"Cultivating leadership, confidence, and career readiness in young men ages 13-21 with an international focus"

OVERVIEW

When is the application period?

The application period will open February 3 and close March 1st. This year's program will run from April to early fall.

Who do I contact if I have additional questions?

Questions may be emailed to educationandexchange@iabpia.org

OUR MISSION

OUR MISSION

The Boys to Men Program empowers young men aged 13-21 by providing opportunities for personal growth, professional development, and meaningful connections. Designed to inspire curiosity about the intersection of international affairs and economic development, the program nurtures the potential to contribute to global solutions.

Through building character, confidence, and critical thinking skills, participants are equipped with the tools needed for success. The program fosters global citizenship and college readiness, helping young men develop the knowledge, mentorship, and experiences to become future leaders in diplomacy, policy, and international development.

• Leadership Training: Workshops focusing on respect, responsibility, and relationship building.
• Briefing Series: Guide participants in shaping their projects while fostering mentorship and networking opportunities.
• Critical Thinking: Exploring how international affairs influence daily life and future opportunities.
• Entrepreneurship in Foreign Policy: Understanding how entrepreneurship addresses global challenges.
• Path to Politics: Discussing how political leaders solve local and global issues through diplomacy and leadership.

SPEAKER SCHEDULE AND TOPICS

• April: Seeds of Change: Entrepreneurship, Food Security, and Community Empowerment with the Co-founder of Ben’s Chili Bowl.

• May: Haiti at a Crossroads: Navigating Conflict, Crises, and the Path to Resilience with the Founder of Haiti Policy House.

• June: From Global to Local: Bridging Food Crises at Home and Abroad with a Carnegie Fellow.

• July: Path to Politics Pt.1: Building Leadership and Diplomacy Skills with a U.S. House of Representatives member.

• August: Path to Politics Pt. 2: Building Leadership and Diplomacy Skills with a U.S. House of Representatives member.

• September: Graduation and Capstone Showcase: Solutions for a Global Challenge featuring a special guest speaker.