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Become an EduActioner
EduAction is an NGO that brings globally minded students and recent university graduates from all over the world to give intercultural workshops in educational institutions across Latin America.
To create a multicultural environment in schools in which young people can explore values that support them in their development as conscientious and engaged citizens who are more culturally sensitive with a broader world vision.
EducAll works in NGOs and private schools EduAction Project works in public schools
Project
*Please see the EducAll booklet for more information
The organization began with the EduAction Project in 2009 in Porto Alegre, Brazil In five years of the project, over
300 international volunteers have participated, working in over 250 public schools in 6 countries, generating positive change in the lives of more than
30,000 young people across Latin America In each country we work with a local AIESEC committee
International volunteers give intercultural workshops about topics of global importance in public schools in Latin America
Entrepreneurship
EduAction creates a multi-cultural and open environment that awakens students’ curiosity to discover the world beyond their classroom.
EduAction uses non-traditional teaching methods that really engage students in the workshops
Games and dynamics are key learning tools
*You will receive a Guide with activities and dynamics for each workshop
Your EduAction Mission: To plan and facilitate workshops in public schools for young people between 12 – 17 years old Preparation: In the first two weeks the EduAction Summit and Induction days will help prepare you to give workshops. This will include: Introduction to the project Cultural adaptation & orientation around your new city Language classes (Spanish/Portuguese) & most importantly of all…….
The Workshops Over the period of 8 weeks you will work in pairs to facilitate the workshops
Events: You will participate in an EduAction Summit and on-going training sessions as well as other promotional events such as Global Villages
Work travel expenses and accommodation during your stay are covered by EduAction
You will participate in several Global Villages during your placement Please don’t forget to bring the following: A large flag Pictures Maps Typical food and clothes Objects that represent your country Anything else that you want to share from your culture!
Global Villages are an opportunity for you to share your culture and traditions and represent your country
In 2015, EduAction is working in six countries across Latin America
Mexico
Dates: 5th February to 25th April Summit: 21st February Where: Tuta & Sotaquirรก
Workshops given in Spanish Local Comittee: AIESEC Central, Bogota
Why Colombia? Live an authentic experience working in schools in the beautiful Colombian countryside!
Dates: 6th March to 22nd May Summit: 7th & 8th March Where: Porto Alegre Workshops given in Portuguese Local Comittee: AIESEC Porto Alegre Why Porto Alegre? Take part in project where it all began and experience a side to Brazil you’d never expect!
Dates: 30th March to 5th June
Summit: 4th April Where: MaracanaĂş
Workshops given in Portuguese Local Comittee: AIESEC Fortaleza
Why Fortaleza? Work with young people who will really benefit from the project in one of the most stunning cities in Brazil.
Dates: 23rd March to 7th June Summit: 28th March
Where: Montevideo Workshops given in Spanish
Local Comittee: AIESEC Montevideo Why Uruguay? Get to know one of the most open-minded countries in Latin America and exchange ideas with local students!
Dates: 28th March to 13th June Summit: 11th April Where: Chimbote Workshops given in Spanish Local Comittee: AIESEC Universidad de Lima Why Chimbote? Visit a Peru that most tourists don’t get to see and live a unique experience, creating real connections with the students of Chimbote.
Where: Mexico City & Guanajuato Local Comittees: AIESEC UNAM & AIESEC Guanajuato The volunteer team for the first edition of EduAction in Mexico is already complete but you can still take part in the second edition from August to October 2015 Why Mexico? Immerse yourself in Mexico’s rich cultural diversity and discover the country’s Pre-Colombian history and ancient traditions.
EduAction is coming to Costa Rica! Dates: August to October 2015 Where: San José
Local Comittee: AIESEC San José Why Costa Rica? Make EduAction history by taking part in the very first edition of EduAction in Costa Rica!
Check out our Fan Page: EduActionProject\facebook.com Our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/EduActionGlobal
& our website: www.eduactionproject.org
Want to be part of the change?
Become an EduActioner
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