CUSLAR - Opportunities in Latin America

Has programs in many Latin American countries and other countries around the world. 18+ are encouraged to volunteer and 12-17 need a chaperone. 1:3 chaperone/youth ratio required.

Sponsors guided tours along Arizona-Sonora (Mexico) border. Trips focus on refugee and immigration issues as well as U.S.-Mexico relations. Trips include 4 days in Tucson and 3 days in Mexico. In Tucson, participants meet with refugees, refugee assistance workers, community organizers, religious workers, and immigration officials. In Mexico participants visit a squatters community and talk with local church workers and community organizers and tour a U.S.-owned maquiladora. Costs: available upon contact. Airfare and personal expenses are not included.

Organizes numerous one to two week trips to Cuba each with specific focus; e.g. health care, film, religion, urban planning, etc. Due to U.S. Treasury Dept. restrictions, trips are limited to professionals in the field and journalists. Costs available upon contact.

Travel seminars for one to two weeks and undergraduate semesters abroad in a wide variety of Latin American countries. Costs are from $1000 and up including airfare. Some scholarships available.

Places spanish speakers in villages and with grassroots organizations in El Salvador. Also sends delegations of activists to observe current events and monitor peace process duration: 2 weeks. Cost: $1000-1300. In addition, each delegate is expected to raise $500 in material aid for projects on El Salvador.

Month long summer program in various countries working with local environmental projects. Has programs in Central America when requested by local groups.

Coalition of citizens and scientists working to sustain the environment. Sponsors 157 projects around the world. Expeditions for the general public are from 2-3 weeks. Costs are $800-2,500. Average is $1,300. Financial aid is available for students and teachers.

Ongoing interactive delegations for groups and individuals. Itineraries may include visits to: various churches, health care providers, rural areas, displaced people, human rights groups, mass media, etc. Costs: $340 for seminar, including orientation, ground transportation and translation; $300-550 airfare; $105 lodging and meals; $10 Visa; $10 Departure tax. Total: $755-1,000.

Alternative travel in Latin America; small, organized trips with specialists who have worked and lived in the areas to be visited. One to two week trips start at $2000 including airfare.

6-8 week assignments in the Caribbean working in community and cooperative development, industry administration, and management. Volunteers should have some overseas experience as well as experience teaching a technical skill. All expenses are paid and a small honorarium is offered.

Cuba travel seminars. 1-2 weeks. Each trip has different focus (i.e. women's groups,public health, Cuban politics, etc.). In addition to daytime group activities, there are informal evening sessions held mainly in Cuban homes. Costs range from $1200-1500 and include round trip airfare from Miami, double accommodations, visas, all transportation in Cuba, breakfast and dinner each day, and translation of talks and reading materials.

Mexico travel seminars. Several days to 2 weeks. Attend conferences and participate in "reality tours". Costs begin at $300 not including airfare.

Non-profit Christian housing ministry that builds and renovates low income housing in several countries in Latin America. Volunteer commitments range from one week to three years. Knowledge of human rights issues and organizations, research and writing skills, fluency in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and German, computer literacy, library skills (cataloguing and classification of documents), energy, maturity, willingness to do tedious tasks (photocopying, mass mailings, etc.), and typing skill are all recommended qualifications, but they are not necessary.

Hap-Nica (Humanitarian Assistance Project for Independent Agricultural Development in Nicaragua)*

Affiliated with the Guild House, this group of U.S. scientists and concerned citizens coordinate aid packages and assistance for agriculture to the campesinos of Nicaragua

Conducts ten- to twenty-one-day work camp tours in Bolivia, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Honduras, Guatemala, and Mexico. Groups help build facilities for HPI projects and learn about development issues though rural village life. Volunteers pay their own expenses, which usually range from $500 to $3,000.

The Network in Solidarity with the People of Honduras sponsors delegations to Honduras.

Volunteer projects in needy areas of Tijuana and Tecate for assistance with housing , food, education, medical and dental services, etc. Monthly, weekly, and one-day opportunities for service and friendship.

Organizes delegations to Nicaragua on a periodic basis. 10 days to 2 weeks. Also acts as an umbrella organization for many U.S. groups providing material aid to Nicaragua.

The Network in Solidarity with the People of Guatemala (NISGUA) promotes human rights in Guatemala and coordinates solidarity activity in the United States. Organizes delegations of activists to Guatemala who meet with trade unionists, peasant groups, and church and government representatives. Tours are open primarily to individuals active with Central American solidarity movements.

Non-violent, Gandhian peacemaking brigades in Guatemala; 3 week minimum commitment. 1 to 2 year terms in El Salvador for highly trained teachers in non-violence and non-violent actions; 6 month and longer terms for varied tasks in Guatemala, e.g. outreach, coordination of escort services for indigenous human rights activists, non-violence training. PBI pays living and working expenses.

Conducts "Border Witness" delegations on the U.S./Mexico border. Delegations visit refugee shelters, detention centers, poor colonias on both sides of the border, and maquiladora factories in Mexico. Delegates learn about such issues as free trade, political asylum for refugees, and health and environmental hazards along the Rio Grande. Delegates also meet with representatives of church and community groups who work with border residents to overcome poverty and oppression. Registration fee: $25-40 depending on number of people in delegation (min. 5 people). Tuition: $45/day (delegations may be scheduled for any length of time). Above mentioned prices are subject to change.

The Salvadoran Humanitarian Aid, Research, and Education Foundation serves and supports the empowerment of historically impoverished and marginalized Salvadoran communities, as they strive to both meet their most immediate needs and construct long-term, sustainable solutions to the problems of poverty. There is no placement program in Latin America, but they regularly send 1-2 week delegations. There are internships available in Washington, DC and San Francisco, as well as in El Salvador. These are all year long commitments.

A national, interfaith, pacifist organization dedicated to strengthening communication and collaboration between North and Latin American nonviolent movements. There are short term internships at the duration of three months available in Puerto Rico, Panama, Paraguay, Argentina, and Bolivia.

TFLAC also sponsors visits of U.S. activists to Latin America as a means of sharing experiences, building contacts, and strengthening the basis for future collaboration. North American Activists visit Latin America on a bi-annual basis and are hosted there by national chapters of the SERPAJ (Service for Peace and Justice) network.

Sponsors delegations in Latin America. Participants get to learn more about Latin America and the country in which the delegation is held each year. Costs must be paid by participant.

A hunger and poverty awareness program designed to provide opportunities for appropriate responses to human need. One-day or weekend hands-on experiences in Tijuana, Mexico and other areas. Trip includes visits to shantytowns, potential work-projects sites and community self development projects. The cost is $20 leaving from San Diego. Group rates are available. Six-day house building projects ate available in Tijuana, Mexico in association with Habitat for Humanity. Cost is $150 from San Diego. Total registration at $200. All participants must be ages 15 and up.

