Global Voices-ArtLink
Bringing students together through art and virtual dialogue to inspire global awareness and cross-cultural understanding.
Welcome to Global Voices-Artlink highlights!
Cycle 2 launches in January 2026!
“Your [program] should be a part of every school’s curriculum if you ask me! The lessons my students learn each year are invaluable.”
– GV-ArtLink Teacher, USA
“… because of [GV-ArtLink], 70 children have now broadened their perspectives in ways that I didn’t think possible!”
– GV-ArtLink Teacher, USA
“Thank you…for providing children across the world with this amazing opportunity to connect, learn about each other, and build bridges of hope.”
– GV-ArtLink Teacher, USA
“I have learned how this program can connect students’ thoughts and ideas. It opens their minds to look at their world from a different angle.”
– GV-ArtLink Teacher, Jordan
For Students & Teachers
For Students & Teachers
Students will collaborate with international partners to:
- Explore how art expresses stories, culture, and values
- Create and exchange artworks inspired by their own lives
- Reflect on each other’s stories and gain cross-cultural insights
- Connect in Intercultural Videoconference (IVC) to discuss their art and shared values
- Optional opportunity to share personal artifacts in an introductory IVC
Teachers will be supported every step of the way:
- Beginning with a “Teacher-to-Teacher” video call to meet, share about their schools, and plan the program.
- Providing training, ready-to-use lesson plans, and fully facilitated videoconferences.
- Connecting educators worldwide through WhatsApp and EducatorsConnect events.
Meet Annette
Meet Annette
The Impact of the IVC Experience
You and your students will take part in an Intercultural Video Conference (IVC) a live, interactive exchange where classrooms connect across borders to share art, ideas, and perspectives.
Through these meaningful conversations, students not only discuss their creative work but also build global awareness, empathy, and communication skills that extend far beyond the classroom.
Please enjoy this short preview of IVCs in action.
Each IVC is fully facilitated by the Creative Connections team to ensure a smooth, engaging, and impactful experience for everyone involved.
Learn more about IVC options on the application.
We invite you to experience the impact of our program in our current international student art exhibit, featuring artwork by students from Bridgeport, CT and Ukraine. On display now through April 2026.
Visit the program page to learn more about our award-winning program.
Teachers can fill out an inquiry to hear from a CC team member.
This is a competitive cycle. Only 50 applications will be accepted. Apply now!
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