All About JA Global Orientation
JA Global Orientation (JA GO) by JA University is JA Worldwide’s global onboarding and orientation experience, designed to welcome staff, new and old, into our mission, vision, values, and worldwide community. Through a month-long series of live interactive sessions, JA GO connects colleagues across regions, introduces key strategies, and fosters cohort connections that last beyond the program. It’s not only an introduction to what we do—but also how we work together as one global team.
JA GO Leaders
Erin Sawyer, Chief People Development Officer, JA Worldwide
Jeff Hittner, Consultant, JA Worldwide
Staff feedback from a recent cohort
“I want to express my gratitude for the insightful global orientation, which allowed me to appreciate each area and the individuals behind these challenges. Particularly, I found the IPS and impact score sessions valuable. My favorite aspect was the opportunity to connect with participants from around the world in the break rooms. It was enriching to meet and learn from such a diverse group of colleagues.”
“Some of the most valuable onboarding I have ever done. Thanks!”
“JA GO is perfect. I hope it happens often.”
“What stood out the most was the opportunity to connect with other JA staff from around the world to celebrate how we are all doing the same things . . . but in unique ways.”
JA GO Session Library
September–October 2025 JA GO
Session 1: JA Strategic Plan
JA GO Kickoff
JA staff members got to learn about the JA Worldwide Strategic Plan. They got to connect and know one-another with Open Mics and JA Speed Dating.
Watch the session recording (Passcode: .BW8m!0B)
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Session 2: Introduction to Information Security
Cybersecurity
As a global organization, risks of security breaches are particularly big. JA staff members got to learn strategies to improve JA's own defenses: from password protection to phishing campaigns to watch out for.
Watch the session recording (Passcode: n?4!!t9.)
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Session 3: JA Theory of Change & Educational Initiatives
Change & Education
Learn about our research-based Theory of Change and the key education initiatives JA is invested in around the globe.
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Session 4: JA Brand
Watch the session recording (Passcode: 8R?U7c&L)
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Session 5: Learning Experiences and Impact Score
Watch the session recording (Passcode: yz0r7un*)
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