4-H Cultural Immersion Project – Puerto Rico
Tuesday, November 21 – Wednesday, November 29, 2023 – Castañer, Puerto Rico

The best way to understand a different culture is to immerse yourself in it. Apply to be part of the 4-H Cultural Immersion Project (CIP) experience in Puerto Rico. You will build multicultural skills and understanding, as well as an increased ability to communicate in the increasingly diverse society that we live in. You will experience both the Old San Juan urban area as well as life in the remote mountain town of Castañer. We will also be working with Puerto Rican youth in joint service projects and leading teambuilding activities for students at University Gardens High School.
Teens ages 15-18 (as of the date of the trip) are eligible for this 8-day service-learning experience. Teens must still be in high school to participate.

The cost of the experience is $1,400. The fee includes round-trip airfare, ground transportation, lodging, most meals, and all program fees.

Who: Teens ages 15-18 (by the date of the trip and still in high school)
Where: Puerto Rico (San Juan and the mountain village of Castañer)
When: November 21 – November 29, 2023
Application Deadline: July 14th, 2023
Cost: $1,400 (Includes airfare, ground transportation, most meals, lodging, and program fees)

The application can be found HERE