(Long Island, NY) High school and college students from across the globe seeking the opportunity to establish a solid spiritual foundation, develop their leadership skills, and showcase their personal artistic and academic talents will convene upon the School of Mahanaim as it hosts the 3rd International Youth Fellowship (IYF) World Camp in New York from August 18 to 22. An estimated 2,000 students from around the U.S. and overseas will travel to Huntington to participate in this special event aimed at addressing current youth problems and developing young people into leaders.
Thousands of high school and college students from across the globe seeking the opportunity to develop their leadership skills and showcase their personal artistic and academic talents will convene upon the School of Mahanaim as it hosts the 3rd International Youth Fellowship (IYF) World Camp in New York from August 19 to 22. Pictured are student performers from the program.
“We’re very excited to welcome the students who are traveling to visit with us from all over the world and have created an exciting program for them,” explains Glen Heil, IYF Public Relations Officer. “The IYF program is designed to help participating students develop essential and effective leadership skills though a comprehensive program focused on leadership training, personal development and real life experiences. Students leave the program with a memorable experience, greater global and cultural awareness and a special musical experience that transcends borders. Our hope is the students will take the skills they learn here home and use them to help their communities and make an impact in the world today,” Heil continued.
Thousands of high school and college students from across the globe seeking the opportunity to develop their leadership skills and showcase their personal artistic and academic talents will convene upon the School of Mahanaim as it hosts the 3rd International Youth Fellowship (IYF) World Camp in New York from August 19 to 22. Pictured are student performers from the program.
The schedule of events will include educational programs, lectures, cultural activities, and team building. IYF World Camp will also have special guest leadership speakers, spiritual development sessions, culture exhibitions and performances, a leadership symposium, a 5k Mini Marathon, concerts, and academies including martial arts, foreign languages, photography, and much more. “We live in a culture where technology has become a strong communication tool making our ability to communicate quicker and easier, but yet young people are finding it more difficult to relate to others in meaningful ways,” said Program Director Terry Henderson. “Through programs such as IYF World Camp, we want to inspire our younger generation to develop strong hearts and open minds so they can communicate effectively and make a significant impact.”
IYF World Camp kicks off and concludes in grand fashion with the Opening Ceremony and Gracias Christmas Cantata. Both events will be held at LIU C.W. Post’s Tilles Center for the Performing Arts. The Opening Ceremony is scheduled for August 19 at 6:50 pm and will feature cultural dances, welcoming addresses from notable Long Island figures, and performances from the world-renowned music group, Gracias Choir. Gracias Christmas Cantata, which is considered the Choir’s signature musical event, is slated for August 22 at 7:30 pm. Both events are free to the public.
For more information on 2013 IYF World Camp, go to www.IYFUSA.org.
About International Youth Fellowship
IYF is a Christian global initiative of IYF Educational Foundation, a non-profit organization in New York. IYF is dedicated to the spiritual, intellectual, and emotional growth of young people around the world.
