Nikki Lebenson Angulo

Deputy Chief, Organization Development @AFS. New Yorker interested in international education, food, history and situations that combine all three.

[AFS Intercultural Programs @AFS]

The @YouthAssembly is starting in New York! 600+ youth from around the world are coming together to learn, network, and create impact. The theme is "Forge Our Shared Future" exploring humanitarian crises, future of education, climate action, and food security.

#YA29 #AFSeffect

[AFS Intercultural Programs @AFS]

Join us in celebrating International Youth Day, to explore the theme of “Empowering Youth to Foster Peace and Security through Global Citizenship.” The event is co-organized with @MaltaUNMission and @UNmigration @UNHABITAT @UNESCO

https://t.co/H5OA3jagHI

#AFSeffect #Youth

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“You are the generation that will redefine what it means to be a global citizen. You are the generation that will challenge the status quo and push the boundaries of what is possible.” - Daniel Obst, @AFS , at the International Youth Day Celebration.

https://t.co/4gbFtteDaP

[AFS Intercultural Programs @AFS]

Honored to hear from H.E. Mr. Dennis Francis, President of the United Nations General Assembly @UN_PGA addressing 800+ young leaders gathered at the International Youth Day Celebration! Your presence here and this opportunity for dialogue is meaningful and inspiring.

[AFS Intercultural Programs @AFS]

Great to hear the message from Felipe Paullier, Assistant Secretary General for Youth Affairs, UN Youth Office - inspiring 800+ youth in the room today at the International Youth Day Celebration!

@felipepaullier
@UNYouthAffairs

[The PIE News @ThePIENews]

Her Excellency, Francesca Gatt, Deputy Permanent Representative of the Permanent Mission of Malta to the United Nations speaks to delegates at the 29th @YouthAssembly at the @UN. #intled #globalcitizenship @AFS

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We are honored to hear from so many amazing leaders today: Ugochi Daniels @daniels_ugochi @UNmigration, Stefania Giannini @SteGiannini @UNESCO, Fanta Aw @FantaAwNAFSA @NAFSA as well as young leaders from around the world!

@maltaunmission

[The PIE News @ThePIENews]

The Deputy Director General for Operations, Ugochi Daniels, asserts the importance of remembering the people behind the numbers when advocating for displaced persons at the 29th @YouthAssembly. @AFS #intled #advocacy #youthvoice

[AFS Intercultural Programs @AFS]

Our youth panel is tackling the topic of Empowering Youth to Foster Peace and Security through Global Citizenship. We’re eager to develop actionable recommendations for strengthening youth participation in peace and security efforts, in line with the YPS agenda.

[The PIE News @ThePIENews]

Lamar Zala Gran is a youth advocate for education for women and girls in Afghanistan. She spoke to the 29th @YouthAssembly about gender apartheid. #youthvoice #intled #genderequity @AFS

[AFS Intercultural Programs @AFS]

The @YouthAssembly is just two weeks away! We’re eager to meet 600+ delegates coming from 100 countries to help solve the world’s greatest challenges.

Find out more about the AFS Youth Assembly at https://t.co/jOFFmyksY7 and follow #YA29!

#AFSeffect

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The AFS team was so excited to meet with the @UNYouthAffairs team, including @felipepaullier , first ever Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs. Thank you for promoting the meaningful, inclusive and effective engagement of youth in world affairs!

#Youth2030 #YouthLead

[The PIE News @ThePIENews]

A report by US youth exchange specialists AFS Intercultural Programs found over three-quarters of host families find cultural learning and exchange to be a primary benefit.
https://t.co/lFnkHPwK6i

[AFS Intercultural Programs @AFS]

The latest issue of the AFS Global UP newsletter here, bringing you news about how individuals, higher ed institutions and researchers are advancing global competence thanks to our programs.

Find out more & subscribe:
https://t.co/1ErnTEQ2QZ

#AFSeffect #intled #highered

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Global STEM Accelerators is a 100% scholarship, virtual exchange that unites young women (ages 15-17.5) to foster social impact and empower them to become changemakers. 20% of spots are earmarked for refugee and displaced populations. Apply now!
https://t.co/BQ5OReUVLd
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Did you know that the president and first lady of Guatemala have served as AFS host parents, while the vice president is the mother of an AFS exchange student?

Find out more:
https://t.co/3rSfo7ba1h

#AFSeffect @AfsGuate

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Happy International Day of Education! We celebrate by empowering global citizens to embrace differences, actively advancing global understanding, and taking action for sustainable development.

Find out more at https://t.co/37lv11wPRy.

#AFSeffect #EducationDay

[Daniel Obst @dtobst]

Impressed with @Cee_Bah from Sierra Leone and his leadership and commitment to the transformative power of education as a potent tool to foster peace. Thank you to @UNESCO for convening this important discussion on #EducationDay.

[Nikki Lebenson Angulo @NikkiLebAngulo]

Excited to be here representing @AFS and the @YouthAssembly at today’s event. Many thanks to @UNESCO for planning a great celebration of #EducationDay

[Stefania Giannini @SteGiannini]

On #EducationDay, @UNESCO is highlighting the central role of learning in countering #HateSpeech & fostering peace. Join us today for a high-level panel event at @UN HQ. Tune live at 10am NY time: https://t.co/7TqqSno2L3

[AFS Intercultural Programs @AFS]

This Veterans Day, we look back on the beginning of AFS. We started as a volunteer ambulance corps that transformed into the organization we are today. Learn about the legacy of our founders by using this educational curriculum: https://t.co/pLxAoY8KmW

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