2-3 week projects in many countries in Latin America and the world doing hands on construction, agricultural and other cooperative work.

World Learning/US Experiment
PO Box 676, Kipling Road
Brattleboro VT 05302
toll free phone (within United States): 1 800 345 2929

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AmeriSpan Unlimited

P.O. Box 58129

Philadelphia, PA 19102-8129
Worldwide: (215) 751-1100

Fax: (215) 751-1986

USA: (800) 879-6640
www.amerispan.com

info@amerispan.com

Many different programs available in most Latin American countries and Spain.Programs geared towards adults 18+ but there are supervised programs for 12-17 and supervised or unsupervised programs for 16-18.

Business Hours: Monday-Friday, 10am-7pm

Association to Promote Intercultural Relations (ASPIRE)*

P.O. Box 1225

Brattleboro, VT 05302

(802) 348-7882

ASPIRE offers language programs in Cuernavaca at the Center for Bilingual Multicultural Studies,and in Oaxaca at the Instituto Cultural,for Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced level students. Classes: 3-4 hours a day of language instruction, and 1-2 hours a day of courses on aspects of Mexican culture. Participants are housed as borders with Mexican families (double room) found by the language schools. After the language portion of the program, the student will stay with a family in another region (of their choice) of Mexico, for one or two weeks.

Programs range from two weeks plus one-week homestay to four weeks with no homestay. Costs range from $800 to $1300. Fees include tuition, and room and board during homestay and study period. Fees do not include insurance, transportation, or hotel in Mexico City. Participating countries include Argentina, Chile, Ecuador, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, and Spain.

AYUSA

Organizational Headquarters
AYUSA International
2226 Bush Street
San Francisco, CA 94115

(800) 727-4540

www.ayusa.org
info@ayusa.org

AYUSA is a global youth exchange program that provides students with the chance to live and study abroad and in the U.S. This program is open to all high school students.

Casa Xelaju de Español

9a Calle 11-26

Zona 1

Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

011-502-242-3194

One-on-one Spanish instruction with social responsibility in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala. Program includes field trips to unions, human rights organizations, churches, rainforest parks, refugee camps, government offices, etc. Lectures on the social, economic, and political situation of Guatemala. Students live with local families. Graduate and undergraduate credit available.

Center for Cultural Interchange

17 North Second Avenue

St. Charles, IL 60174

(888)-ABROAD1

Fax: 630-377-2307

info@cci-exchange.com

www.cci-exchange.com

CCI's language school programs are generally for student 17+ but there are some exceptions. Many different countries are represented through CCI. See website for specific requirements.

CETALIC

Apdo. Postal 1-201

C.P. 62001

Cuernavaca, Morelos

Mexico

(73) 13-35-79

A non-profit language school integrating Mexican culture and the Latin American reality into their courses. Fees: Group Instruction, $115/ week; Private Instruction, $180 a week. Accommodations:With a Mexican family, $15/day shared room and board, $20/day private room and board; In apartment $10 a day (meals not included); Hotel $20-$30 a day (meals not included).

The Center of Languages and Latin American Studies

Suite 116

5666 La Jolla Blvd.

La Jolla, CA 92037

(619) 454-7990

A private Spanish language school in Ensenada, Mexico. Classes have a maximum of five students and are conducted by a native instructor. Classes include concentrated language instruction, social science and humanities studies and conferences on life in Mexico and Latin America. The program can be adopted for specific professional, social service, and religious training. Housing is with a local family. The program includes field trips and a language lab. Costs:registration fee $100; classes $125 week first two weeks $100 /week subsequent weeks; housing and meals $12-20/day depending on the situation and length of stay.

El Centro De Estudios de Español "Pop Wuj"

Apdo. Postal 68

Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

Phone: 011 502 618286

U.S. Contact: Risa Sokolsky (315) 587-9512

One-on one Spanish instruction that is personalized to suit the learner's need and ability. Instructors are native speakers, and the focus of the instruction is on Spanish conversation. In addition, students have an opportunity to get involved in community development projects while they are a part of this program. Fees range from $100-$150 per week, including classes and room and board, depending on time of year.

Centro de Idiomas*

Nueva Segovia, Ocotál

Nicaragua

e-mail: centro_nuevasegovia@yahoo.com

Offers Spanish classes, the opportunity to teach English, and many opportunities to intern in the community. Courses begin the first Monday of every month. Internships begin and end according to individual contracts. Semester and summer programs are available as well. Classes are offered at all levels. The Centro de Idiomas is a project of CRESP and has strong ties to the Ithaca community.

Centro Maya de Idiomas

3314 Sherwood Lane

Wichita Falls, TX 76308-1814

CIS (Centro de Intercambio y Solidaridad de El Salvador)
Boulevard Universitario, Casa #4
San Salvador, El Salvador, C.A.
Tel/Fax: 503/226-2623
E-Mail: cis@netcomsa.com

www.cis-elsalvador.org

Language school, delegations, internship opportunities. Strong progressive politics and commitment to community development and intercultural exchange.

CISPES*

Committee in Solidarity with the

People of El Salvador

Box 12156

Washington, DC 20005

(202) 265-0890

Sponsors Melida Anaya Montes language program in El Salvador. Program runs for 4 weeks. Classes are held five days a week in the mornings with political and cultural programs in the afternoons and weekends. Cost: $750 (includes classes, registration, housing, two meals a day plus transportation inside El Salvador). Price does not include airfare.

Escuela De Español La Paz

2a Calle 19-30, Zone 1

Apartado Postal 300

Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

Phone from U.S. 011-502-961-4253

U.S. Contact: Anne Bullock

1429 Lafayette NE

Albuquerque, NM 87106

(505) 266-1090

Escuela de Español La Paz is a non-profit education center which provides intensive one-on-one Spanish Language instruction in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala. Terms: Classes begin every Monday all year, and University credit can be arranged. Cost:$100 per week from September-May, $125 per week from June-August. Cost includes 5 hours of Spanish lessons daily with personal teacher, room and board with local family, social and educational activities and support for community projects. Social activities include discussions, lectures, trips to local villages and many more cultural activities.

Fenix Language Institute
Av. Cuauhtémoc # 500, Esquina Aquiles Serdan
Colonia El Empleado
CP 62250 Cuernavaca
Morelos, México
Tel./Fax: +52-777-3 13 77 86
fenixmexico@prodigy.net.mx

www.fenixmex.com

See website for requirements for applying to FLI.

Global Exchange*

2017 Mission St., Rm. 303

San Francisco, CA 94110

(415) 255-7296

E-mail: info@globalexchange.org

Web Page: www.globalexchange.org

Language schools in Havana, Cuba. Costs start at $250/month. These programs are available in two week and month long sessions.

