Global Citizenship

 

At World Footprints, we embrace the spirit of “Ubuntu” – a Zulu concept embodying the interconnectedness of humanity. This principle underscores our commitment to Global Citizenship, recognizing our collective responsibility as stewards of our planet.

Global Citizenship transcends borders and affiliations, acknowledging our shared humanity and the inherent rights and responsibilities that come with it. Through travel, we engage with diverse cultures, fostering empathy and understanding for global issues and perspectives.

As Global Citizens, we leave ripples of positive impact by actively engaging with communities at local and global levels, striving to effect positive change and promote social development. By broadening our horizons and stepping out of our comfort zones, we deepen our connection to the world and cultivate empathy for others.

At its core, Global Citizenship is a mindset—a recognition that we are part of something larger than ourselves. It calls upon us to be globally aware, understanding our place in the world and embracing our civic responsibilities to all communities, near and far.

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    This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Tonya and Ian enjoy a conversation with Thad Simons and Ellen Dierenfeld from Novus International to talk about the sustainable practices that they are incorporating in Africa.  Thad and Ellen joined our live broadcast from the US-Africa Summit.

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    This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. We discuss corporate social responsibility with Sam. Tonya and Ian enjoy a conversation with Samantha Taylor from Reputation Dynamics.  Sam stops by to discuss corporate social responsibility during our live broadcast from the US-Africa Business Summit. Samantha "Sam" was born in London and raised in Kenya, East Africa, where she experienced firsthand the difficulties of poverty and community development. Sam established Reputation Dynamics in 2005 to offer local and global citizenship development to for-profit and NGO/social enterprise enterprises. Reputation Dynamics focuses on establishing creative alliances that inspire the public and private sectors to work together as a unified force for social and environmental sustainability. She encourages a wide range of organisations on long-term strategies for enhancing the wellbeing of communities by establishing holistic collaborations. She is an advocate [...]

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    This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before rebranding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Let's go for a ride in Alaska’s Glacier National Park. Travel with Travel’n On through Alaska’s Glacier National Park aboard the luxurious American Safari yacht. Tonya and Ian will chat with American Safari’s captain and expedition leaders as they embark on a discovery of the Inner Passage and the natural treasures that the area holds. One of nature's most amazing masterpieces, Glacier National Park is situated in the backcountry of Montana, in the United States. The famous national park, which is revered as the "Crown of the Continent," protects carved-out glaciers and valleys, blue glacial lakes, and lush forests, earning it the moniker. Your senses are stunned by its pristine beauty and beautiful wilderness from the moment you first see it. The park lies on the border between [...]

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    Rick Webster , VP of Public Policy at the US Travel Association, joins Travel'n On Radio to talk about the Travel Promotion Act and his Associations efforts to promote tourism in the United States.

  • Texas.Steak House.Route 66.

    This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before rebranding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Today we'll take you to explore the specialty of Amarillo, Texas. Cadillac ranch Famed for its Big Texan steak house—home to a 72 oz steak—you get eat for free if you can do so within an hour and its rodeo culture, Amarillo is where the real Texas begins. From its historic Route 66, to the quirky Cadillac Ranch, Amarillo is a place that surprises at every turn, and today were are going to give you a feel for what makes this an intriguing place to visit. Where the southern plains and the desert converge is Amarillo, Texas, a distinctive and historically significant region. Working western ranches and a thriving twenty-first-century economy combine to make Amarillo and the neighbouring Panhandle region a special fusion of two American eras, making [...]

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    This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Meet Victor Pineda, who is working for young people with disabilities.

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    This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before rebranding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. If, on your travels through the USA, imagine you could work with dolphins, experience zero gravity, or even work in the Grand Canyon. Then imagine if these opportunities cost you little to nothing or even paid you a stipend for your short-term service, would you take advantage of such opportunities? Well, you can, and a new book Immersion Travel USA tells you how. The book's author Sheryl Kayne will join the show to talk about the best and most meaningful volunteering, living, and learning excursions.

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    This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before rebranding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Join Tonya and Ian as they take you on an exciting adventure with author and explorer Col. John Blashford Snell who will talk about his upcoming expedition to Bolivia and his work with the Just A Drop Foundation.  John is a legendary explorer who has traveled to all corners of the earth to leave positive footprints and share remote places with the world.

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    This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before rebranding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. National Geographic author Jon Bowermaster talks about his journey down the coast of Vietnam. Then- Canadian anthropologist Wade Davis joins Tonya and Ian to talk about his recent travels to Peru, Borneo, Tibet and northern Kenya. Finally, learn about the Shams Ensemble, one of the first groups to pursue musical independence and freedom of women's voices in Iran, and their current US tour. The Shams Ensemble is a musical ensemble that uses the Tanbur, Daf (frame drum), Ney, and several other percussion instruments to play Sufi, Kurdish folk, and Persian traditional music. In 1977 Keikhosro Pournazeri worked to form the Shams Ensemble in Kermnshh, Iran. He invited a few of his students who were familiar with playing Tenbur, and over time, as they learned the instrument and gained [...]

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    This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before rebranding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Today we'' talk about the well-known Louis Armstrong Park. On this edition, we travel back to New Orleans for a conversation with Bruce Beckham, Executive Director of Tourism Cares, who talks about their latest project- Preserving Louis Armstrong Park. Then - well find out about all the exciting things happening in the city of Brotherly Love from Philadelphia's Mayor Michael Nutter. And find out about a new TV show spotlighting one of Ian and Tonyas favorite destinations! The park is appropriately named for one of New Orleans' most well-known performers, jazz trumpeter Louis Armstrong. It is situated in the Tremé area, which is home to many of the city's most celebrated jazz musicians. However, Beauregard Square was the previous name for the location of Louis Armstrong Park before [...]