Glasswing’s 10th Annual Benefit Gala was our biggest ever, with 450 people coming together to create lasting change. Together, we raised $1.3 million for children, youth, and families, increasing access to our education, health, and youth-empowerment programs in 15 countries. On World Mental Health Day, we were honored to celebrate Gala Honoree Valentina Ferrer, who […]

What is a book you think everyone should read? That’s one of our favorite questions to ask. It opens up worlds, inviting us into people’s imaginations, histories, values, and beliefs. It reminds us of the power of reading to build empathy and deepen understanding.  We recently asked our fellow Glasswingers that question and were amazed […]

“Before, I felt sad that I could not read well. Now I like to read stories. I read them to my little sister so she can sleep.” — Student in a Remedial Club, Honduras According to a report from the Inter-American Development Bank, 75% of 15-year-old students in Latin America lack basic math skills, and […]

More than 400 attendees from 37 countries and approximately 20 panelists came together on May 30, 2024, for Glasswing’s fourth annual Mental Health Conference. The conference, in partnership with Catalyst 2030 and USAID, was an opportunity to explore the theme of “Scaling Mental Health and Bridging Innovations.” Panelists shared expertise and experiences during six panels […]

In May, we celebrated the 2024 launch of Solve for Tomorrow, a program from Samsung Electronics.  Solve for Tomorrow is a global Samsung program that invites students to use their science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) skills to make a difference in their communities. It provides a platform for youth to transform innovative ideas into […]

New York, June 17, 2024 – This past Saturday, Valentina Ferrer, KAPOWDER co-founder, model, and entrepreneur, and music superstar J Balvin joined Glasswing International at the Hard Rock Hotel to celebrate the achievements of over 200 New York City high school students. Valentina volunteers with Glasswing’s youth programs in New York City, helping to develop […]

We are thrilled to share an announcement from Karol G’s Con Cora Foundation! We are grateful for their partnership, commitment to increasing access to mental health, and dedication to empowering girls and women. KAROL G’S CON CORA FOUNDATION DONATES SPACE TO PROMOTE MENTAL HEALTH IN LATIN AMERICAN SCHOOLS MIAMI (May 8, 2024) – Global artist […]

When it comes to mental health, there’s no “one size fits all” approach to healing. Everyone has their own story, with a unique combination of values, beliefs, challenges, thoughts, and goals. Because every person is unique, so are our pathways for healing. For some, “healing” means taking time every day to meditate. That’s how they […]

The Spanish name for the glasswing butterfly is “espejitos”: little mirrors. Just like the reflection in a mirror, the progress we have achieved in the past 17 years is a reflection.  It reflects the vibrant communities we work in, where young people and local change-makers are leading their own transformations.  It reflects the tireless determination […]

Glasswing recently held a regional summit, “Working Together for Mental Health,” to discuss progress and plans for Glasswing’s flagship mental health program, SanaMente. The program is now in its third year of implementation, with support from The Audacious Project. Through SanaMente, Glasswing trains frontline workers in Latin America—including teachers and school staff, healthcare personnel, and […]