Summer Youth Journey 2008
Ayesha
Before I learned about the Manhattan Multicultural Summer Youth Program, my typical day in Ohio would start around 10 or 11. I would get up have my breakfast and then watch my favorite TV show Gilmore Girls with my sister for an hour.
Christopher
Before I came to this program, I attended basketball camp for a week and then went away to New Jersey for a week. Besides that I played video games, went on the computer, or played at the park. So I really didn't do that many activities involving learning about our nation or the world.
Maryam
I am a 15 year old from the East Bay area in California. My family is from Kandahar, Afghanistan. Additionally I am strongly connected to my Muslim culture. My sister, who lives in Manhattan, got me involved in this program. Before I attended this program, I had no idea of what to expect.
Jason
Prior to attending the Manhattan multicultural program I was not doing much. I went to Pennsylvania with my girl friend, hung out with my friends, relaxed and played football. I didn't really know nor do anything about the global issues that I learned about during the program.
Zoya
Prior to attending this program I had a strong interest in world issues, peace and conflict resolution. I already knew that I wanted to major in international relations in college. I participated in various programs to explore my culture and the cultures of others, but never had I ever even dreamt of an experience where I would explore culture and religion at the United Nations.
ZuZu
What I enjoyed most about the program was that we went to different talks at the UN and listened to what each department focuses on. That was very interesting and I learned a lot more then I thought I would.
ALL human beings are born FREE and EQUAL in dignity and rights.
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