Community Development
Broaden Your Horizons
Are you passionate about improving the communities IN-NEED?
- Take advantage of incredible opportunities that contribute to local communities, and get a sense of how you can use your talents to help
- Participate in projects with an environmental focus as you work to preserve and protect nature
- Make a difference in the lives of children and families through meaningful community service
- Connect with a new culture and make friends with like-minded interests
- Leave a lasting impact that will have a positive effect on the community for years to come
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Tackle community service projects that don’t require any prior experience – all that’s required is a desire to help!
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Learn firsthand how human communities and natural ecosystems are intertwined, and how environmental stewardship supports local community development.
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Join in and participate in the local customs as members of the community share with you their unique ways of life.
GLA Community Development Programs
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Costa Rica
Beachside Service Adventure
Experience the pure life—or Pura Vida—while giving back to a rural beach community.
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Dominican Republic
Caribbean Service Adventure
Appreciate the beauty, history and people of the island as you support development efforts in rural communities.
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Costa Rica
The Initiative for Children™
Embrace Costa Rica’s children and make an impact on the next generation.
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India
The Initiative for Children™
Make a difference in the lives of Indian youth as you discover authentic India, from the Taj Mahal to the royal city of Jaipur.
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Costa Rica
Middle School Service Adventure
Choose your own adventure: work with Costa Rican children in local schools or help to protect the country’s incredible wildlife.
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Morocco
Cultural Kaleidoscope™
Uncover the secrets of magical Morocco as you immerse yourself in unique spices, meaningful service, and smiles you’ll never forget.
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Peru
Service in the Sacred Valley™
The ancient Inca Empire is yours to discover while make a difference in the lives of rural youth.
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Costa Rica
Spring Break Beachside Service Adventure
Make an impact this spring break as you lend a hand in a rural Costa Rican beach community.