INDIA GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP PROGRAM
About Us
Greater Social Equality. A More Sustainable Environment. A More Secure World for Everyone.
Challenges Abroad is a social enterprise that provides impactful, customised overseas learning program for students. Our mission is to develop the next generation of Global Citizens, who as future leaders will help shape a better future for everyone.
Through our programs, we ensure that students not only develop a global mindset but gain vital life and employability skills, enabling them to have a positive impact on the world through their future endeavours
We are proud to be a Certified B Corporation!
It reinforces that together, we’re delivering programs that are not only transformative for students, but also beneficial for communities and respectful of the planet
The Challenges Abroad Difference
Student Impact
Developing the next generation of Global Citizens.
Community Impact
Delivering long-term development projects that support local communities.
Enviornmental Impact
We are working on becoming a carbon neutral organisation.
Short-Term Programs, Long-Term Impact.
Our Global Citizenship Program enables students to step out of their comfort zone whilst building their understanding of the wider world, learning about new cultures and fostering meaningful connections with the local community.
Global Citizenship:
Students broaden their perspectives, embrace cultural diversity, and ignite a lifelong drive to make a difference in the world
Cultural Immersion:
Discover, connect & experiencestudents dive into vibrant local cultures, learning through meaningful cross-cultural exchange
Community Engagement:
Lead, inspire & create changestudents deliver hands-on workshops, building skills and leaving a lasting impact on local schools.
Every Challenges Abroad program supports the goals and objectives of our international development charity, theFutureSenseFoundation
Participants on a Challenges Abroad programaretherefore, not only directly impacting the community through their project, but are part of a sustainable community development initiative that will have a long lasting, positive impact.
India: Land of a Thousand Cultures
Our Hub is in Palampur - a rural hill station that is famous for its aromatic tea gardens, impeccable paddy fields and colonial-era architecture.
Located just 1 hour from Palampur is Dharamshala, a city surrounded by cedar forests at the foothills of the Himalayas, is also home to the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan government-in-exile
Days 1-3
Arrival & Orientation
Arrival airport: Kangra Airport
Transfer: 30 minutes
Health & Safety
Briefing
Language Lesson
Cultural Orientation
Workshop
Planning
Days
13-15
Dharamshala & Departure
The final few days in India will be spent in Dharamshala, offering a vibrant mix of cultural immersion, exploration and wellearned downtime Students will spend time in McLeod Ganj, the heart of the Tibetan community in exile, visiting iconic landmarks, engaging with rich Tibetan and local culture, and soaking up the unique atmosphere of this Himalayan town with space to relax and recharge before returning home
New Delhi
Palampur
Days 4-7 Community Engagement Days
A typical project day:
8am - Breakfast
9am - Workshop Delivery
12pm - Lunch
1pm - Workshop Planning
3pm - Cultural Activity
6pm - Dinner
7pm - Evening Activity
9pm - Lights Out!
Students will also contribute to Climate Action initiatives by leading community clean-ups and tree-planting!
Our programs are Carbon Neutral, as we work with a certified off-set provider to calculate and neutralise the emissions generated for each student travelling.
Days 8-12
Dalai Llama Trek
Students will take on an inspiring Himalayan journey along the Dalai Lama Trek, a scenic multi-day route winding through the foothills above Dharamshala Following forested trails and mountain ridgelines, they’ll pass through remote villages, prayer-flag-lined paths and peaceful monasteries, gaining a deeper understanding of the region’s Tibetan heritage
Each day offers sweeping views of the Dhauladhar range and the Kangra Valley below, with time to connect as a team and reflect in the calm of the mountains Evenings will be spent in traditional tea houses, experiencing warm local hospitality and the simple rhythms of life in the Himalayas This journey builds resilience, independence and cultural awareness- leaving students with lasting confidence and a powerful sense of achievement.
Global Citizenship Programs
Key Objectives:
Developing the Next Generation of Global Citizens
Providing a structured & reflective experience for students, as they apply their knowledge and skills in a practical, real-world setting.
Short-Term Programs, Long-Term Impact
Working towards achieving the UN Goals for Sustainable Development, supporting the FutureSense Foundation
Mutually Beneficial Programs
Ensuring that there is mutual benefit and learning for the local community and student participants.
of students think that their Global Citizenship journey was a lifechanging experience that has inspired them to experience the world more!
Global Citizen,Nadia
As the name suggests, of course there are challenges, but the problemsolving skills and confidence that come out of the experience are unmatched.
We measure the impact of our programs on student participants by evaluating the following 10 key skill areas:
Students will tackle real-world challenges hand-in-hand with local communities, seeing the direct impact of their contributions
Students will step into a different world, experiencing new cultures firsthand and building genuine connections that change how they see the world.
Students will strengthen emotional development and self-awareness through reflective and collaborative experiences
Students will push beyond their comfort zone, discovering resilience, confidence, and capabilities
Students will examine their own perspectives on privilege, equity, and global citizenship, developing empathy and a deeper sense of responsibility.
Students will build authentic skills through daily interactions, learning to communicate & work effectively across cultural differences
"I really had fun and enjoyed my time in India, especially working with the learners, getting to see them grow and become more confident with us "
Global Citizen, Kirsty
This program pushed me to be uncomfortable, which allowed me overcome my fears of failure - I was put into some many challenging situations that provoked growth. The connections I've made with everyone will last forever and have opened my eyes to the vast world.
Risk Management
We ensure that...
Every program activity has been risk assessed with safety audits conducted and can provide school with information required to complete pre trip processes
We have real-time safety management system with a robust emergency response process
All participants have 24/7 support from our in-country staff
Every participant has arranged a comprehensive travel insurance (mandatory)
We conduct a comprehensive program briefing process to ensure students are well prepared for their program
