Youth Leadership Training Program

  Haiti

Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: May 21 - June 6 OR June 18 - July 14

Description: Do you know that over 90% of trees in Haiti have been cut down, leading to massive soil erosion and economic deterioration?

Join hands with youth leaders from Haiti to replenish the ecosystem of Haiti and to inspire local colleges, NGOs, and community organizations to take responsibility for the future of their country. You will receive hands-on training on environmental sustainability and trauma relief, and be able to return with concrete skills to immediately implement in any at-risk community you encounter. The Youth Leadership Training Program teaches you not only about reforestation and environmental sustainability, but about yourself   how to sustain your inner strength, idealism, and inspiration throughout your life.

All fees include: course fees, housing, food, local transporation. For fundraising tips, please contact Uma.

May 21 - June 6 - $600
June 18 - July 14 - $875

Highlights: YLTP expands your ability to live a happy, fulfilling and useful life. It breaks the boundaries of what you thought you were capable of, increasing your personal power, energy and focus, as well as leadership, teamwork and communication skills.

It challenges you to learn and embody the Art of Living, discover your potential and be the change you wish to see. Tapping your inner wisdom, you become a model of inner strength, joy and caring for the world. All this is nurtured by a deep connection with a loving and accepting team who dedicate themselves to the challenging and ultimately fulfilling work of personal growth and service.

YLTP focuses on providing stress and trauma relief and on environmental sustainability. Participants are prepared to teach a free trauma and stress relief course, and organize and implement community development projects. They will also learn about reforestation and creating sustainable ecosystems.

Qualifications: Participants must be 18 years of age and have a strong interest in service!

Cost in US$: $600 (May) OR $875 (June)

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: Open-minded, enthusiastic, ready to serve. Thirsty for self-knowledge and sensitive to others. Idealistic.

Age Range: 18 - 50

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and World Wide Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Haiti Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 20 - 100

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Art of Living Foundation's Mission Statement: The Art of Living Foundation is dedicated to serving society by strengthening the individual. We do this by offering programs that eliminate stress, create a sense of belonging, restore human values, and encourage people from all backgrounds, religions and cultural traditions to come together in celebration and service.

Year Founded: 1981