Past FindingLife expeditions and campaigns have enabled Canadian students to raise money for a well in Kathmandu, classrooms in Kenya, an orphanage in India and most recently a new school in the village of Banakhu after the recent Earthquake on April 25th, 2015 where over 10,000 people lost their lives.
Students participate in real experiences, learn from inspiring adventurers and are able to connect with communities and cultures in various parts of the world. They’re able to put into practice characteristics such as empathy, optimism, teamwork, cooperation, perseverance and determination. FindingLife not only inspires students, but also engages teachers, entire faculties, parents and communities at large.
One of FindingLife’s highlights was an interactive adventure to the summit of Mt. Everest where 20, 000 Canadian school children followed daily from the safety of their classrooms. Founder and filmmaker, Elia Saikaly filmed every step of the journey and shared it all in real-time from the slopes of the highest mountain on Earth. Students were able to communicate live and participate in the learning adventure.
FindingLife’s mission is to inspire positive change in Canadian youth by bringing the world into their classrooms. Educate. Inspire. Empower.