I.C.A.(Instituto Central America)

1a.Calle 16-93, Zona 1

099001- Quetzaltenango,

Guatemala, C.A.

Tel & Fax 00-502-961-6786

U.S.A. phone- (402) 439-2943

Intensive Spanish language school. One teacher, one student classroom, five hours a day, five days a week. Students live are housed with Guatemalan families. Program also includes guided trips to nearby indigenous communities and opportunities for volunteer work. Fees range from $100-$150 per week, including classes and room and board, depending on time of year.

Institute for Central American Development Studies*

ICADS

Dept. 826

P.O. Box 025216

Miami, FL 33102

or ICADS

Apartado 3

Sabanilla

2070 San Jose Costa Rica

Phone: 011-506-225-0508

Fax 506-234-1337

email: icadscr@expresso.co.cr

Web Page: www.icad.scr.com

ICADS is a center for study, research, and analysis of Central American social and environmental issues. Intensive Spanish Language program in Costa Rica: five days a week, four and 1/2 hours a day, individual or small group (4 students max.) classes. Students live with Costa Rican family. Students also attend lectures on Central American culture, political issues, women's issues and environmental topics and participate in twice weekly field trips. It is usually possible to arrange for academic credit in home university. Cost: $950 for one month (10% discount after first month) includes: all classes, lectures, field trips, room with partial board (breakfast and dinner) with your Costa Rican family, and laundry service. Price does not include airfare.

Nicaragua Spanish Schools*

P.O. Box 20042

Santa Barbara, CA 93120

(800) 211-7393

E-mail: QZGF39A@prodigy.com

Web Page: pages.prodigy.net/nes-pmc

This school offers a total immersion program. Classes are four hours each day, Monday through Friday. The class size does not exceed 4 people. Students live with a family. The program fee includes three meals, class material included. There are low cost weekend excursions. This program also offers a special feature. Through "Trans-Nica," students can travel across Nicaragua, participating in different schools, however at least one week minimum stay in each school is required. Transportation is provided. One week costs $230, two weeks $420, three weeks $580, and four weeks at $750.

Proyecto Lingüístico Francisco Marroquin

4 Avenida Sur 4

Apartado 237

Antigua, Guatemala

320-406

Offers seven hours of individual Spanish instruction a day with homestay. The length of stay is determined by the student, who can study beginning or intermediate Spanish. It is necessary to make advanced reservations. Contact the project for more information.

Proyecto Lingüístico Quetzalteco de Español*

Apdo.114

Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

210 E. Hamilton Ave., Apt #23

State College, PA 16801

A non-profit educational collective in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, with one-on-one Spanish language instruction, homestays, and local tours. Emphasis on history and socio-economic problems of Guatemala.

Spanish Education for Women

P.O. Box 29338

Washington, DC 20017

(202) 635-3118

Spanish Education for Women offers six weeks of intensive Spanish language instruction in Guadalajara, Mexico. The learning groups are made up of three to four students. This program is aimed to help women who want to learn Spanish and who work in education, health, ministry, justice and peace, social service and other areas. The student lives with a local family, and participates in the local religious community. Write for more information and an application.

Universidad Iberoamericana*

Dirección de Programas para Estudiantes Extranjeros

Prolongación Paseo de la Reforma 880

Col. Lomas de Santa Fe

Deleg. Alvaro Obregón

01210 México, D.F.

Telephone: (525) 292-1883
Fax: (525) 292-1266

E-mail: Director María-Eugenia Castroeugenio.castro@uia.mx

E-mail: Program Info. Mary Coronamary.corona@uia.mx

Located in Mexico City, UI has over 10,000 students and approximately 1,200 faculty. Credit can usually be arranged through students home college advisor. Junior year abroad students may enroll in any classes listed in the UI study abroad catalogue or, in addition, can choose their courses from any of those taught within the University departments provided they have a high level of Spanish. Housing is generally with private Mexican families. Programs offered: Six week summer program (cost: approximately $1,975, including classes and housing), Intensive Spanish Summer program Four-week session (cost: $1,570, including housing and meals) Six-week session (cost $2,205, including housing and meals) Junior Year Spanish Immersion Program (cost per semester: approximately $3,595, including housing)

VENUSA Institute of International Studies & Modern Languages*

10442 Taft Street

Pembroke Pines, Florida 33026

(305) 433-4091

Study abroad opportunities available in Venezuela. Offers many courses in Spanish, Latin American Studies, International Business, Agriculture, and others. One semester of study costs $4,500, and summer $2,500 (includes room and board, classes and round trip airfare from Miami.

World Learning/US Experiment
PO Box 676, Kipling Road
Brattleboro VT 05302
toll free phone (within USA): 1 800 345 2929

(802) 257-7751

fax: 1 802 258 3248

info@worldlearning.org

US Experiment: eil@worldlearning.org
www.usexperiment.org

Various programs. See website for more info.

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AmeriSpan Unlimited

P.O. Box 58129

Philadelphia, PA 19102-8129
Worldwide: (215) 751-1100

Fax: (215) 751-1986

USA: (800) 879-6640
WWW: www.amerispan.com

E-mail: info@amerispan.com

Business Hours:Mon-Fri:10am-7pm

Amigos de las Americas *

5618 Star Lane

Houston, TX 77057

(800) 231-7796

4-8 week summer environmental public health program that trains and places young people in Latin America; supervised preliminary independent study course for out-of-area applicants. Cost is between $2300-2800. Fundraising is encouraged and some scholarships are available.

AYUSA

Organizational Headquarters
AYUSA International
2226 Bush Street
San Francisco, CA 94115

(800)727-4540

www.ayusa.org
info@ayusa.org

AYUSA is a global youth exchange program that provides students with the chance to live and study abroad and in the U.S. This program is open to all high school students.

Center for Cultural Interchange

17 North Second Avenue

St. Charles, IL 60174

(888)-ABROAD1

Fax: 630-377-2307

info@cci-exchange.com

www.cci-exchange.com

CCI has programs for high school and college students and independent homestay programs for many ages. All abroad programs require intermediate to advance knowledge of host language. See website for further requirements regarding academic records, etc.

The Center for Global Education *

Augsburg College

731 21st Avenue South

Minneapolis, MN 55454

(612) 330-1159

Travel seminars for one to two weeks and undergraduate semesters abroad in a wide variety of Latin American countries. Costs are from $1000 and up including airfare. Some scholarships available.

