Nextgen united nations leaders bootcamp

I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity I had to learn and collaborate with you, the UN officials, and my peers at the UN Bootcamp. From the very start, I was inspired by the caliber of the instructors and the depth of the topics we covered. The capstone project, in particular, was a highlight for me. It was a chance to apply everything we learned in a hands-on way, and the late-night work sessions with my teammates were invaluable. I learned so much about effective project management, from initial brainstorming to refining a final presentation. This experience has left me feeling energized and inspired to build on this momentum, especially with the connections I've made and the new skills I've gained. Thank you again for this truly incredible experience.

- Student A

My experience at the UN Bootcamp has been incredibly rewarding, and I truly appreciate and cherish everything I've gained. The program gave me a deeper understanding of pressing global issues and how to tackle them with practical, actionable strategies. I particularly valued the collaborative nature of the program, as working alongside my peers on our capstone project allowed me to see different perspectives and learn from their insights. The discussions with UN officials were a highlight, as they provided real-world context to the academic concepts we were studying. I now feel much more confident in my ability to turn passion into purpose and am eager to apply the skills I've gained to make a tangible impact.

- Student K

This has been a very meaningful and valuable experience. The UN Bootcamp provided a unique platform to learn from experts and engage with a diverse group of peers who are all passionate about making a difference. I was particularly impressed by the practical skills we developed, such as effective project brainstorming and resource matching. These tools have given me a clear roadmap for how to translate my passion for global issues into a concrete project. I am hopeful for the chance to stay connected with the instructors and experts in the future to continue expanding my knowledge and skills, as their insights have been a source of great inspiration. I feel that this is just the beginning of my journey, and I am excited to see where these new connections and skills will take me.

- Student C

My experience at the UN Bootcamp was incredibly rewarding, especially the research I did to prepare for our capstone project. I found myself diving into topics I had only a surface-level understanding of before, and the process of gathering data and synthesizing information was deeply engaging. The program provided a perfect environment for this kind of deep-dive learning, giving us the tools to not only research effectively but also to translate our findings into a compelling project. The collaboration with my peers was another highlight, as we worked together to refine our ideas and build a cohesive presentation. I am hoping to continue building on what I learned, using the skills and knowledge from the bootcamp to pursue further projects and research in this field.

- Student J

My experience at the NextGen UN Leaders Bootcamp has been incredibly rewarding. During the first session, when the instructor displayed a world map showing global hunger rates, I was deeply moved--I just knew then that I had come to the right place! Throughout the program, we engaged in discussions on pressing global issues such as climate change, poverty, and hunger. These conversations made the idea of a "community with a shared future for humanity" feel vivid and real to me. Having just returned from volunteering in Mathare, one of Kenya’s largest informal settlements, I was full of passion and eager to contribute in meaningful ways to support local children. The Bootcamp equipped me with practical skills: how to brainstorm a project effectively, identify and match resources to my initiative, refine project details, and translate ideas into reality by learning from existing project experiences. What made the experience especially valuable were the like-minded peers I met along the way. Even though the program was conducted entirely online, that didn’t stop my teammates and me from working late into the night—almost pulling an all-nighter—to polish the final version of our project presentation. Lastly, I want to sincerely thank all the instructors and professors for their guidance and support throughout this inspiring journey.

- Student F