Illumine, Inc.
Developing tomorrow’s ethical global leaders
Illumine, Inc. supports middle and high school students from under-resourced communities as they discover who they are, build leadership skills, and grow in economic and civic understanding. Through identity formation, systems exploration, and a global capstone experience, Illumine Scholars are equipped to become effective, ethical leaders—locally and globally.
Program model
How Illumine scholars grow
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Identity-building and leadership development exercises.
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Strengths-based assessments (CliftonStrengths) and mentorship
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Capstone: 7–10 day educational journey abroad
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Commitment: Assignments – ambassador role after completion.
Program pillars
The Illumine scholar experience
Identity & Strengths
Scholars explore personal identity- and leadership through CliftonStrengths-based exercises, reflection, and mentorship.
Economics & Community Systems
Scholars study education, healthcare, financial, legal and civic systems and compare their local community to a selected global community through guided discussion and essays.
Global Capstone Journey
Each year, a selected small group travels with adult team leaders for a 7–10 day educational journey that brings the learning to be and expands cultural perspective.
Actionable growth
What scholars do
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Identity-building and leadership development exercises
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Strengths-based (CliftonStrengths) assessments and reflection
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Writing assignments comparing community systems (U.S. vs. global community)
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Educational visits (schools and institutions)
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Civic learning opportunities, (including U.S. Embassy visit where applicable)