Centro de Idiomas*

CRESP

117 Anabel Taylor Hall

Cornell University

Ithaca, NY

(607)273-3731

ELEGGUA Project*

7171 Torbram Road, Suite 51

Mississauga (Toronto), Ontario

Canada L4T 3W4

(800) 818-8840

E-mail: cancuba@pathcom.com

Website: www.pathcom.com/~cancuba

Cooperative partnership of North American and Cuban non-governmental agencies who share an interest in developing opportunities for academic study in Cuba. Financially dependent dependent on program fees and volunteer service. This organization refuses financial support from any government in order to remain apart from implication of politics. This offers conference and field study, such as Afrocuban religion, indigenous heritage, and other fields. Eleggua is the orisha responsible for opening pathways and communications and he facilitates efforts to bring together people interested in music, dance, African derived religions, art history, social history, and the celebration of minority voices in the Caribbean.

Institute for Central American Development Studies*

ICADS

P.O. Box 145450

Coral Gables. FL 33114

ICADS offers semester-long academic programs and classes. Program includes classroom and field internship component. Courses are taught in Spanish. Courses include, but are not limited to the following: intensive Spanish, Women in Central America, Agriculture and Hunger in Central America, Ecological and Environmental Issues, Education on Wildlife Conservation, Field Course in Resource management and Sustainable Development, Public Health, and Social Justice. Internships can be arranged in either Costa Rica, Nicaragua or Belize. Eligibility: undergraduates and graduate students with at least one year of college Spanish (two years strongly recommended). Living Arrangements: students live with a local family. College credit can usually be arranged but it is the student's responsibility to consult with his/her off-campus study officer. Costs: available upon request. Fees cover tuition for classes, field-work placement supervision, room and partial board, laundry service, round trip transportation from San Jose to Managuaor to internship site in Costa Rica and some field trip expenses. Does not cover transportation to Costa Rica. Some financial aid is available (students receiving financial aid at home institution should remain eligible for the college's aid program). Students should budget $150-$200 for additional expenses.

Latin American Center: Friends World Program

Apartado Postal 8496-1000

San Jose, Costa Rica

International Phone 240-7057

An alternative education and international program. Opportunities for study in other countries. In the Costa Rica headquarters, students learn about the environment, politics, art and theology.

Rotary International
One Rotary Center
1560 Sherman Ave.
Evanston, IL 60201, USA

847-866-3000
Fax: 847-328-8554 or 847-328-8281
Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time

www.rotary.org

If you are a high school student between the ages of 15 and 19, then you are eligible for Rotary Youth Exchange. You do not have to be involved with Rotary in any way in order to apply, although children of Rotarians are more than welcome to participate. See website for more details.

School for International Training*

P.O. Box 676

Brattleboro, VT 05302-0676

(802) 257-7751

Website: www.worldlearning.org

Study abroad programs for U.S. college students. Has programs in Jamaica, Mexico, and Nicaragua. SIT arranges semesters abroad with top Latin American universities, including orientations, homestays with local families, and an academic support network. Full academic credit at your college is almost always possible (students from Cornell and Ithaca College have participated in the past). Costs are comparable to a semester at private U.S. university and financial aid is possible.

Study Abroad for the Earth

c/o St. Thomas University

16400 NW 32 Ave.

Opa-Locka, Fla 33054

UNAM

U.S. office:

3600 South Gessner Suite 188

Houston, TX 77063

(713) 781-3746

The Universidad Autónoma de México (UNAM) provides a chance to study Spanish, Chicano studies, Mexican history, art, and literature, at the School for Foreign Students in Taxco, high in the mountains of Mexico. The school follows the semester system, and offers a maximum of six courses, worth three credits each, per semester. Tuition ranges from $200 to $600 per semester, depending on choice of courses. Scholarships and employment are not available. School sponsored trips to museums, archeological sites, and other points of interest are available, and cost an average of $10 to $15 per trip. Weekend and longer trips are also organized. Lectures, concerts, films, traditional Mexican celebrations, and many other events which complement the classroom experience, are provided by the school, and are free of charge. Housing is not provided by the University. A list of rooms for rent in Mexican homes near the University, is however provided. The average monthly price with kitchen privileges is $170 per month. In some cases, two meals per day may be provided for an additional fee.

Universidad Iberoamericana*

Dirección de Programas para Estudiantes Extranjeros

Prolongación Paseo de la Reforma 880

Col. Lomas de Santa Fe

Deleg. Alvaro Obregón

01210 México, D.F.

Telephone: (525) 292-1883Fax: (525) 292-1266

E-mail: Director María-Eugenia Castroeugenio.castro@uia.mx

E-mail: Program Info. Mary Coronamary.corona@uia.mx

Located in Mexico City, UI has over 10,000 students and approximately 1,200 faculty. Credit can usually be arranged through students home college advisor. Junior year abroad students may enroll in any classes listed in the UI study abroad catalogue or, in addition, can choose their courses from any of those taught within the University departments provided they have a high level of Spanish. Housing is generally with private Mexican families. Programs offered: Six week summer program (cost: approximately $1,975, including classes and housing), Intensive Spanish Summer program Four-week session (cost: $1,570, including housing and meals) Six-week session (cost $2,205, including housing and meals) Junior Year Abroad (cost per semester: $3,595, including housing)

Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara

UAG Office in the U.S.

10999 IH-10 West, Suite 355

San Antonio, TX 78230

(800) 531-5494

VENUSA Institute of International Studies & Modern Languages

10442 Taft Street

Pembroke Pines, Florida 33026

(305) 433-4091

Study abroad opportunities available in Venezuela.Offers many courses in Spanish, Latin American Studies, International Business, Agriculture, and others. One semester of study costs $4,500, and summer $2,500 (includes room and board, classes and round trip airfare from Miami.

World Learning/US Experiment
PO Box 676, Kipling Road
Brattleboro VT 05302
toll free phone (within USA): 1 800 345 2929

(802) 257-7751

fax: 1 802 258 3248

info@worldlearning.org

US Experiment: eil@worldlearning.org
www.usexperiment.org

Various programs. See website for more info.

Youth Exchange Service

1600 Dove St Suite 460

Newport Beach, CA 92660
Telephone (800) 848-2121 (949) 955-2030

Fax (949) 955-0232

yes1@ix.netcom.com

www.yesint.com

Visit website to request information on abroad programs.

Youth For Understanding USA
6400 Goldsboro Road
Suite 100
Bethesda, MD 20817
United States of America

Worldwide: +240-235-2100

TTY in the United States: (800)787-8000

Fax: +240-235-2104

Toll Free: (866)-4-YFU-USA

admissions@yfu.org

www.yfu-usa.org

To participate in a YFU program you will need to be age 15 to 18 (or up to 19 for the Global Graduate program) while abroad. For most year and semester programs, a "B" average or better (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) is required. For summer programs, a "C" average or better (2.0 on a 4.0 scale) is required.

See website for more details.

