Lessons from Local Leaders:

Barbara Eubanks

Have you ever unpacked a suitcase and found it filled with more than clothes – perhaps, a newfound perspective or a life-changing realization? That’s the kind of experience Barbara, the founder of Going Global with Barbara, brings to the table as she passionately builds bridges for students of color to engage with the world through study abroad opportunities. Join us as we traverse Barbara’s inspiring journey from a high school student with no clue about the globe-trotting possibilities to a retired military officer dedicated to nurturing a new wave of culturally-savvy leaders. Learn about her trailblazing work to boost the meager 6% of students of color studying abroad, and discover how her program transforms young lives by offering more than a passport stamp – it grants confidence, global awareness, and a community that traverses borders.

Picture the world as a classroom, vast and vibrant, filled with lessons in every corner – that’s the vision Barbara shares in this conversation. She’s not just a guide; she’s a story weaver, revealing how a French novel and a surfing lesson in Hawaii became chapters in her own tale of global citizenship. Listen to the stories of students like Danica Hickman, whose journey from a program participant to a volunteer in Kenya underscores the boundless opportunities that arise when we step out into the world. Barbara’s mission is a reminder that investing in our youth’s global education is not a luxury but a vital responsibility, shaping not just their futures, but the fabric of our interconnected society. Tune in and prepare to be inspired to think outside your own boundaries and perhaps, to embark on your own adventure towards global understanding.

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