named programs · 1 · from sources
What they call their work
Student to World
Online educational program for youth ages 12-19 that uses storytelling, media resources, and peer exchanges to explore global topics. Includes asynchronous online courses and optional live Zoom events facilitated by near-peer leaders.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Cultural Exchange and Mutual Understanding Programs 2 activities
- Bilateral U.S.-Mexico virtual exchange programOperates a structured virtual exchange program connecting students in the United States and Mexico to practice language skills, learn about each other's cultures, and build intercultural communication abilities through bilingual discussions and collaborative learning.
- Youth-centered virtual exchange programsConnects schools, educators, and learners globally through virtual exchange programs that facilitate cross-cultural engagement, storytelling, and collaborative learning among youth. Programs include synchronous and asynchronous components, real-time dialogue, and peer-created content, reaching over one million students across 60 countries since 1998.
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Educator Conferences & Professional Development Events 1 activity
- Global educator facilitation and resource sharingHosts real-time online events and operates a Facilitator Forum for global educators to share teaching resources, strategies, and best practices in youth engagement and virtual exchange programming.
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High School Exchange Programs 1 activity
- Student to World programProvides free virtual learning experiences for youth, including courses, language and cultural exchanges, and storytelling opportunities, all designed by youth. The program is supported by the Stevens Initiative and emphasizes global engagement and intercultural understanding.
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Nonprofit Internship Programs 1 activity
- Youth content creation and curriculum development internshipsRuns paid virtual internship programs for youth aged 13–25, including the Content Creation Lab and leadership tracks, where participants co-design curricula, develop multimedia courses on global issues, and lead multinational teams, building skills in leadership, project management, and cross-cultural collaboration.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- NomadVerse online learning platformOffers a free online learning platform where youth explore global issues through peer-created courses, earn certificates, and engage in multimedia content and interactive story exchanges. The platform supports accessibility with closed captioning and ASL interpretation.
- Thematic youth education courses on global issuesDevelops and delivers online courses for youth on topics including language learning, global hunger, mental health, human rights, artificial intelligence, environmental sustainability, and career pathways, using multimedia storytelling and peer engagement to strengthen understanding and skills.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$933K
Contributions & grants$901K97%
Program service revenue$32K3%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$316
expenses
Total expenses$1.72M
Program expenses66%
Admin / overhead30%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$990K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$762K
Cash$601K
Investments$0
Liabilities$148K
Net assets$614K
Liquid reserves4.2 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -72.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| COURTNEY WELSH | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 40 | $236K |
| SANDRA STEIN | CHIEF OF PROGRAMS & LEARNING | 40 | $206K |
| ELIZABETH KNOWLES | CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER | 40 | $162K |
board members · 7
- CINDY CHASTAIN — DIRECTOR
- DIANA KILUTA AMOA — DIRECTOR
- ELIZABETH ARSHALUIS CAZAZIAN — DIRECTOR
- MATTHEW TEDESCO — CHAIRPERSON
- MILA PETROVA — DIRECTOR
- SCOTT HEFTER — DIRECTOR
- ZAINAB WADOOD — DIRECTOR
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- Aspen Institute Partner — Administrator of the Stevens Initiative, which supports Global Nomads Group’s Student to World program
- Bezos Family Foundation Funder — Supports the Stevens Initiative, which funds Global Nomads Group’s Student to World program
- Canvas Learning Management System Partner — Hosts GNG's private online platform, certified to meet FERPA privacy standards.
- Government of Morocco Government — Supports the Stevens Initiative, which funds Global Nomads Group’s Student to World program
- Government of the United Arab Emirates Government — Supports the Stevens Initiative, which funds Global Nomads Group’s Student to World program
- Humanitas Technologies Partner — Christine Goussous previously worked at Humanitas Technologies on a youth-facing community improvement mobile app before rejoining Global Nomads Group.
- Student to World Partner — Collaborative program through which live events and educator forums are accessed.
- Student to World Partner — Youth and educator engagement program offering virtual learning experiences co-created and delivered by youth.
- U.S. Department of State Government — Sponsor of the Stevens Initiative, which supports Global Nomads Group’s Student to World program
- U.S. Government Government — Provider of funding for the Stevens Initiative, supporting Global Nomads Group’s Student to World program
- Zoom Partner — Platform used to host optional live events for real-time participant engagement.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Inclusive, Equity-Centered Learning Designmethodology: inclusive_youth_led_learningBy designing programs that center accessibility, neurodiversity, and social justice, the organization fosters belonging and equitable participation because inclusive structures enable all youth—especially marginalized voices—to contribute meaningfully to global dialogue.
- Personal-to-Global Sensemakingmethodology: personal_to_global_connectionBy helping youth connect their personal experiences to global issues through comparative analysis, the organization cultivates agency and systems thinking because local-global linkages make abstract challenges tangible and actionable.
- Storytelling and Personal Narrative for Cross-Cultural Understandingmethodology: storytelling_and_connection_for_social_changeBy using youth-generated storytelling and personal narrative as core learning methods, the organization fosters perspective-taking and global empathy because sharing lived experiences makes abstract cultural differences concrete and relatable.
- Virtual Exchange as a Catalyst for Intercultural and Cognitive Growthmethodology: virtual_exchangeBy connecting global youth through structured virtual exchange, the organization builds intercultural competence and cognitive diversity because sustained, authentic dialogue across cultural boundaries shifts perceptions and enhances collaborative problem-solving.
- Youth-Led Development and Leadershipmethodology: youth_led_developmentBy positioning youth as leaders, creators, and co-designers in programming, the organization produces deeper engagement and transformative learning because youth agency amplifies voice, ownership, and peer influence in global education contexts.