Alternative Break Experience - Puerto Rico, May 2020

Global Alternative Break Experience

May 2020 – Puerto Rico

Dates: May 9-16, 2020

Group size: 10 student participants

Cost: $800. This includes international health insurance, in-program transfer transportation, lodging, excursions, in-country support, and most meals. This does not include airfare, passport fees, visa fees (if applicable, not required for U.S. citizens), and spending money.

Description: This Alternative Break Experience will focus on hurricane relief and interact with themes of land rights, environmental justice, Puerto Rico-US relationships, social change, democratic citizenship, leadership, and international development. This program will include rebuilding mangrove forests that were destroyed by Hurricane Maria. Participants will engage in service relating to human and environmental needs.

Contact: Tara Kermiet, Associate Director of Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement, at kermiett16@ecu.edu.