The best way to understand a different culture is to immerse yourself in it. Apply to be part of the Cultural Immersion project experience in Puerto Rico. You will build multicultural skills and understanding, as well as an increased ability to communicate in the increasingly diverse society that we live in. You will experience both the Old San Juan urban area as well as life in the remote mountain town of Castañer. We will also be working with 4-H youth from Puerto Rico in joint service projects.
Teens ages 15-19 (as of date of trip) are eligible for this 8-day service-learning experience. The cost of the experience is $500 plus airfare (est. $600). Limited scholarship funds are also available.
Who: Teens ages 15-19 (by the date of the trip)
Where: Puerto Rico (San Juan and mountain village of Castañer)
When: November 23 – December 1, 2021
Application Deadline: August 10th, 2021
Cost: $500 plus airfare — (Approximately $600) – Includes most meals, program fees, overnight lodging and transportation
To apply, please complete the application and return it to the address on the application: 2021 Cross Cultural Immersion Application – Puerto Rico