Global Citizenship Framework
Today’s young people are growing up in a world that is simultaneously more connected and more protected than any generation before them.
They have access to vast amounts of information, but often lack the real-world context needed to make sense of it.
To thrive and lead, teens need more than just academic knowledge.
They will need curiosity, empathy, and the confidence to engage constructively with a complex world—to communicate across cultures, thrive in unfamiliar situations, work well with others, and understand their influence in a global context.
Why this Framework matters
This belief sits at the heart of what we offer. Every experience, community, and connection has the power to shape how young people see themselves and their role in the world.
But meaningful growth doesn’t happen by accident; it requires structure, reflection, and intent.
Travel is already a powerful tool for learning. Our participants regularly tell us they return home more confident, more independent, and with a better understanding of global issues.
Read: The personal growth behind international volunteering.
By embedding the Global Citizenship Framework into our programmes, we’re providing the structure needed to make these outcomes consistent, transforming international travel into a deliberate learning experience.
UNESCO-aligned
Anchored in the UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization) Global Citizenship Education, our Framework is designed with one clear aim: “to help young people develop the core competencies which allow them to actively engage with the world.”
Read more: Bringing learning to life: how our Framework can transform your trip >
How structured learning boosts growth: results from our pilot
International experience is transformational—and structured learning makes it even more powerful.
We surveyed our participants to measure their global citizenship competencies, comparing those who followed our Global Citizenship Framework with those who didn’t.
- 93% of all participants reported an improvement in their global citizenship competencies after travelling with Projects Abroad.
- 23% greater growth in global citizenship competencies was reported by participants who followed the Global Citizenship Framework, compared to those who didn’t.
While travelling abroad naturally broadens your horizons, what this Framework demonstrates is that structured learning helps you get the most out of your journey.
Learn more: Results of our pilot: the evidence that sits behind it >
Ready to see the world and grow as a global citizen?
Our programmes are designed to help you do exactly that.
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