INNOVATION enables adaptability, competitive advantage, continuous improvement, problem-solving. t drives success and resilience in a rapidly changing world.

LEARNING fosters personal and professional growth, and improves skills and knowledge. It empowers individuals and organizations to thrive in dynamic environments and stay ahead in their fields.

ACCEPTANCE promotes inclusivity, empathy, and respect for others' differences and perspectives. It encourages people to feel valued and understood, fostering collaboration and mutual growth.

SUPPORT cultivates teamwork, boosts morale, and empowers individuals to achieve their potential. It creates a positive and caring environment, where everyone feels encouraged.

The four pillars of innovation, learning, acceptance, and support are fundamental cornerstones that pave the way for progress and positive change in society. Innovation fuels advancement, propelling us forward through creativity and problem-solving, leading to groundbreaking discoveries and transformative technologies that shape our future. Learning, as a lifelong pursuit, empowers individuals with knowledge, critical thinking, and adaptability, enabling them to navigate the complexities of a rapidly evolving world. Acceptance nurtures inclusivity and understanding, breaking down barriers of prejudice and fostering a compassionate and harmonious society where diverse perspectives thrive. Lastly, support provides the foundation for personal growth and collective achievement, uplifting individuals and communities to reach their full potential and contributing to a stronger, interconnected global community. Embracing these principles fosters a culture of progress and human flourishing, empowering individuals to create a brighter, more equitable, and inclusive world for generations to come.

At our core, our mission is to educate and nurture youth, preparing them for lives of leadership and purposeful contribution to the world. We believe in the transformative power of innovation, learning, acceptance and support, where youth are exposed to diverse perspectives, new ideas, and ways of understanding, embarking on a journey of intellectual and social transformation. By fostering creativity and advancing fundamental knowledge, we aim to empower our members to accelerate solutions and amplify their impact on society. Our commitment to excellence in research, education, preservation, and practice reflects our dedication to improving the world today and for future generations. As we encourage aspiring leaders worldwide, our vision is to cultivate citizen-leaders who serve all sectors of society, making a lasting difference in their communities and beyond.

I-Las equips youth to transfer their knowledge and skills in authentic settings, over a lifetime.

CRITICAL THINKERS  - 

• Develop ideas and construct arguments by questioning, evaluating, synthesizing, and considering perspective 

• Consider multiple approaches and perspectives to evaluate decisions 

• Ask relevant, discerning questions to stimulate reflection 

• Evaluate evidence and sources to support arguments and conclusions 

• Synthesize and apply new understanding to a variety of contexts

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATORS - 

• Advocate for self, others, and ideas in more than one language by listening, responding, and articulating through multiple media

• Use appropriate listening skills to integrate information across contexts 

• Respond to emotions in self and in others 

• Articulate ideas with exceptional clarity 

• Select an appropriate medium/a to communicate with an audience

SKILLFUL COLLABORATORS - 

• Help teams innovate outcomes to achieve a goal by holding themselves and others accountable, contributing in productive ways, and sustaining respectful interactions

• Hold themselves and others accountable for team agreements

• Build on the perspectives and contributions of others 

• Develop and implement appropriate strategies to manage interactions

CREATIVE LEARNERS - 

• Engage their imaginations to generate novel ideas, demonstrate flexible thinking, evaluate approaches, and take action

• Use their imagination to generate novel ideas

• Demonstrate flexible thinking 

• Use strategies to evaluate the creative process 

• Execute ideas with exceptional clarity and effectiveness

ETHICAL GLOBAL CITIZENS - 

• Take action based on informed decisions filtered through empathy, integrity, sustainability, and social justice

• Acknowledge and respect perspectives and cultures with consideration and care  

• Take action with sincerity and honesty 

• Make decisions and take actions to impact sustainability significantly

• Engage in authentic opportunities to impact others positively

We believe that:

• Embracing diversity enriches individuals and communities

• Acts of compassion and generosity of spirit create a better world

• When individuals take responsibility for their own decisions, they are empowered to make positive impact

• Each individual has intrinsic value and the potential to contribute to society

• Collaboration is key to overcoming complex challenges and achieving common goals

• Integrity is the foundation of enduring relationships, quality institutions and well-functioning communities

• As global citizens we have a duty to care for the earth and its inhabitants to ensure the well-being of humankind

• Creativity, critical thinking and a lifelong passion for learning are essential to personal fulfillment and to meet the challenges of the future.