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Agua Para La Vida (APVL)

2311 Webster Street

Berkeley, CA 94705

Phone: 510 643-8003 or 510 528-8318

Fax: 510 643-5571

aplv@igc.org

www-cbe2.ced.berkeley.edu/aplv

Agua Para La Vida is a non-governmental organization which has been helping small rural communities in Nicaragua construct their own drinking water systems since 1987. Originally a California-based group that provided technical assistance, support and volunteers working directly with the Nicaraguan communities, it now supports the development of a local team of technicians capable of taking over all aspects of the work: selection of projects, design, collaboration with and training of the beneficiaries, supervision of the construction, maintenance and hygiene education, budgeting and accounting, and ultimately the ability to secure its own funding. This indigenous organization, Programa Agua Para La Vida, has ten full-time Nicaraguan staff and non-profit status.

The main resource for the training of these technicians is our work-study school, ETAP (Escuela Tecnica Agua Potable). Its three-year curriculum encompasses all the elements required for the qualification of project directors.

AFS Intercultural Programs*

313 E. 43rd St.

New York, NY 10017

(800) 237-4636

An international exchange organization for students and teachers. Volunteers needed to make the stay in the U.S. as memorable as possible, and to prepare U.S. students to go abroad.

American Friends Service Committee

1501 Cherry st

Philadelphia, PA 19102

(215) 241-7295

Quaker organization sponsors summer community service programs in Mexico and Cuba. Cuba trip is for three weeks and costs $300 plus airfare and food. The Mexico program runs from late June until mid-August and costs $750, which covers all costs except airfare. Participants should be fluent in Spanish, and be between 18 and 28 years of age. Partial scholarships based on need are sometimes granted. All prices may have changed.

American Jewish World Service

15 West 26th Street

New York, NY 10010

(800) 889-7146

Volunteers are needed to help with service projects in Honduras. Trips take place in the summer, and are open to people ages 19-25.

Annunciation House*

c/o Ruben Garcia

1003 East San Antonio Street

El Paso, TX 79901

(915) 545-4509

Three houses of hospitality for the homeless poor, undocumented, internal immigrants from Mexico and refugees from Central and South America are located ten blocks from the actual border between the United States and Mexico. Two houses are in El Paso, while the other is in Juarez, Mexico. They are within forty minutes walking distance of each other, and volunteers often walk to and from the various houses. Volunteers must be willing to work at any of the three houses, wherever the need is greatest at the time of arrival. Some knowledge of the language is helpful, but not necessary. A willingness to learn, however, is important. Volunteers must be willing to live in community at the Annunciation House. This is a twelve month volunteer program, which begins January 30, March 20, June 1, August 15, and November 1, for purposes of orientation. For those not able to devote a full year of service, a 10-week internship is available from June 1 - mid August.

Brethren Volunteer Services *

Recruitment

1451 Dundee Ave.

Elgin, IL 60120

(708) 742-5100

A non-denominational service program promoting justice, peacemaking and serving basic human needs in Latin America and elsewhere; two-year positions. Pays transportation, living expenses, insurance and $60-monthly allowance. May have changed prices.

Catholic Relief Services

209 West Fayette st.

Baltimore, MD 21201

Assists poor families in 74 countries by providing disaster/emergency relief, refugee aid, self-help assistance with the goal of self-sufficiency.

Concern/America*

P.O. Box 1790

Santa Ana, CA 92702

(714) 953-8575

Places professionals in grassroots organizations in several countries in Latin America (currently: El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico). Requirements: Degree/experience in public health, medicine, nutrition, nursing, community development, education, and engineering. Fluency in Spanish. Minimum 21 years of age. Work experience abroad desirable. Minimum commitment: 1 year. Terms of service: room and board, round trip transportation, health insurance; small monthly stipend; support services from the home office; repatriation allowance of $50/month of service for the first year; $100/month for second year; $150/ for third year. These prices my have changed.

Christian Volunteer Ministries*

CRISPAZ (Christians for Peace in El Salvador)

1135 Mission Rd

San Antonio, TX 78210-4505

(512) 534-6996

Christian Volunteer Ministries places volunteers with projects in El Salvador as requested by host organization. Projects relate to health care, agricultural projects, literacy, etc. Requirements: ability to deal with demanding and complex situations; understanding of political context of El Salvador; some Central or Latin American experience; intermediate Spanish; commitment to non-violence and non-partisanship. Volunteers need not necessarily be of the Christian faith (depends on project). Length of service: minimum of one year. Costs: CVM does not provide funding. Volunteers should be sponsored by a faith based or community activist group in their home community. CVM does provide an orientation training and on site support.

Doctors of the World

625 Broadway, 2nd floor

New York, NY 10012

(212) 529-1556

Doctors of the World is a medical and humanitarian relief organization placing doctors in domestic and overseas locations. Minimum commitment: 4-6 months.

Earth Island Institute

300 Broadway, Suite 28

San Francisco, CA 94133-3312

(415) 788-3666

Committed to the advancement of environmentally sound projects around the world. Volunteers assist local communities in setting-up environmental projects (e.g. installing solar panels, forest protection, soil sampling for pesticides, etc.). Projects currently in Nicaragua, Bolivia, U.S./Mexico border, Chimalpas Mexico, El Salvador, Berkeley California, and the Philippines. There are also volunteer opportunities at the San Francisco office. Many internships are available, and students are encouraged to create a situation that will suit them and the requirements of their school.

Fenix Language Institute
Av. Cuauhtémoc # 500, Esquina Aquiles Serdan
Colonia El Empleado
CP 62250 Cuernavaca
Morelos, México
Tel./Fax: +52-777-3 13 77 86
fenixmexico@prodigy.net.mx

www.fenixmex.com

See website for details about internship opportunities in Mexico.

Foundation For Field Research

P.O. Box 2010

Alpine, CA 91903

(619) 455-1893

Nonprofit organization founded in 1982 to coordinate research expeditions. Volunteers aid scientists conducting research with their physical and financial assistance. Projects are in nearly every discipline (from archeology to zoology) and are located throughout Latin America and the world. Costs vary depending on length of stay (starting at around $1,100/month not including airfare).

Fourth World Movement Volunteer Corps

7600 Wilton Hill Drive

Landover, MD 20785-4658

(301) 336-9489

E-mail: 4thworld@his.com

Focuses on assisting those in extreme poverty around the world. Volunteers must be at least the age of 19 years with two years of work or college experience. This involves at least two year commitment. Three months are spent in the United States, in the Washington, DC area. With a long time volunteer, health insurance is provided, but only outside of the United States. The first year volunteers receive $250/month plus accommodation, a second year volunteer will recieve $500/month. Volunteers must pay flight and visa for abroad, most other expenses will be covered by the Movement There are mostly short term placements in the beginning of service.

