“Media and information literacy has never been so vital to build trust in information and knowledge at a time when notions of ‘truth’ have been challenged.” — Irina Bokova, Former Director-General of UNESCO Technology has become part of almost everything we do, from how we communicate to how we understand events around the world. Nowadays, we can absorb lots of information through digital tools such as short videos, memes, or artificial intelligence (AI). When we find a short

“I hope to use my passion for international affairs to help mentor young people, learn a lot myself, and contribute to their academic growth.” This is how one mentor participating in the IVECA Global Youth Mentorship Program (iGYMP) described her hope for participating in this unique opportunity. This fall, iGYMP brings together over a dozen mentors from universities in Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States to explore the theme “Youth Innovations for a Sustainable

“You can't build peace on empty stomachs.” Lord John Boyd Orr, the first Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) urged the world to respond to the catastrophic food shortage in the post-World War II. It highlights the truth that food security is essential to human well-being, social stability, and peace. Today, technological development and globalization have transformed how food is produced, distributed, and consumed. Although ac

Misunderstandings across cultures often start with what each person assumes the other already knows: what a greeting means, how a greeting is meant, why a meal follows a certain order, or what silence signals in a meeting. These assumptions can remain invisible until someone asks about them. A question opens a space to say, “Help me understand,” and invites another person to share their perspective. Asked with genuine interest, it also communicates that their way of living ma

We are pleased to share the highlights of the 2026 United Nations Economic and Social Council Partnership Forum Follow-Up Event, “ Youth Digital Collaboration for a Sustainable Planet: Innovating for Inclusive Cities ,” held on February 5, 2026, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City. The event stood as a strong testament to what becomes possible when young people are given a genuine platform and when institutions, educators, and diplomats choose to truly listen.

At a time when global challenges continue to test our collective resolve, the 2026 UN ECOSOC Partnership Forum Follow-Up Event was co-organized by IVECA Center for International Virtual Schooling and the Global NGO Executive Committee, and sponsored by the Permanent Missions of the Republic of Korea, the Portuguese Republic, the Republic of Senegal, the Republic of Indonesia, and the United Mexican States to the United Nations. The event was enriched through collaboration wi

Former United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon once said that a Global Citizen is any individual who can “look beyond the national boundaries and act in solidarity.” This Fall, new schools and countries are joining the IVECA program for the first time, bringing with them fresh perspectives and unique experiences. These students are collectively taking their first steps toward understanding the world beyond their own border and becoming true global citizens. For many stu

What does it mean to “think positive” in a world full of challenges? And how can young people from opposite sides of the globe shine...

IVECA students from Colombia and South Korea participated in Live Class this week, joining from opposite sides of the world on June 12 to...

Each year on May 16, the United Nations marks the International Day of Living Together in Peace with a reminder of the global commitment...

The Spring 2025 semester has officially begun—and with it, a new wave of introductions, emojis, and curiosity is flooding IVECA’s virtual...

This semester, IVECA International Virtual Schooling has successfully hosted dynamic teacher professional development sessions,...

Mahatma Gandhi once said, “ It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver. ” This timeless wisdom reminds us that...

Each year on November 16, the world comes together to celebrate the International Day for Tolerance, a day that underscores the...

IVECA International Virtual Schooling proudly embarks on its Spring Semester, welcoming students from over fifteen schools across diverse...

UNESCO and the Group of Friends for Education and Lifelong Learning are organizing a high-level panel on Learning for Lasting Peace on...

On December 11th and 20th, high school students in the United States and South Korea virtually assembled to discuss the theme of the...

Students from the United States and South Korea took part in profound and enlightening discussions during their IVECA Live Classes on...

Coming together in two Live Classes on November 21 and December 12, partner schools in Sri Lanka and China, as well as South Korea and...

In an era where technology has made the world a smaller place, two elementary school classes from opposite ends of the globe embarked on...