Isla Faculty-Led and Service Learning Trips

Isla faculty-led or service-learning trips provide an opportunity for students, friends, family, classmates or colleagues to come together on a short-term, high-impact project with one or more of the Foundation for Community Development and Empowerment's local partner grassroots organizations.

Ideally, these projects are designed around a group, such as a university course, club, or volunteer group, that is already engaged with a topic that aligns closely with the goals and priorities of our host communities. Any group with a genuine interest in developing a strong relationship with a community a world away can participate in this program.

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Program snapshot

• 1 – 6 weeks in the field
• Full work schedule, punctuated by visits to surrounding areas to add context to the program
• 6 – 18 participants per group
• 2 participants per host family
• Community‐driven project work based on community identified needs and participant abilities/interests
• Pricing is developed for each trip based on location and program structure

Participant criteria

• Past university coursework or work experience in fields related to our work
• Past work, volunteer or field experience, which demonstrates initiative and leadership
• Reasonable level of knowledge and interest in the chosen destination
• Experience with cultural and economic diversity
• Genuine respect, patience, and curiosity toward cultures in the developing world

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