Description:
Women's leadership training program, promotion and protection of human rights among maquiladora workers, advocacy program and the micro-credit program.
Highlights:
The beautiful city of Granada, located on Lake Nicaragua, retains its colonial charm. There is much to see and do in this region, and there aren't many tourists to spoil the experience.
Qualifications / Skills Needed:
Strong Spanish language skills.
Language:
Spanish
Cost in US$: Varies by duration. Contact us for details.
Cost Includes:
In-country orientation/Training,
In-country staff support,
Registration fees
and Written materials pre-departure
Experience Required: no
Typical Volunteer Projects:
human rights,
marketing
and women
Typical Volunteer: There is no typical ELI volunteer. We work with people from all over the world and a variety of backgrounds. ELI has placed volunteers ranging in age from 18-81. Successful volunteers are flexible, upbeat, energetic, and inquisitive.
Age Range: 18 and up
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
This Program is also open to
Couples and Individuals.
Typical Living Arrangement:
Home-stays
Participants Travel to Nicaragua
Independently
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Application Process Involves:
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
- Other
- Resume
ELI-Experiential Learning International's Mission Statement: ELI's full name, Experiential Learning International, reflects our philosophy. We believe that the most compelling life lessons come through experience, and that international experiences are among the most profound influences on our sense of self and our view of the world. ELI facilitates flexible international learning programs for independent travelers by partnering with local organizations to give participants the opportunity to experience and contribute to sustainable ongoing local projects throughout the world.
Year Founded: 2001