Description

Journey to Peru's Andean Amazon to learn firsthand from local communities living lightly with their local environment. Experience indigenous Quechua principles of cultural autonomy and respect of ancient practices - that talk back to global systems of capitalism and politics, and assert the wisdom of a worldview that values the other-than-human living world of plants, animals and spiritual energies. Improve your skills in Spanish or learn introductory Quechua through an intensive language immersion - which will prepare you to contribute meaningfully to community service projects that nurture agricultural biodiversity, sustainable environmental action, and right livelihood.

Highlights

* Live with families in Quechua villages and participate in native agriculture and daily rituals.
* Engage with local families in preparations for Lamas spectacular Saints Day Festival
* Work with locals in the High Amazon on a cutting-edge Bio Huerto soil regeneration project.
* Learn about native Shamanic belief systems and experience a guided Quechua contemplative retreat.
* Visit indigenous sites of cultural and ecological importance.
* Work with Sachamama Center, dedicated to regenerating the Peruvian Cloud Forest, local healing traditions, and organic, sustainable and fair justice food production.
* Take a language and culture intensive in either Spanish (3 levels) or Quechua.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education

High School

Subject Areas

• Anthropology
• Ecology
• Latin American Studies
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

USD 5,900

Program Fees Include:

Tuition, program costs, room and board and in-country travel.

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays
• Group living

Typically Participants Work

in Groups

Scholarships are Available

Living Routes offers need-based Scholarships to all who qualify and apply. To apply for our scholarships, please complete the Living Routes Financial Aid Application (Feel free to call to request one by mail). Applications for financial assistance will be reviewed only after you have been accepted into a program and will not be official until we receive your deposit confirming your participation.

Application Process Involves

• Phone/Video Interview
• Written Application

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network