Community Engagement in South Africa with WorldStrides
by WorldStrides
Program Overview
Build your skills through a service-learning experience in Cape Town, one of the world’s most beautiful and culturally diverse cities. Partner with community organizations supporting education, disability services, and human rights while learning how local experts address challenges within their communities. Through hands-on service and guided reflection, you’ll strengthen your intercultural leadership skills and deepen your understanding of South African culture, with opportunities especially suited for students interested in education and disability services.
From the moment you arrive, our local team is here to support you with airport pickup, on-site guidance, cultural activities, and excursions that help you connect with the city and make the most of your experience abroad.
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- Multiple Year
- Summer
- Arts
- Business
- Community Centers
- Community Development
- Computer Training
- Counseling
- Culture
- Economic Development
- Education
- Gender Issues
- Grassroots Organization
- Health
- Health Care
- Health Education
- Human Rights
- Journalism
- Law
- Marketing
- Media
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Nutrition
- Public Health
- Small Business Development
- Social Work
- Special Needs
- Women
- Youth
- Youth Development
- American
- Canadian
Updated Aug 3, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Cape Town, South Africa
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- American
- Canadian
- This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University 5th Year or More
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Resume
- Transcript
Age Requirement
18-30
Duration
- Multiple Year
- Summer
Starts At
Refund Policy
Refund with conditions
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