Amplifying the power of youth to make change louder.

 

Global Scholar Program

Join us to pursue, design, and demand our shared future:

  • by tuning in to youth-led conversations on global challenges

  • and stepping into your power to win real, lasting change on the issues you care about.

Here’s what we know:

We are all connected—locally and globally. The challenges facing our communities are deeply intertwined with those our generation experiences around the world.

Together, we can be architects of a new system. We bring bold energy, fresh ideas, and a unique vision to create real, lasting change.

There’s no time to waste. Let’s demand the world we know is possible.

Join us to get started. Founded by Yale students in the wake of 9/11, our movement has engaged more than 100,000 students in training, dialogue, and action. This semester, there’s a place for you in one of our virtual or in-person programs.

The Time is Now

There is no time to waste in tackling the greatest challenges facing us today, from intolerance to climate change.

Youth Have Power

Young people are the bold, visionary leaders our world needs. No other generation brings the same fresh perspective, creativity, and drive to imagine what’s possible and make it real.

We Must Act

Every moment is an opportunity to learn, collaborate, and build solutions together. Our actions—big and small—shape the world we share.

Summer 2026 Workshops

Global Scholar Session 1: Washington, DC

Sun June 28 – Fri July 3
American University, Washington, DC

Global Scholar Session 2: DC Summit

Sun July 5 – Wed July 8
American University, Washington DC

Global Scholar Session 3: Atlanta, GA

Sun July 12 – Sat July 18
Emory University, Atlanta GA

Global Scholar Session 4: Virtual

Sun July 5 – Fri July 10
Virtual

Global Scholar: DC Extension

Fri Juy 3 – Sun July 5
American University, Washington, DC

Power Up Conference!

Sat February 7
Virtual

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Why is GenZ Going Back to Conservatism?

Editorial from AMP Youth Leader Julia Isn’t Gen Z all for movement and change? That’s what I asked myself after realizing the considerable rise of young conservative people in my country. You see, I’m a Brazilian myself, and I thought maybe it was a regional thing – perhaps because of the political mess that has…

Announcing the State of Global Youth Report 2025: Trust: Fractures & Opportunities for Youth

In a world fractured by division, disinformation, and distrust, young people are asking a fundamental question: How do we rebuild what has been broken? At AMP Global Youth, we know that trust is not abstract—it is lived. It shapes whether a student believes their voice matters in a classroom, whether a young activist trusts institutions…

Join us for: Power Up 2026! Virtual Event Feb 7

Join us for this year’s Power Up Virtual Conference on February 7! We’re diving into real talk about the challenges and chances facing young people today. This event is all about understanding the cracks in trust and finding new ways to build stronger bonds for the future. Based on findings from the State of Global…

How to Balance School, Life, and Leadership Commitments

Managing multiple activities alongside school can feel like trying to juggle flaming torches while riding a bike—exciting, chaotic, and occasionally a little terrifying. Believe me, I was in those shoes in high school and I’m still wearing them in college. After failing, learning, adjusting and eventually figuring things out, I’ve found ways to make this…

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After attending Global Scholar, I now feel better prepared to make a positive impact on not only my community but the world. Global Scholar was a really wonderful program that opened my eyes to different ways to make change and think about the systems that make up our world.

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After attending Global Scholar, I now feel better prepared to make a positive impact on not only my community but the world.

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It’s such a great experience. If you are or are not into international affairs, you will go back home with such confidence, with all the knowledge you had acquired through this intense program. It will build your confidence in so many ways, such as public speaking, being inclusive, teamwork, support and so much!

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Global Scholar was a really wonderful program that opened my eyes to different ways to make change and think about the systems that make up our world.

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