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Gap: Mi Llegada a Costa Rica

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  Mi llegada a Costa Rica   There were a lot of thoughts going through my head as I prepared to embark on my nine-month…

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Santa Elena: A Wonderful Town


Santa Elena: A Wonderful Town   The roosters rise before dawn, it’s 2 a.m. in the morning. I roll over and try to drift off to…

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Coclé: Halfway Through


Coclé: Halfway Through   Now that we are halfway through the project, I can confidently say this is the experience of a lifetime. I’ve been…

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Santa Elena: Tasty Food and Happy People


Santa Elena: Tasty Food and Happy People   By: Sam Gray Since being dropped off in a new environment, I have seen nothing except happy…

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Los Santos: Despedidas


Los Santos: Despedidas   The despedida was nice, but it was also sad to say goodbye to my host family. Especially since I had just…

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La Sierra: A Week in Our Life


La Sierra: A Week in Our Life   We spent our first 4 days in Ecuador at Learnaya farm in Cuenca. Groups of students worked…

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Tierras Altas: Until Next Time


Tierras Altas: Until Next Time   Good morning, afternoon, or evening dear families! The Tierras Altas team has remained active in various activities, and for…

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Chimborazo: Goodbyes


Chimborazo: Goodbyes Oliver I’m Oliver and my experience in my community has been nothing short of wonderful. Incredibly proud of myself for overcoming the intense…

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Montañas y Mar: From Sloths to Sugarcane


From Sloths to Sugarcane: A week for Montañas y Mar   Hi everyone! Our names are Elsie, Molly, and Flora and we are a part…

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Sarah and Justin have a special message for you!✨ Enjoy a spectacular night in San Francisco, California while making a difference for AMIGOS and our next generation of young leaders!

Join us at the #AdelanteBenefit on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at the Julia Morgan Ballroom. Get your Adelante Benefit tickets this week on our website or the link in our bio!

🌎 Bid on your chance to win amazing prizes during our auction and raffle, including an AMIGOS alumni and supporter trip next summer!

🌟 Let’s come together to provide more youth with powerful global experiences that transform how they see themselves in the world.

🎟️ Visit our website or the link in our bio to learn more! amigosinternational.org/adelante-benefit.

Sarah and Justin have a special message for you!✨ Enjoy a spectacular night in San Francisco, California while making a difference for AMIGOS and our next generation of young leaders!

Join us at the #AdelanteBenefit on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at the Julia Morgan Ballroom. Get your Adelante Benefit tickets this week on our website or the link in our bio!

🌎 Bid on your chance to win amazing prizes during our auction and raffle, including an AMIGOS alumni and supporter trip next summer!

🌟 Let’s come together to provide more youth with powerful global experiences that transform how they see themselves in the world.

🎟️ Visit our website or the link in our bio to learn more! amigosinternational.org/adelante-benefit.
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🌟 Don’t forget! TONIGHT is the night for the AMIGOS Social Impact Accelerator Info Session!

📅 Date: Sep. 6, 2023
⏰ Time: 
• 5PM Pacific - 7PM Central - 8PM Eastern
• 6PM San José, CR - 7PM Ciudad de Panamá - 7PM Quito
📍 Location: Zoom - visit the link in our bio to sign up!

👉 This free, bilingual, and virtual program, sponsored by Capital Plus Financial, gives AMIGOS alumni the opportunity to implement a service project in their own community, and in turn, earn 30 service hours!

💚 AMIGOS & Capital Plus Financial will provide you seed funding to help kick-start your service project to the next level!

👉 Past S.I.A. projects across the U.S. and Latin America include beach cleanups, tutoring events for children, creating community gardens, murals, a “roll to school” day, and much more!

⚠️ The deadline to apply for the S.I.A. is September 15th, 2023. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity and reserve your spot today! Sign up or learn more by visiting amigosinternational.org/social-impact-accelerator.

(The S.I.A. begins early in October. It is self-paced and flexible to fit your unique schedule!)

