Embark on an international development trip to the Western Highlands of Guatemala, focused not only on volunteer work, but on how volunteering works across the globe.
Behind every tree planted or school painted in Guatemala, is a global infrastructure of internationally recognized non government organizations. Learn how they operate, and work to achieve a larger goal. Both at the community level and in context of the world at large, gain a broader understanding and appreciation for non-profits, the challenges they face, the stake holder, new NGO models and old, successes and failures. Unlike some volunteer trips where community service is more of a hindrance to communities than a help, at Broadreach College we contribute to projects that are sustainable and meaningful to the communities we serve. From Quetzaltenango to Chichicastenango, this is so much more than a volunteer vacation or community service trip. This is Broadreach College.
Emerge from the volcanic mountain valleys and indigenous communities of Guatemala with practical, real world experience, over 55 hours of community service and three international development credits on your college transcript. Devote yourself to service, the Broadreach College way.
COLLEGE CREDIT
Three international development college credits through Lesley University
COMMUNITY SERVICE
55 hours of community service
What are my next steps?
At a Glance
Community Service & College Credit
- 55 Hours
- 3 Credits
- Highlights
- Gain a deeper understanding of third world economies and challenges facing Guatamala
- Embark on a multi-day hike from Xela to Lago Atitlán
- Get hands-on volunteer experience with environmental, social and cultural projects
- Work on a local organic farm cooperative
- Experience Required
- Minimum 18 years old
- High school graduate
- Minimum GPA: 2.50
- Completed at least one semester at college or graduated high school over a year ago
- Locations
- Chichicastenango
- Lago de Atitlan
- Quetzaltenango
