Description:
Learn Spanish in a political and cultural context! The Melida Anaya Montes Language School is an exciting solidarity project based on the opportunity for cultural exchange between Salvadorans and internationals who are interested in political, social, and economic development that is based on equality. The School is housed in and part of the Centro de Intercambio y Solidaridad (the CIS), which was founded in 1993 to contribute to the construction of a truly democratic post-war El Salvador. We encourage Spanish students to participate in our Political-Cultural Program in addition to language classes, which uses immersion and experiential teaching techniques to explore various topics relating to social justice and the social movement.
Highlights:
We have a network of host families for homestay opportunities. Additional programs at the CIS include: a Human Rights Network, Solidarity Partnerships, Grassroots Organizing, Delegations and Brigades, Salvadoran Enterprises for Women, and Solidarity Crafts.
Language:
Spanish
Language Used As A Medium of Teaching:
English
and Spanish
Cost in US$: $182.50 to $222.50/Week
Cost Includes: Weekly prices: Spanish School; $100 for 20 hours of class (8am to 12pm Mon-Fri) + Administrative Fee; $12.50 (only for 1st month of study) + Application Fee; $25 (one time fee). Political-Cultural Program; $40 for 4 afternoons (some weekends) of activities. Homestay; $70, includes breakfast & dinner everyday. Private classes are available for $10/hr.
Experience Required: no
This Program is open to
American,
Australian,
Canadian,
European,
Kiwi,
South African
and Worldwide
Participants.
.
Participants Travel to El Salvador
Independently
Or
in Groups
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Or
in Groups of no more than 4 students per class
Application Process Involves:
Typically The Application Process Time Is 1 week
Centro de Intercambio y Solidaridad's Mission Statement: The CIS mission is to promote solidarity and cultural exchange across borders between the Salvadoran people and others in the search for development and dignity. We work to promote and strengthen a culture of solidarity that implies accompaniment, respect for equality of different cultures, and mutual support between people. We focus on using different strategies to promote a solidarity that creates the space for grassroots organization for Justice and Dignity. We operate on a model of innovation and participation.
Year Founded: 1993