Transformative Service-Learning Programs for High Schools

Developing students into confident, capable Global Citizens whilst creating lasting positive change.

Since 2012, we have become renowned for developing Global Citizens. Collaborating with 100+ partners worldwide, we have had 11,000+ students kickstart their Global Citizenship journey with us and embark on the ultimate journey of personal growth. Students who embark on a Challenges Abroad program positively impact the world, while enhancing employability skills and inspiring a more global mindset.

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Trusted by Schools

“I’ve led four Challenges Abroad trips to Cambodia, Panama, Nepal, and India, taking 68 students, with a fifth trip now in planning.

The top thing the kids get out of it is a hugely expanded sense of what they are capable of. They come home going, ‘Oh my gosh, there is this amazing planet full of people... and yet I have it within myself to go and get involved and to be part of something, and actually to succeed within it.’

Challenges Abroad has been exceptional to work with - they’re fixers, enthusiasts, giving personal attention to making sure things go well and making us feel known and cared about as a college.”

Marcus, Chemistry Teacher & Trip Leader, Queen Mary’s College

Why Partner With Us

Global Citizenship Journeys

Our programs enable students to step out of their comfort zone whilst building their understanding of the wider world, learning about new cultures and fostering meaningful connections with the local community.

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Risk & Safety

Our processes have been designed keeping in mind the guidelines from DFAT, and we have best-in-class critical incident management and reporting processes. We undertake thorough risk assessments for every activity and ensure appropriate risk mitigation is in place so that our participants remain safe while exploring the world.

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Short-Term Programs, Long-Term Impact

Participants on a Challenges Abroad program are not only engaging with the community through their project but are part of a sustainable community development initiative that will have a long lasting, positive impact.

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What Students Say

"People always come back from trips like this and say it changed their life. You can never understand that until you do it and realise it truly is life changing...

This trip really showed me that everyone, everywhere is the same. We just have different experiences and opportunities and I’m thankful to have the opportunity to see the world through someone else’s eyes."

Global Citizen, Temika

Cambodia 2026