Illumine, Inc.
Developing tomorrow’s ethical global leaders
Illumine, Inc. supports middle and high school students from under-resourced communities in discovering their personal and cultural identities using the Gallup StrengthsFinder and other tools. They explore the economics of education in the USA and compare it to that of another country. A global capstone experience helps to equip them to become effective, ethical local, and global leaders.
Program model
How Illumine scholars grow
Identity-building and leadership development exercises.
Strengths-based assessments (CliftonStrengths) and mentorship
Capstone: 7–10 day educational journey abroad
Commitment: Complete assignments and serve in an ambassador role after program 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 small selected group travels with adult team leaders for a 7–10-day educational journey that brings the learning to life and expands cultural perspective.
Actionable growth
What scholars do
Identity-building and leadership development exercises
Strengths-based (CliftonStrengths) assessments and reflection
Writing assignments comparing community systems (U.S. vs. global community)
Educational visits (schools and institutions)
Civic learning opportunities (including U.S. Embassy visit where applicable)