🌟 Don’t forget! TONIGHT is the night for the AMIGOS Social Impact Accelerator Info Session!

📅 Date: Sep. 6, 2023
⏰ Time:
• 5PM Pacific - 7PM Central - 8PM Eastern
• 6PM San José, CR - 7PM Ciudad de Panamá - 7PM Quito
📍 Location: Zoom - visit the link in our bio to sign up!

👉 This free, bilingual, and virtual program, sponsored by Capital Plus Financial, gives AMIGOS alumni the opportunity to implement a service project in their own community, and in turn, earn 30 service hours!

💚 AMIGOS & Capital Plus Financial will provide you seed funding to help kick-start your service project to the next level!

👉 Past S.I.A. projects across the U.S. and Latin America include beach cleanups, tutoring events for children, creating community gardens, murals, a “roll to school” day, and much more!

⚠️ The deadline to apply for the S.I.A. is September 15th, 2023. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity and reserve your spot today! Sign up or learn more by visiting amigosinternational.org/social-impact-accelerator.

(The S.I.A. begins early in October. It is self-paced and flexible to fit your unique schedule!)
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🏡 Austin, TX locals! Host an incredible experience this fall by welcoming Colombian and Ecuadorian Youth Ambassador volunteers into your home for 12 days! Dates: September 8–September 19, 2023.

Share your traditions, learn about theirs, and make unforgettable memories together in Austin!🇨🇴🇪🇨 To apply, visit the links in our bio (FAQs and Interest Form) or send us an email at yap@amigosinternational.org.

Learn more at amigosinternational.org/youth-ambassadors-program.

AMIGOS partners with the U.S. Department of State to administer the Youth Ambassadors Program for outstanding youth from Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, and Uruguay ages 15-18. This program combines leadership development, cultural exchange, and community service!
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#austintexas #hostfamilies #austinlocals #highschoolexchange #culturalexchange #spanishimmersion #atx #austinlife #austinevents #austinmoms #youthleadership

🏡 Austin, TX locals! Host an incredible experience this fall by welcoming Colombian and Ecuadorian Youth Ambassador volunteers into your home for 12 days! Dates: September 8–September 19, 2023.

Share your traditions, learn about theirs, and make unforgettable memories together in Austin!🇨🇴🇪🇨 To apply, visit the links in our bio (FAQs and Interest Form) or send us an email at [email protected].

Learn more at amigosinternational.org/youth-ambassadors-program.

AMIGOS partners with the U.S. Department of State to administer the Youth Ambassadors Program for outstanding youth from Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, and Uruguay ages 15-18. This program combines leadership development, cultural exchange, and community service!
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#austintexas #hostfamilies #austinlocals #highschoolexchange #culturalexchange #spanishimmersion #atx #austinlife #austinevents #austinmoms #youthleadership
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🎥 Are you ready to show off your video skills? It’s your change to create a TikTok or Instagram Reel that captures your AMIGOS Summer 2023 experience! The winner will get a $50 Amazon or REI gift card!

💚 Send us your videos at marketing@amigosinternational.org by September 24, 2023. AMIGOS staff will watch all your videos and determine the winner of the $50 Amazon or REI gift card!

You can use photos and videos from your shared AMIGOS photo folder or use the videos and photos you collected. You may also record yourself talking about the experience or even hop on a trend that may relate to your AMIGOS trip. It’s your time to get creative!

🎉We can’t wait to see what you come up with!

🎥 Are you ready to show off your video skills? It’s your change to create a TikTok or Instagram Reel that captures your AMIGOS Summer 2023 experience! The winner will get a $50 Amazon or REI gift card!

💚 Send us your videos at [email protected] by September 24, 2023. AMIGOS staff will watch all your videos and determine the winner of the $50 Amazon or REI gift card!

You can use photos and videos from your shared AMIGOS photo folder or use the videos and photos you collected. You may also record yourself talking about the experience or even hop on a trend that may relate to your AMIGOS trip. It’s your time to get creative!

🎉We can’t wait to see what you come up with!
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