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About the Project
What is Global Bridges Project?
Global Bridges Project is a student-led initiative that interviews young people around the world to connect youth across borders. Through these conversations, we share perspectives and highlight the ideas and experiences young people have in common.
Why was Global Bridges Project founded?
The project was founded to bring young people together and highlight the ideas and experiences they share. Meaningful conversations can help us understand different cultures and see the world from new perspectives.
What makes Global Bridges Project different from other student initiatives?
The project focuses on direct conversations with young people from different countries and backgrounds. Students share their own perspectives on education, culture, leadership, and the future.
Who is the project designed for?
The interviews primarily feature university students. The ambassador programme is open to eligible students from Grade 9 through university, helping the project reach more communities.
What topics does Global Bridges Project explore?
Our conversations explore education, culture, leadership, and the future, including how young people see the world and what they have learned from their experiences.
Why does the project feature students from universities around the world?
Universities bring together students with different experiences, interests, and cultural backgrounds. Featuring students around the world lets us explore a range of perspectives and highlight connections across borders.
Is GBP an independent student-led initiative?
Yes. Global Bridges Project is an independent, student-led initiative. Featuring students affiliated with a university does not mean that the university sponsors or formally partners with the project.
What are the long-term goals of Global Bridges Project?
The long-term vision is to build a sustainable international student network that continues beyond its founder’s time leading it. Through ambassadors, students around the world could conduct interviews and share local perspectives across generations. The project is working toward a network spanning 30+ universities and 50 countries.
Interviews
Who do you interview?
We primarily interview young people who are university students, representing different countries, cultures, and communities.
What happens during a GBP interview?
Interviewees are asked a short series of questions about their experiences, perspectives, and ideas. Questions are shared with them before the interview.
What kinds of questions do you ask interviewees?
Questions may cover education, culture, leadership, personal experiences, and the future. The questions change frequently, and interviewees are told what they will be asked beforehand.
How long does an interview usually last?
Most interviews last around one minute, with a maximum length of approximately three minutes.
Are interviews conducted online or in person?
Interviews are conducted in person.
Can interviewees suggest their own topics?
Yes. Interviewees are welcome to suggest topics, but the project team will decide whether they fit the project’s focus and interview format.
How do you choose which interviews to publish?
The project aims to publish all interviews, while ensuring participants have given permission for recording and publication.
Where can I watch the interviews?
You can watch the interviews on Instagram at @globalbridgesproject.
Open Instagram ↗Can I suggest someone for an interview?
Of course! Send us the person’s details and a brief explanation of why they would be a good fit for Global Bridges Project.
Can I request an interview about a specific topic?
You are welcome to suggest a topic. We will consider it based on the project’s focus, interview format, and suitability.
Can students from any country be interviewed?
Yes. We welcome students from any country.
Are interviews focused only on academics?
No. Interviews go beyond academics and explore education, culture, leadership, personal perspectives, and the future.
Do interviewees give permission before interviews are published?
Yes. Before recording begins, we ask interviewees for their consent both to record the interview and to publish it on our social media platforms.
Ambassadors
What is a GBP Ambassador?
A Global Bridges Project Ambassador represents the project in their community by helping identify and interview students. Ambassadors help the project reach new people and share more perspectives from around the world.
Who can apply to become an ambassador?
Students currently in Grade 9 or above, including university students, can express interest in becoming an ambassador.
What would an ambassador be responsible for?
Ambassadors help identify interviewees, conduct interviews in their local communities, and send the footage to the Project Director. The project team reviews, edits, and prepares footage for publication.
Do ambassadors conduct interviews in their own countries?
Yes. Ambassadors help conduct interviews in their own countries or communities.
Do ambassadors need previous journalism or interview experience?
No previous journalism or interview experience is required.
Is there an application process to become an ambassador?
Email the project with an introduction about yourself and your community, your CV, and all required application information. The team will review your details and follow up.
Is the ambassador programme currently open?
Yes. Students who are interested can reach out to express their interest and learn more.
Collaboration
How can my university or student community get involved?
Contact us to discuss ways your university or student community could take part in the project.
Can a school, university club, or student organization collaborate?
Yes. Schools, university clubs, and student organizations are welcome to contact us to discuss possible collaboration.
Can an organization or institution collaborate?
We welcome collaboration inquiries. Please contact us with information about your organization and the collaboration you have in mind.
Participation & Contact
How can I contact GBP?
Visit our Contact section or email naseralqatami@icloud.com. You can also reach the project through Instagram at @globalbridgesproject.
Does it cost anything to participate?
No. Participation is 100% free, including taking part in an interview or expressing interest in the ambassador programme.
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