Study Tour to Guatemala November 13-21, 2010
Guatemala Study Tour
Organized by WCCN & Social Impact Adventurer, LLC
November 13-21, 2010
Join WCCN and SIA as we travel to Guatemala to meet microfinance borrowers working and living in Mayan villages in the Guatemalan highlands.
We will learn about the history, dreams and unique struggles of the indigenous Mayan as they work to maintain their language, culture, and achieve economic self-sufficiency in the 21 century.
Throughout the tour you will have the opportunity to speak to families and small business owners who directly benefit from WCCN’s Capital for Communities Fund. WCCN staff and representatives from various microfinance institutions will explain how the loans are administered. You will see how microfinance borrowers are breaking the cycle of poverty.
Traveling to Guatemala is a rich cultural experience. You will have the opportunity to learn about its history, indigenous populations, and the current political and social issues.
Experienced, bilingual staff members who have carefully coordinated such visits over the years will accompany your travel. The eight-day itinerary will include chartered bus travel to several Guatemalan cities and towns, with interpreter, hotel accommodations and dining arranged in advance.
Cost of the trip is $2,000* which includes lodging, meals, local transportation, guides and interpreter; it does not include airfare.
Please Contact Christina Jennings at SIA, 612-751-3524 or by e-mail christina@socialimpactadventures.com to let her know you want to go and for more information. Register by October 1, 2010 and receive a $100 discount!
For more information visit SIA's website: www.socialimpactadventures.com/upcoming-trips-2/
*The minimum number of required participants is 8