Tilting Futures

Venture beyond the narrow scripted path with Tilting Futures logo— we’re turning the “gap year” on its head.
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Tilting Futures collaborating on a science experiment
Four Tilting Futures participants collaborating in a recording studio
A Tilting Futures participant walking and looking over a vista
Two Tilting Futures participants hugging and laughing

Tilting Futures is a nonprofit that teaches the tools of personal transformation and global orientation to those seeking change in themselves—and the world around them.

02 WHERE WE GO

Explore new places to grow and learn in new ways

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Human Rights

Host Country: Cape Town, South Africa

Join students with your passion for Human Rights from all over the world for a semester of immersive learning in Cape Town that will challenge you, transform you, and unveil what you’re truly capable of.

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Environment & Sustainability

Host Country: George Town, Malaysia

Be at the forefront of environmental and sustainability efforts while living in a vibrant, multicultural city. You’ll work side-by-side with organizations advancing sustainability, protecting nature, and building climate-resilient communities.

Upcoming Terms: August 2025

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Tilting Futures participants having a lively conversation in a group setting
Tilting Futures participants lying on the ground and gazing up at the sky
Students working in a garden at Tilting Futures gap year immersive learning program
Students laughing together in a library at Tilting Futures gap year immersive learning program
Tilting Futures participants stopping for a selfie during a hike

At Tilting Futures we believe in an optimistic world ahead. Why? Because our students are global changemakers. For more than a decade we’ve worked with 2,700+ young people from 100+ countries to equip them with the tools needed to create change in themselves and the world around them. We’ve watched them take on challenges and emerge transformed with purpose that amplifies the next phase of their lives and shifts the trajectory of their future.

03 EXPERIENCE THE TILT

Emerge transformed with reinvigorated purpose

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of Tilters said they can better relate to people of different races, nations, and religions

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of Tilters said they became more hopeful about the future

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of Tilters feel better prepared to make the most of higher education

Don’t just adapt to the future — tilt it.

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Your Future Starts Here:
Apply for the 2025 Accelerator Program in Cape Town,
South Africa!

Applications close January 24th, 2025—don’t wait!

Experience the ultimate blend of academics and a real-world internship with this 9-week program.

Spots are limited.
Join us in Cape Town to transform your education and career!