About GATE
Global Awareness for Travelers
GATE
a Center for Global Awareness Program
The Center for Global Awareness, an educational nonprofit organization, offers three programs: Global Awareness for Educators, globally-focused books and educational resources for educators and students grade 9-university; GATHER, Global Awareness Through Engaged Reflection, a study and conversation program for self-organizing groups of lifelong learners; and its latest program GATE, Global Awareness for Travelers, an educational travel program providing ways in which travelers can study and practice global awareness through their travels.
Hama Water Wheel, Syria, photo, Denise Ames
Global Awareness for Travelers (GATE) …
is a non-profit, educational travel program created by world historian, veteran educator, and world traveler Dr. Denise R. Ames. The mission of GATE is providing ways to enhance global awareness—understanding our place in the world and our relationships with others—for engaged and culturally-curious travelers who are seeking deep, reflective, and purpose-oriented travel experiences.
Arabian Horses, riders in traditional dress, Qatar, photo Denise Ames
The importance of enhancing global awareness for travelers…
Our species is at a critical juncture in our long human history. Although many of us have a comfortable standard of living and can afford travel, we may feel unprepared to venture forth or reluctant to indulge in what is often considered a self-indulgent activity.
Dr. Ames, however, makes the case that learning about the world and our place in it is a vital endeavor for people living in democratic countries. Travel in thoughtful and inquisitive ways adds to our knowledge and understanding about the world and contributes to making informed decisions about important matters. After our travels, it is crucial to share our newfound wisdom and experiences with others.
In response to the need for purposeful travel, Dr. Ames has created GATE to provide ways to enhance our global awareness, which can help us make sense of these tumultuous and challenging times.
Confucian ceremony in South Korea, photo Denise Ames