GCA BOARD MEMBER TRAVELS TO SOUTH AFRICA

David Gallegos, a member of the GCA Board of Directors, is traveling to South Africa on March 17 to experience our transformative programs in person! For the next few weeks, follow along as David documents his journey to Camp Sizanani.

On Tuesday, March 17th, 2026, I’m embarking on a three-week immersion in South Africa alongside Global Camps Africa and Camp Sizanani Life Skills.

I have been privileged to visit South Africa before, but this return will be a profoundly different experience. I’m not arriving as a traveler; I’m returning as a volunteer, a board member, and a champion for an incredible mission to elevate vulnerable youth.

My journey will take me from the vibrant energy of youth clubs in the townships of the City of Johannesburg to strategic meetings with leaders in the City of Cape Town to discuss expanding our impact. The heartbeat of the trip, however, will be my time at Camp Sizanani, serving as an international counselor and working directly alongside the children and staff who bring this vision to life.

Global Camps Africa equips young people with the essential life skills, confidence, and mentorship they need to lead healthy, empowered lives. It’s more than just a camp; it’s a safe haven where these children discover their own potential and begin to rewrite their futures.

I am thrilled to learn from the communities we serve and to witness the programs in action. Travel changes you, but I believe service transforms you. Over the coming weeks, I’ll be sharing a window into this journey - illuminating the resilient communities, the powerful moments of connection, and the hope being built on the ground. I can’t wait to bring you all along for this transformative journey.

Stay tuned for moments, stories, and the powerful work happening on the ground.