Location
  • Mexico
Length
6 weeks
Need-based funding, 529 Plan eligibility
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Program Details

Language
Spanish
Age Min.
15
Age Max
22
Timeframe
Summer
Housing
Host Family

Pricing

What's Included
Accommodation Activities Airfare Meals Transportation
Feb 05, 2019
May 09, 2018
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About Program

Put your social media skills to good use in the Yucatan! As you learn all about how Mayan and Mexican culture intermingle in this sunny peninsula, you'll work with partner agencies to document the work that they are doing in communities, while also capturing your own story. Sleep in a hammock and enjoy the delicious Yucatecan cuisine as you immerse yourself in community life.

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Program Highlights

  • Live like a local with a host family
  • Collaborate with local organizations on a community project
  • Lead daily activities for local youth
  • Improve your Spanish
  • Experience authentic cultural immersion

Program Reviews

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Sidney
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best thing to ever happen to me

Amigos insured that I grew up the day I left Mexico. My host family and community were the most influential people of my life. To this day everything I do I think of them, how I can make them proud, my privilege and when can I return. Our project although challenging was the point of growth for me. I can not explain further the depth and impact this experience has had on me but I do recommend it to those who are willing to respect the amazing culture that exist in Yucatan. We have to preserve and conserve it.

What would you improve about this program?
Unfortunately I always felt that I had a more damaging impact on the community then a positive one. They completely changed me positively and I just wish we could provide the same substance.
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