Global Volunteers*

375 E. Little Canada Rd

St. Paul, MN 55117-1628

(612) 482-1074

E-mail: email@globalvlntrs.org

Forms teams of 8-12 volunteers who live in rural communities for 2-3 weeks and work with villagers on development projects selected by the host community. The projects may involve construction and renovation of schools and clinics, health care, tutoring, business planning or assisting in other local activities. Opportunities are available in Guatemala, Mexico, and Costa Rica. Volunteers come from all backgrounds and occupations, including teachers, carpenters, homemakers, physicians and artists. No special skills or languages are required. Trips range from $1000 to $3000 and include costs of training, visas, ground transportation, hotels, village lodging, food, and airfare from gateway cities.

Guatemala Project*

SEVA Foundation

38 Village Hill Road.

Williamsburg, MA 01096

(413) 268-3003

Two volunteers work with Alianza in La Victoria Juvenil Comunitario. Requirements include fluency in Spanish, knowledge about the situation in Guatemala. The volunteer must have healthy stamina and strong immune system, that is willing to eat simply. The volunteer must also be willing to face emotionally difficult situations. The travel expenses are the responsibility of the volunteer. Also must participate in an educational outreach when return to the U.S. This program aims to provide moral support, health care, education, assistance with agriculture. Volunteers also serve as deterrents to military abuse and threats.

Habitat for Humanity*

121 Habitat St.

Americus, GA 31709

(912) 924-6935

ICYE

134 West 26th St.

New York, NY 10001

(212) 206-7307

International Christian Youth Exchange strives for peace and justice through deepening cross-cultural understanding. Provides year-long and six month opportunities abroad and a 4-6 week summer International Work camp Program. High School Program: ages 16-18 live with a host family, attend high school and participate in activities typical of young people in host country. Voluntary Service Program: ages 18-30 engage in voluntary service projects. Foreign language skills not necessary; basic language instruction provided in orientation. No religion requirement. Costs: $4,950 for year-long; $3,750 for six month program.

Institute for International Cooperation and Development*

IICD

P.O. Box 103-B

Williamstown, MA 01267

(413) 458-9828

Non-profit organization founded in 1986 and dedicated to promoting global understanding and international solidarity. Educational and economic development projects in Nicaragua and Brazil (as well as several African countries). Projects last from 2 to 7 months, including preparation and follow-up. Projects work with local communities and cooperatives. Preparation includes an extensive orientation at the IICD headquarters in Massachusetts. Follow up includes presentations and productions of educational materials in the U.S. Requirements: min. 18 years old, no other specific academic or skills. Costs: $4,300 for a year long program. Students participate in fundraising in support of the institute. The institute covers the costs of training, room and board, health insurance and airfare. Limited financial aid is available for some applicants. Fundraising is highly encouraged and supported by IICD.

International Volunteer Services, INC *

1424-16th St NW

Suite 204

Washington, DC 20036

Channels professionals to grassroots projects in Latin America (currently there are programs in Bolivia and Ecuador). IVS covers all travel cost of living expenses, provides life and health insurance and pays a stipend. Requirements: advanced technical degree and minimum of 2 years field experience. Volunteer assignments are for 2-3 years.

La Hermandad Educativa

Los Niños*

7065 Marconi St Suite #105

San Ysidro, CA 92173

(619) 661-6912

Education projects in Tijuana and Mexicali, Mexico. There are three different programs offered. Long-term: 1 year or more; interns assist Mexican coordinators to organize educational community programs in low income neighborhoods, do research for their projects, network with other organizations, and attend weekly classes taught by a development expert. Requirements: fluency in Spanish; cultural sensitivity. Terms of service: room and board plus $50 monthly stipend. Summer: six weeks; interns teach summer school in Tijuana communities, and attend classes and cultural activities about Mexico. Requirements: proficiency in Spanish; enjoy working with children. Costs: $900, includes room and board, ground transportation, programming, etc. Full and partial scholarships are available. Short-term: 2-7 days; study tours of Tijuana and border region; meetings with communities and local experts in environment, human rights and economic issues. Costs: $95-190 including housing, ground transportation, speakers, administrative costs, etc. Prices may have changed.

Mennonite Central Committee*

21 South 12th st

P.O. Box 500

Akron, PA 17501-0500

(717) 859-1151

E-mail: mailbox@mcc.org

Provides material and technical assistance in the areas of health, agriculture, education, social services and community development in Latin America and elsewhere. MCC pays for transportation, living expenses and a small stipend. Volunteers should be Christian, actively involved in a church group, and willing to adhere to nonviolent principles. Some assignments require academic and/or professional experience.

Nicaragua-U.S. Friendship Office *

Cross Reference: Hap-Nica/Guildhouse

225 Pennsylvania Ave. SE

3rd Floor

Washington, DC 20003

(202) 546-0915

Coordinates work of APS/NICA and FUNDECI. Helps volunteers from U.S. join grassroots projects in Nicaragua; from short stays to extended periods of time. Technical and nontechnical abilities needed. Volunteer pays own expenses plus fee.

NICCA (Nicaraguan Center for Community Action)

2140 Shattuck Ave #2063

Berkeley, CA 94704

(510) 428-2146

Sends work brigades to Nicaragua (usually construction work for cooperatives). Brigades are organized as requested and applications should be submitted a few months in advance of departure. Housing is with local families. The brigades are open to all who are interested. The cost includes a two day site seeing trip, not airfare. Scholarships are not available but NICCA encourages, and will provide assistance for, fundraising activities.

Partners of the Americas*

1424 "K" St., NW

Suite 700

Washington, DC 20005

(202) 628-3300

Founded by the U.S. State Department in the 1960's, it is the largest private voluntary organization promoting ties between the U.S., Latin America and the Caribbean. The partnerships carry out economic development projects and all kinds of social and business exchanges in every region of Latin America.

Partnership for Service-Learning*

815 Second Avenue, Suite 315

New York, NY 10017

(212) 986-0989

E-mail: pslny@aol.com

Website: http://study abroad.com/psl/

Peace Brigades International*

Albany Field Office

33 Central Ave.

Albany, NY 12210

E-mail: pbiusa@igc.apc.org

Website: www.igc.org/pbi

Plenty USA

P.O. Box 2306

Davis, CA 95617

(916) 753-0731

Non-profit, non-governmental, non-sectarian relief, development and education organization. Sponsors 2-4 week projects in Central and South America. Projects commonly involve primary health care, small-scale agriculture, light construction, nutrition education, micro-economic development, potable water systems, and alternative technologies. Types of work range from building , gardening and providing health care, to organizing and fundraising for projects. Volunteers are required to pay their own travel and living expenses, which vary from project to project. Requirements: cultural sensitivity, flexibility, patience and compassion.

SEVA Foundation

Cross Reference: The Guatemala Project

SHARE Foundation

Sisters of Charity

4503 Broadway

San Antonio, TX 78209

(512) 828-2224

Volunteers help with the poor for 2-3 years in countries such as Mexico, El Salvador and Peru. Any one over 21 years of age with any skills may volunteer. Knowledge of Spanish is helpful but not necessary (language study is available). Room and board are provided, as well as a small stipend and health insurance.

