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Summer 2005 Host Site Descriptions

San Marcos, Guatemala

Students lived and worked alongside Mayans in the Highlands of Guatemala performing various tasks. Primary work was focused on educating the indigenous community about sustainable agriculture. Students also planted trees and installed stoves in the homes of the local indigenous Mayans.

Istanbul, Turkey

Four students worked in Istanbul’s Spastic Children Foundation. The team assisted in classrooms with children suffering from cerebral palsy. They also attended an “Alternative Camp” (sports camp) in Bodrum with the children. Like the pioneer team established, the team visited a camp for children with Type One Diabetes.

Tampico, Mexico

Students planned multiple activities for English language learning at CASAN, a female home for troubled teens. They taught lessons on American culture, foods and nutrition, and other topics

Izamal, Mexico

Established in 1994, this was our 11th year to send students to Izamal, Mexico. Students worked at a summer day camp teaching educational lessons such as planting trees, sanitation, culture, English, and personal development.

Jacunda, Brazil

Students worked with project P.R.A.Y. in a small community in the Amazon. The team performed various tasks at the orphanage including childcare, facility maintenance, and building a shed and small garden. Some of the students helped in a medical clinic assisting with minor needs.

Gorno-Altaisk, Russia