Nicaragua Youth Study Tour

Nicaragua Youth Study Tour

Are you between the ages of 18 and 25? Are you passionate about ending hunger around the world? Are you interested in putting your faith into action? Do you want to learn more about the causes of hunger and poverty? Do you want to meet people who are working for a better future?

Canadian Foodgrains Bank is excited to announce that it is accepting applications for a Youth Study Tour to Nicaragua in May, 2012.

Dates: May 1-15, 2012 (15 days)
Approximate Cost: $3000*

As a participant you will -
- Learn more about important issues affecting our world
- Develop skills in analysis and critical thinking
- Learn about international development
- Meet Nicaraguans who are contributing to their communities
- Learn what you can do to contribute to a world without hunger
- Make new friends & partners in ending hunger both across Canada and internationally
- Gain insight into intercultural communication

In return you will be asked to:
- Share your experiences to other Canadians through various means (presentations, social media, etc.)
- Advocate for food justice
- Support Canadian Foodgrains Bank and its 15 members in their work to end global hunger

What can you expect?

This tour will focus on learning through workshops, intercultural dialogue and project visits. The group will begin the tour in the capital city of Managua. Here we will learn about the history and current context of Nicaragua, explore local markets and learn more about life in Nicaragua from local young people.

After the orientation in Managua we will travel to the north of the country near the city of Ocotal where we will visit local agricultural groups that are working to create change in their communities.

A home stay visit, during which participants will spend up to three nights in the home of a family in a local community, promises to be a highlight. We will also take some time to see some of the sights of the country and buy some local handcrafts. Much time will also be spent reflection and prayer.

For more information and to apply check out the Canadian Foodgrains Bank website http://www.foodgrainsbank.ca/upcoming_food_study_tours.aspx.