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May 23rd - 25th, 2026

Design Thinking For Global Citizens

One weekend. Design. Create. Impact.

South Beach, Miami, FL

What’s in Store for You?

Join 25 high school students for an unforgettable three-day learning experience in vibrant Miami. Through dynamic workshops, design sprints, and creative collaboration, you’ll explore how Design Thinking can help solve real-world challenges with global impact. Work side-by-side with peers who care about the planet and its people. Guided by Scott Helfgott, a global learning expert and Design Thinking educator, you’ll move from empathy to action, discovering how creativity, cultural awareness, and collaboration can shape meaningful change.

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Scott Helfgott is an award-winning educator and Design Thinking expert whose workshops have inspired learners across the world. His work blends creativity, empathy, and global awareness — helping every student discover how to turn ideas into impact.

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Lily Fu is a lifelong educator and global innovator whose work spans between classrooms in Asia and leadership roles at Harvard  and MIT. The founder of Smiley Bridge, she designs human-centered experiences that empower students to turn ideas into meaningful impact.

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Logistics & Program Details

We offer two options for our students: Residential ($2,500) & Day ($1,200), depending on your geographic situation.

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Residential
Lunch
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Full 3-day Program
Breakfast & Dinner
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Key Benefits

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Develop design thinking skills to solve real-world global challenges

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Build global awareness through collaboration and cross-cultural learning

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Learn from leading educators in creativity and innovation

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Improve communication and teamwork through hands-on group projects

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Become part of a global network

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A fun, immersive weekend in Miami!

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Strengthen your presentation skills 

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Gain practical tools for problem-solving inspired by Stanford and IDEO

What's the Schedule?

Empathize & Define

  • Warm-up activities & team formation

  • Keynote by Scott Helfgott on Design Thinking for a Connected World

  • Interactive workshop: Empathy Mapping & Global Perspectives

  • Group discussion: “What Does It Mean to Be a Global Citizen?”

  • Evening Reflection & Networking Mixer

Empathy
Innovation
Leadership

Ready to Join the Inagural Batch? Apply Now!

Take the next step in your academic and professional journey by applying for this Design Sprint in Miami. Applications for our cohort are now open! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exclusive program.

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Frequently asked questions

    • 15-18 years old 

    • Strong background in STEM specifically programming or mechanical engineering

    • Letter of recommendation from science or math teacher

    • Previous semester transcript

    • Short essay (250 words)

    • Two interview rounds

    • 4 weeks

    • Artificial intelligence, robotics, sustainability themes within the context of city science/urban development.

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