CCS Programs Global Perspectives Experience
Guatemala
Liberation Theology in Action
Global Perspectives Experience in Guatemala
The next Global Perspectives Experience trip will be offered in 2006. (Dates to be announced)
This course is a required course for our Integrating Year students, but is also being offered as a Continuing Education Course. This course is being co-offered by the University of Winnipeg. The goals of the course are to:
Experience Liberation Theology in a Central American context
Foster critical awareness of the structures of oppression
Analyze marginalization and privilege as it relates to self and others
Develop an awareness and respect for a variety of cultures
The trip includes opportunities to explore community economic development projects, human rights work, health care, rural development and Mayan spirituality. The course includes a 2 day orientation in Winnipeg in September.
Cost: The exact cost is yet to be determined, but it is estimated to be upwards of $3200.00
An experience that will be forever memorable; An amazing experience; A kick in my comfort zone; Eye opening and heart expanding; Learnings and challenges to fill months of reflection.
-2002 Trip Participant
For more information please visit the website.