AFSC - American Friends Service Committee: Mexico Summer Project
The Mexico Summer Project brings together young people from different countries for seven weeks of intercultural exchange, service work, and reflective learning among the indigenous communities of rural Mexico. Projects include a sustainable development project, but also devote time to cultural exchange, including participation in cooking, arts, music, language workshops and other interactive, cultural activities.
Listing Details
Organization Name
AFSC - American Friends Service Committee
Organization Mandate
This AFSC community works to transform conditions and relationships both in the world and in oneself.
Address
1501 Cherry Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States, 19102
Telephone
(1) 215 241-7000
Non-profit organization?
Yes
Countries
Regions
Duration
1-3 months
Age (min)
18
Age (max)
26
Price range
under $1000, $1001-$2500
Price incluces
Accommodation, Meals
Application process and requirements
This project will appeal to volunteers who are proficient in Spanish and have an interest in volunteering in a remote Mexican village setting. You must be physically able to meet the demands of the project. Please note, a pre-project physical examination is required. Application information is available online.
Language
Spanish
Participants must be proficient in Spanish.
Funding information
Scholarships are available for those with demonstrated financial need.
Student status required?
No
Qualifications required
None