Claire spent a summer in Panama with Amigos de las Américas and shared the highlights of her experience with us below.   word of mouth Amigos de las Américas was … Read More

PARTNER SPOTLIGHT: THE WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL OF AUSTIN AMIGOS is excited to announce a new partnership with the World Affairs Council of Austin. Their programs and events, which focus on … Read More

ANNOUNCING 2016 PHOTO, VIDEO, AND ESSAY CONTEST WINNERS Over 500 participants spent this summer in the field immersed in a new culture and developing as young leaders. They built relationships … Read More

Reflections from the Field AMIGOS 2016 Essay Contest Winner My parents thought I was crazy when I told them about my interest in spending part of my summer in the … Read More

Reflections from the Field Putting Process Into Practice After five weeks on route in four different communities, I would like to humbly suggest an addendum to the age old saying, … Read More

Explore Latin America through Participant Videos High School and College students have been posting videos from their experiences in Latin America. You can explore the local communities, the unique foods, the welcoming … Read More

2016 Photo, Video, and Essay Contest We are excited to announce this year’s contest, where prizes are $100 and some AMIGOS swag! Summer 2016 Staff and Participants are invited to … Read More

The Unseen Gifts from Community Development I trembled with the white truck, its wheels struggling against the loose rocks on the dirt road. I trembled and devoured the sweet semita … Read More

#SomosAmigos #AmigosdelasAmericas To embark on a journey unlike any other, you pack your bags, remind your parents you will be just fine and get on your plane. You’re nervous, but … Read More

Welcome Home Summer 2016 Program Participants The last project group has arrived back home in the United States, thus completing another incredible summer of AMIGOS programs. WELCOME HOME!!! We are so … Read More