Social Welfare Program: GIP
Our Program
The Global Identity Program
Program for Children in Care Homes
The Global Identity Program (GIP) bridges the gap between children in care homes and wider society through structured service-learning engagement. Guided by university students and young adult mentors, these children engage in meaningful volunteer experiences and collaborative project-building to make a real societal contribution.
Program Flow
① Camp Program
Students participate in a 1–2 day immersive program where they explore a global issue through an organization that aims to combat it on a local scale. They learn about the work the organization does and get involved by directly volunteering and supporting its initiatives. After volunteering and engaging with the organization's work firsthand, they continue the GIP by creating a project that they will develop and put into action through the next stage of the program.
After engaging in the volunteering experience, students participate in a four-month program with weekly sessions where they bring their project ideas to life. This is made possible through the support and mentorship of our mentors and volunteers, who serve as facilitators and guides, empowering students to take ownership of their projects while providing the encouragement and resources needed to succeed.
③ Camp Program
Students from different care homes come together to present their projects, share their learning journeys, and reflect on the impact of their work. Following the showcase, students participate in fun group activities to celebrate their growth, collaboration, and contributions throughout the program cycle
② Extension Program
Our Approach & Tools
Our approach for the GIP follows utilizing two main tools, which are the five life skills that are promoted in all of our programs and the learning cycle, which is an important part of the project-based learning the children go through.