Visitors from five countries in South East Asia visited Montana last week to learn about best practices in rural education and preserving the cultural background of minority groups in multi-ethnic societies. Our visitors visited schools in Helena, Arlee, St. Ignatius, Pablo, and Polson. Although they were initially uncomfortable in the Read more…
This past summer I had the special privilege to host two Iraqi high school aged students here in the United States on the Iraqi Youth Leadership Exchange Program. These two boys, Aran and Ali, were two of the most intelligent, funny and socially conscious young men I have had the Read more…
It was a cold winter afternoon when we got the news – WorldMontana had been chosen to host a group of Iraqi high school students during their visit to Helena MT the following summer. We were ecstatic! But there was a lot of work that needed to be done. Hosts Read more…
WorldMontana® will soon host a group of young Iraqi leaders here in Helena. These students will be staying with families here in town as they learn about life in Montana and in particularly our love for the outdoors and our natural resources. WorldMontana® ‘s friends at Plymouth Congregational Church sponsor Read more…
It’s the end of an era at WorldMontana®. This past weekend at the WorldMontana® annual board meeting, Ron Lukenbill, our fearless and passionate leader stepped down from the Board of Directors to take on a more ancillary role within the organization. Termed the “bearded energizer bunny” by his staff and Read more…
Host a Student from Iraq/Mexico this summer! Seeking host families for Iraqi students: July 9-23 Seeking host families for Mexican students: July 18-30 We are looking for families to host the youth for the 14 days they will be visiting Helena. In order to be a home stay family all Read more…
Annual Meeting for World Montana Members Dear members, supporters, and friends of World Montana, We invite you to join us for our annual meeting and celebration at Carroll College in Helena, MT on Saturday , April 16th. We will begin with a 2 pm tour of the new office and Read more…
Our very own Joe Acosta followed Indonesian delegates that visited Carroll College in late March to discuss ways to combat human trafficking both in their home country and in America. The following video was compiled from interviews of the delegates and local officials who met with the Indonesians. discussing ways Read more…
Give Local Helena Campaign On May 5th WorldMontana will be participating in the give local Helena campaign. This is a 24 hour fundraiser located in Helena, Montana trying to raise awareness of local Helena non profits. The goal is to get more support for WorldMontana so we can continue providing Read more…
World Montana Interview Our very own Joseph Acosta interviewed Faiza Shafqat about her life in Pakistan, coming to America for college, and her goals and aspirations. Born in Pakistan, Faiza is coming to America for a student exchange program. Interested in what she has to say about her time at Read more…