Task Force on Latin America and the Caribbean*

The Fellowship of Reconciliation

515 Broadway

Santa Cruz, CA 95060

(408) 423-1626

Sponsors delegations in Latin America.Participants get to learn more about Latin America and the country in which the delegation is held each year.Costs must be paid by participant.

Unitarian Universalist Service Committee

130 Prospect St.

Cambridge, MA 02139

VESS (Volunteers for Educational & Social Services)

3001 South Congress Avenue

Austin, Texas 78704-6489

(512) 447-6144

Volunteers make a commitment of one year of service in their area of interest, including teaching, nursing , campus ministry, and counseling. Volunteer locations include Catholic parishes and schools, social service agencies in urban or rural areas. There is a monthly stipend of $110 dollars, furnished housing, $100 food allowance, medical, dental and life insurance. Participants must be at least the age of 21.

Volunteers for Tau

3545 N. Avenue

Chicago, IL 60634

(312) 685-0187

Has volunteer programs in Central America when requested by local projects.

Volunteers in Mission*

Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate World

4503 Broadway

San Antonio, Texas 78209-6297

(210) 828-2224

Program takes place in México, Texas, and Perú. Volunteers focus time on teaching, providing health care, and assisting in pastoral work. Deadline for application is March 1.

Volunteers in Overseas Cooperative Assistance*

Dated Information Available

50 F Street, N. W. Suite 1075

Washington, DC

20001

(202) 626-8750

This organization provides technical assistance to cooperatives, other private agrobusinesses and related government agencies abroad. This is accomplished through short-term technical assistance by U. S. volunteer specialists. VOCA works only at the request of host-country organizations. VOCA pays all expenses. Projects range between one to three months. The organization has offices in seventeen different countries, and volunteers have served in some 95 countries around the world.

Witness For Peace*

2201 "P" Street NW #109

Washington, DC 20037

(202) 797-1160

Maintains continuous U.S.-citizen presence in Nicaragua and Guatemala, documenting the effects of U.S. policy and accompanying the people of these countries. Long-term volunteers make initial 1.5 (Guatemala/Southern Mexico) -2 (Nicaragua) year commitment. Must be at least 21 years old, fluent in Spanish, committed to non-violence, willing to live and work in a community, in good physical condition, Two-week delegations also offered.

World Learning/US Experiment
PO Box 676, Kipling Road
Brattleboro, VT 05302
toll free phone (within USA): 1 800 345 2929

(802) 257-7751

fax: 1 802 258 3248

info@worldlearning.org

US Experiment: eil@worldlearning.org
www.usexperiment.org

Various programs. See website for more info.

World Relief

P.O. Box WRC

Wheaton, IL 60189

(708) 665-0235

World relief has project sites not only in Latin America, but Africa, Asia and the Caribbean as well. Volunteers must be at least 21 years of age, and will do tasks such as community development, reconstruction and refugee development. Applicants must have a college degree and experience in the volunteer position applied for. All expenses are usually paid by World Relief.

World Teach, Inc.

Harvard Institute for International Development

One Eliot Street

Cambridge, MA 02138-5705

A program open to those who have at least a B.A. degree. This program places between 350 and 400 volunteers yearly in different countries that need assistance. Locations include South Africa, Costa Rica, China, Kenys, Poland, etc. Volunteers pay a fee ranging from $3,600-4,550 to help with travel and program expenses. Participants receive housing and a small stipend. Volunteers teach English both inside and outside the classroom or serve as "English resource teachers" developing English resources for the school. Applications are taken on a rolling basis, write for more information.

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Americas Watch

485 Fifth Avenue

New York, NY 10017

Amnesty International*

New York Headquarters

322 Eighth Ave.

New York, NY 10001

International human rights agency. Each of the nine regional offices (including the two listed below) have internship programs with focuses ranging from legislative action in Washington, DC to refugee casework in San Francisco to writing "Urgent Action" reports in Colorado. Most internships are not paid. Almost all include area work on human rights issues in Latin America.

Amnesty International USA*

Refugee Program

500 Sansome

Suite 615

San Francisco, CA 94111

(415) 291-9233

International human rights agency. Interns are responsible for refugee casework. Duties include: reviewing refugee background; research for information substantiating an asylum applicant's claim; summarizing and explaining the information found. A large number of the asylum applicants are from Latin American countries. Requirements: writing ability; ability to deal with attorneys in a professional manner; flexibility with regard to routine office tasks; preference for enrolled college students receiving academic credit. Commitment: minimum of two days a week.

Amnesty International USA*

Washington Office

304 Pennsylvania Ave. SE

Washington, DC 20003

(202) 544-0200

International human rights agency. Internship Program in Washington, DC office. Assist staff who monitor human rights developments in Latin America. Interns will: Attend congressional hearings; Compile materials from AI reports for briefing government officials, congressional aides and others; Attend meetings with representatives of other human rights organizations; Answer requests for human rights information from government officials and others. Internships are unpaid and AI does not provide housing.

CASA (Central America Solidarity Association)*

1151 Massachusetts Avenue

Cambridge, MA 02138

(617) 492-8699

CASA is a grassroots organization which offers internships in many areas, including political organizing, community outreach, publishing and development. Work/study may be available.

Casa de los Amigos*

Ignacio Mariscal 132

06030

Mexico

A non-profit organization that provides a center/house for people working for world peace. 2-3 live-in assistants help in the daily operation of the house mostly at reception desk. Room, partial board and small stipend are provided- religiously affiliated.

Consortium For International Development (CID)*

6367 East Tanque Verde, Suite 200

Tucson, AZ 85715-3832

Academic opportunities through the University of Arizona, California State Polytechnic University at Ponoma, Colorado State University, University of Hawaii at Manoa, University of Idaho, New Mexico State University, Oregon State University, Texas Tech University, Utah State University, Washington State University, and University of Wyoming. Focus of education is on the international development work projects. The University is open to international students for long and short term overseas study. With assignment, participants are provided with insurance. There are five areas; Agricultural and Rural development, Education, Environment and Natural Resources, Human Health and Nutrition, Irrigation and Water Resources, and Management and Business Development. Currently involved in Belize, Dominican Republic, Honduras, Paraguay, Barbados, and various other countries.

Earth Island Institute

300 Broadway, Suite 28

San Francisco, CA 94133-3312

(415) 788-3666

Committed to the advancement of environmentally sound projects around the world. Volunteers assist local communities in setting-up environmental projects (e.g. installing solar panels, forest protection, soil sampling for pesticides, etc.). Projects currently in Nicaragua, Bolivia, U.S./Mexico border, Chimalpas Mexico, El Salvador, Berkeley California, and the Philippines. Many internships are available, and students are encouraged to create a situation that will suit them and the requirements of their school.

