I would like to travel to Africa to learn more about my roots

Star Goodall Start Date: Sep 11, 2025 - End Date: Jun 10, 2026
  • Africa, Guadalupe, Zacatecas, Mexico

My Travel Story

by: Star Goodall Start Date: Sep 11, 2025 - End Date: Jun 10, 2026
I am seeking the transformative opportunity to travel to Africa to immerse myself in the roots of my heritage. This journey is more than a trip; it’s a profound chance to deepen my understanding of where I come from, strengthen my identity, and bring that knowledge back to enrich my community.. Growing up in the United States, my connection to my ancestral culture has often been filtered through secondhand accounts, textbooks, and celebrations from afar. While I am grateful for these, they cannot replace the power of standing on the soil of my ancestors, hearing the languages spoken in their native cadence, and experiencing traditions in their original context. This journey represents a long-awaited homecoming — an opportunity to reclaim a personal and collective history that has been fragmented over generations. Selecting me for this experience means investing in a ripple effect of cultural pride, education, and unity. I am eager to honor my ancestors, strengthen my identity, and return empowered to uplift others with the knowledge and connections I gain. This is more than a trip — it is a legacy in motion.
  • Africa, Guadalupe, Zacatecas, Mexico