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  • Tahlia smiling with her host mother, both wearing batik print dresses
    February 01, 2023
    Learning About Clothing in Ghana

    Tahlia recollects her experience creating batiks and understanding local fashion styles.

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  • Ainsley Sits On Rocks In Front Of Trees
    January 27, 2023
    Everyday Adventures and Struggles

    Ainsley reflected on the normal days of YES Abroad in Jordan.

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  • Kacey smiling with neighborhood children
    January 18, 2023
    Building Community Through Team Games

    Kacey picked up the rules to a new game in India and made some friends along the way.

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  • Ainsley Gavin And Juliana Smile At An Outdoor Table
    January 13, 2023
    Qahwa - Jordanian Coffee

    Gavin T. discovered that coffee was not just a drink but a culture in Jordan.

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  • 20Th Anniversary Webinar Campaign
    January 11, 2023
    YES Program: A 20th Anniversary Celebration Webinar

    YES held “YES Program: A 20th Anniversary Celebration” on January 24 at 10am ET.

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  • Yes Abroad Jordan Students At Christmas Dinner
    December 30, 2022
    Jordanian Christmas: New Traditions

    Juliana found that Christmas was different but still special in Jordan.

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  • Watching Football In A Cafe
    December 16, 2022
    Watching the World Cup

    Isaac discovered the importance of "football" to his host community in Morocco.

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  • Elizabeth standing in front of a pool, smiling
    December 14, 2022
    Making Memories at a Swimming Competition in India

    Elizabeth dives into her school’s swimming games.

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  • Maria And Her Friends Smile From The Street
    December 09, 2022
    Being a Soccer Fan in Morocco

    As a U.S. soccer fan, Maria finds herself in a country where everyone is a soccer fan.

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  • Emi surrounded by a group of friends.
    December 07, 2022
    “Go-en”: Fated Relationships

    Emi reflects on the relationships she's made in Bulgaria.

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