Community Business Development
by El Terreno
Program Overview
If you dream of immersing yourself in South America's Andean cultures amid snowcapped volcanoes, while making a real-world impact for rural communities, our International Changemaker Programme is for you.
As part of El Terreno's international community, you'll use your skills on social and environmental projects while discovering your purpose and building skills for a more successful life — no ma...
If you dream of immersing yourself in South America's Andean cultures amid snowcapped volcanoes, while making a real-world impact for rural communities, our International Changemaker Programme is for you.
As part of El Terreno's international community, you'll use your skills on social and environmental projects while discovering your purpose and building skills for a more successful life — no matter your age.
In Bolívar, small-scale farmers and entrepreneurs sell milk, grains and vegetables through layers of intermediaries, earning only a fraction of their value. Credit is costly, technical support is scarce and local cooperatives remain weak, keeping families trapped in cycles of poverty and migration.
Working side by side with farmers, artisans and young entrepreneurs, you'll bring f...
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Quick Details
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- Summer
- Business
- Development
- Sustainable Development
- Business
- Community Centers
Updated Oct 7, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Guaranda, Ecuador
Types & Subjects
- Fields
- Business
- Development
- Sustainable Development
- Causes
- Business
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Spanish
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- Summer
Starts At
- 1 week: $295
Refund Policy
Other
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The programme starts at $295/week (4-10 weeks), with discounts for stays of over 10 weeks and for the first 6 bookings. Exact cost depends on length of stay and any additional services chosen (extra meals, private accommodation, health insurance, classes, etc.)
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