06.Feb.2010 What is GILD?

Global Issues Leadership Development (GILD) is a nonprofit organization created to help promote human rights through youth after-school programs that generate behavioral change among participants. We partner with businesses, nonprofits, government agencies, and communities to provide educational information and hands-on practice in the form of leadership training and curriculum development.

We recognize that the social, economic and environmental interdependence of nations has produced a global connection of communities; thus our purpose is to create a holistic understanding of human rights.

In short, we:
a) Develop and foster leadership skills among youth.
b) Holistically educate participants on global human rights concerns.
c) Provide hands on service opportunities for participants.
d) Encourage youth towards globally and socially conscious behaviors.