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.

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Countries

Requirements

Duration
  • 1-3 months
Minimum age
18
Maximum age
26
Student status required
No
Qualifications required
  • None
Languages
Language notes
Participants must be proficient in Spanish.
Application process
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.

Pricing

Price range
  • under $1000
  • $1001-$2500
Price includes
  • Accommodation
  • Meals

Organization details

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