About LIVE
Mission
LIVE is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating life-changing experiences for children and youth, ages 7 to 20, in underserved communities. Through dynamic exploration and travel, we provide support and opportunities that inspire confidence and empathy, shaping the next generation of global citizens. Empower youth and donate today!
Vision
Our vision is to encourage experiences that expand horizons and foster appreciation for change and diversity beyond everyday life. At LIVE, we believe the world is larger than our neighborhood, and we strive to empower young people to embrace its vastness.
Purpose
To transform the perspectives of young people through education, exploration, and travel. At LIVE, we aim to ignite curiosity, broaden horizons, and cultivate a deeper understanding of the world around us.
Why is our cause important?
- Empowering Underserved Communities: By providing support, mental health resources, and opportunities for children and youth in underserved communities, we address systemic inequalities and empower individuals who may not otherwise have access to such experiences.
- Transformative Experiences: The organization offers life-changing experiences through dynamic exploration, travel, and mental health wellness programs, which can significantly impact young people's personal growth, emotional resilience, confidence, and worldview.
- Building Global Citizens: By promoting empathy, understanding, mental well-being, and appreciation for diversity, the nonprofit helps shape the next generation of global citizens who are equipped to navigate and contribute to an increasingly interconnected world.
- Addressing Educational Disparities: Educational travel and mental health programs provided by the nonprofit can supplement traditional education, teaching coping mechanisms and stress management alongside exposing young people to new cultures, languages, and perspectives, addressing educational disparities and broadening their horizons.
- Encouraging Positive Change: By fostering experiences that support mental wellness and allow children and youth to embrace change and diversity, the nonprofit promotes positive social change and contributes to building more inclusive, resilient, and interconnected communities.
What does LIVE stand for?
Our Core Values
At LIVE, we're on a mission to empower youth to lead, inspire, validate, and explore. Empowering them to unlock their full potential and create a brighter future for themselves and their communities. Let's delve into the importance of these four pillars and how they shape the lives of young people around the world.
Lead
Leadership is not about titles or positions – it's about taking initiative, making a difference, and inspiring others to do the same. Through leadership development programs, mentorship, and hands-on experiences, we empower youth to become leaders in their own lives, schools, and communities. By fostering leadership skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, we equip young people with the confidence and courage to lead with integrity, empathy, and vision.
Inspire
Inspiration has the power to ignite passion, drive, and determination in young hearts and minds. Through storytelling, role models, and transformative experiences, we inspire youth to dream big, chase their aspirations, and make a positive impact in the world. Whether it's through motivational speeches, personal anecdotes, or success stories, we aim to spark a fire within young people that fuels their journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
Validate
Validation is about recognizing and affirming the inherent worth and dignity of every individual. In a world that often undermines young people's voices and experiences, we strive to validate their feelings, perspectives, and identities. Through supportive relationships, inclusive spaces, and validation workshops, we create environments where young people feel seen, heard, and valued for who they are. By also prioritizing mental wellness, we help them develop emotional resilience and self-awareness, empowering them to navigate challenges with confidence. By validating their unique talents, strengths, and contributions, we empower them to embrace their authenticity and shine brightly in the world.
Explore
Exploration is the gateway to discovery, learning, and growth. Through educational travel experiences, cultural exchange programs, and hands-on learning opportunities, we encourage youth to step out of their comfort zones, expand their horizons, and explore the world around them. Whether it's discovering new cultures, languages, or ideas, or embarking on adventures that challenge and inspire, we believe that exploration is essential for personal and intellectual development. By encouraging young people to explore, we empower them to become curious, confident, and globally-minded citizens who are ready to embrace the richness and diversity of the world.
