families across the globe as well as promoting a well-balanced and healthy family life ergo this day celebrates the importance of […]