EPICA

1470 Irving St NW

Washington, DC 20010

(202) 332-0292

The Ecumenical Program on Central America and the Caribbean (EPICA), a non-profit education and action program focusing on political, social and religious movements, seeks full-time interns for a minimum of two months. Duties would include research, community outreach, and office administration. Interns must have general knowledge about Central America and U.S. foreign policy in the region, be able to work independently, ability to read and speak Spanish very helpful.

Fourth World Movement*

7600 Willow Hill Drive

Landover, MD 20785

(301) 336-9489

Offers Volunteer and internship opportunities in many countries in North and Central America. Interns and volunteer work on grassroots learning projects and in office and manual jobs. There is a small stipend provided. The internships are for two months.

Grassroots International*

179 Boylston Street, 4th Floor

Boston, MA 02130

(617) 524-1400

E-mail: grassroots@igc.apc.org

Global Exchange*

2017 Mission Street, Room 303

San Francisco, CA 94110

(415) 255-7296

Focus on fair trade, fundraising, reality tours, and public education. Program currently has projects in Cuba and Chiapas, Mexico.

Habitat for Humanity*

121 Habitat St.

Americus, GA 31709

(912) 924-6935

Non-profit Christian housing ministry that builds and renovates low income housing in several countries in Latin America. Commitments range from one week to three years. Knowledge of human rights issues and organizations, research and writing skills, fluency in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and German, computer literacy, library skills (cataloguing and classification of documents), energy, maturity, willingness to do tedious tasks (photocopying, mass mailings, etc.), and typing skill are all recommended qualifications, but they are not necessary.

Human Rights Research and Education Centre*

57 Louis Pasteur

Ottawa, Ontario K1N 6N5

Canada

(613) 564-3492

The Human Rights Internet (HRI) and The Human Rights Research and Education Centre (HRREC) are interested in the rights of minorities, women, refugees, indigenous people, migrant workers, children, and of all groups. They offer three different types of internship programs with their Canadian office:

(1) INTERNSHIPS FOR COURSE CREDIT:

The academic supervision of the student's work will be the responsibility of the HRREC or Internet staff, if the student's university offers course credit for internships. Internships done during the academic year require that the student must work for at least 10 hours a week for one semester. If done during the summer, the students must work for at least 20 hours a week for two full months. Funding for an internship is the responsibility of the student, although Internet is prepared to assist the student in finding low cost accommodations.

(2) INTERNSHIPS AS VOLUNTEER WORK:

Students are required to work at least 10 hours per week for at least three or four months.

(3) SPECIALIZED INTERNSHIPS FOR THIRD WORLD HUMAN RIGHTS ACTIVISTS:

Internet will help human rights organizations design a specialized program in order to train the members of their staff, according to the specific needs of the organization. The internships can last between two weeks and several months. Internet cannot help fund these internships, but they may be able to assist Third World human rights organizations in securing funding for the specialized training needed.

Institute of International Education

Office for Mexico and Latin America

Londres 16, 2nd Floor

Mexico D.F. C.P. 06600

The IIE, based in Mexico City, hosts an intern program for college students who wish to gain experience in an overseas educational counseling center. The office provides information about US education to people interested in studying in the US. IIE will try to aid with housing, travel and appointments when possible. Interns will receive $800 for a two month internship, to help defray some of the expenses. Office duties include: advising the public about all aspects of the US education, providing information on testing programs (SAT, TOEFL...), working on special research projects. Write for an application, which is due three months prior to the desired starting date of the internship along with two letters of recommendation and a transcript.

Institute for Policy Studies*

1601 Connecticut Ave., NW

Fifth Floor

Washington, DC 20009

(202) 234-9383

Progressive think tank critically examining U.S. foreign policy, global economic trends and social policy. Internships are unpaid. Interns work closely with project coordinators of their choice. Project vary in scope from politics, to the visual arts to communication. Interns are recruited from colleges and universities from across the U.S.

Legacy International*

Route 4 Box 265

Bedford, VA 24523

(703) 297-5982

E-mail: mail@legacyintl.org

Website: www.legacyintl.org

LI is an institute dedicated to promoting cross-cultural understanding and global education. Internships and staff opportunities in Washington, DC area office are available. Academic credit can be arranged for internships, staff positions include room and board as well as a small stipend.

NACLA*

North America Congress on Latin America

475 Riverside Drive, Suite 454

New York, NY 10115

(212) 870-3146

NACLA is an independent non-profit organization dedicated to providing in-depth information and analysis about Latin America and U.S. foreign policy. Internships are available in two areas: to help with the publication of their bi-monthly journal, Report on the Americas, or with their fundraising.

Nicaragua Network Education Fund*

1247 "E" Street SE

Washington, DC 20003

The Nicaragua Network Education Fund offers internship opportunities for qualified students interested in Central America and U.S. foreign policy. Internships available include: information specialist and program assistant. Student is responsible for their own costs, no stipend or salary provided. Write to address above to request an information sheet.

NISGUA

1500 Mass Ave. NW #241

Washington, DC 20005

(202) 223-6474

The Network in Solidarity with the People of Guatemala (NISGUA) promotes human rights in Guatemala and coordinates solidarity activity in the United States. Many internships in the NISGUA office are available.

Overseas Development Network*

333 Valencia St.

Suite 330

San Francisco, CA 94103

(415) 431-5953

E-mail: odn@igc.org

Website: www.igc.apc.org/odn

ODN is a national, student-based, non-profit organization. Its mission is to involve students in addressing global problems through education, activism, and first-hand experience. Internship positions have flexible time commitments and can be from 16-24 hours. Internship positions include jobs of international clearinghouse coordinator, environmental campaign coordinator, campaign coordinator, educational campaign coordinator, Global-Links co-editor and other positions available. Please write in to request an application.

Policy Alternatives for Caribbean and Central American* (PACCA)

Dated Information Available

1506 19th St., NW

Suite 2

Washington, DC 20036

(202) 332-6333

An association of scholars and policy makers dedicated to promoting humane and democratic alternatives to present to U.S. policy makers towards the religion. areas of analysis include: human rights, sustainable development, peace and justice, the environment, trade and labor, indigenous people's concerns, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Haiti and free trade.

Internships are available on a semester and summer-long period. Intern's responsibilities incorporate elements of writing, researching, and networking with people and groups involved in similar issues. Benefits: interns gain familiarity with IBM computers and WordPerfect word processing, as well as laser printers and fax machines. Interns also gain experience with developing and maintaining professional relationship and contacts. PACCA internship are unpaid and housing is not provided. Spanish helpful.

SHARE Foundation