Panama: Tierras Altas
Stewardship and Sustainable Harvests
| Length | Training Dates |
In-Country Dates |
Ages | Application Deadline |
Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session A - Closed | 3 Weeks |
Online training on COVID-19, health and safety, mental health, travel, and AMIGOS history before departure. Leadership and orientation training take place in-country. |
June 7–27, 2023 |
15–19 | The deadline for Session A has passed. Please email our Admissions team with any questions at [email protected] |
$4,375 – Local Chapter (Find out more about joining AMIGOS through a local chapter here) $5,875 – National Chapter Fees include all in-country expenses. Flight costs are not included. |
| Session B - Full | 3 Weeks |
Online training on COVID-19, health and safety, mental health, travel, and AMIGOS history before departure. Leadership and orientation training take place in-country. |
July 5–25, 2023 |
15–19 | This session is full. Click here to join the waitlist. |
$4,375 – Local Chapter (Find out more about joining AMIGOS through a local chapter here) $5,875 – National Chapter Fees include all in-country expenses. Flight costs are not included. |
Online training on COVID-19, health and safety, mental health, travel, and AMIGOS history before departure. Leadership and orientation training take place in-country.
June 7–27, 2023
$4,375 – Local Chapter (Find out more about joining AMIGOS through a local chapter here)
$5,875 – National Chapter
Fees include all in-country expenses. Flight costs are not included.
Online training on COVID-19, health and safety, mental health, travel, and AMIGOS history before departure. Leadership and orientation training take place in-country.
July 5–25, 2023
$4,375 – Local Chapter (Find out more about joining AMIGOS through a local chapter here)
$5,875 – National Chapter
Fees include all in-country expenses. Flight costs are not included.
Homestay. Maximum enrollment is 20 volunteers, with two spots reserved for Panamanian students.
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Get two college credits for this project! Find out more here.
Earn 36 service hours!
Sancocho de gallina – chicken soup with vegetables and yucca
Hojaldres – fried dough
Tamales – spiced meat filling in corn dough, wrapped in banana leaves, and cooked
Dive deep into Panamanian culture by living with a host family! You’ll get to practice your Spanish and spend time with your host family and local community members. You will learn to prepare local food such as sancocho or hojaldres.
Many of the host families have small farms or gardens where they harvest their own vegetables and fruit. Some of the families even distribute their food throughout the whole country! During your day-to-day activities on the project, you will learn how environmental challenges and climate change are impacting agriculture.
This project takes place in the highlands of Panama near the border with Costa Rica. We will be in the Chiriquí Province, also known as the agricultural capital of the country because around 80% of the fruit and vegetables come from farms in the area.
Through field visits to environmental organizations that promote sustainable and chemical-free agriculture, and by learning from local people, you will learn about practices like cultivating fertile soils to guarantee the long-term supply of food and minimize the effects of global warming.
In addition, you’ll get to visit protected areas in Chiriquí and support the Ministry of the Environment with trail maintenance projects in these reserves.
You’ll take part in community service activities with environmental and agritourist organizations and organic farms.
Learn how to create ethical service initiatives by working with–not for–a community, engaging local organizations and partners, and evaluating the impact of your work. AMIGOS works with trusted local partners that are passionate and committed to working with our volunteers on community service projects.
Cultural humility is a process of both self-reflection about your own culture as well as learning about other cultures. You will examine your own beliefs and cultural identity and gain an understanding of how structural racism has impacted societies and the roles that communities can take to lead systemic change.
Learn, grow, and discover your leadership potential! Explore your sense of purpose and start to establish your personal goals and values through introspection and inquiry.
Travel off the beaten path and to must-see spots in Panama! You’ll travel as a group to experience unique destinations like extinct volcanoes, cloud forests, and waterfalls. You’ll get to see these places from the distinct perspective of someone who has spent time in that country and learned about the culture firsthand. Plus, you’ll bond with their fellow volunteers and have fun!
AMIGOS is the industry leader in health and safety management. Our staff is prepared to help you with any situation that may arise. Each volunteer receives a personalized emergency plan, as well as support from local staff teams and a professional 24-hour On-Call Safety Team of travel specialists, doctors, and mental health specialists. A Health and Wellness Coordinator is on staff with the group throughout the duration of their stay. AMIGOS also has an established network of vetted medical clinics and hospitals throughout the region.
Prepare for AMIGOS through guided training in topics like: cultural humility, health and safety, emotional intelligence, travel safety, Spanish, leadership, and team building.
Upon arrival in the field, you’ll start country-specific training with your group. During your time abroad, you’ll meet regularly with an AMIGOS staff member who serves as your mentor.
My favorite part of the project was building connections with those around me. I got to meet so many interesting people from all over the country and from Panama. I made friendships that will hopefully last a lifetime.
—Kate, Volunteer in Panama, 2022
Counting down the days until our volunteers arrive in Latin America!🌎💚
We’re getting everything ready for our Amigos - from setting up accommodations to meeting with our local partners, we can’t wait to make this summer unforgettable.
Thank you Maia for this awesome video from Costa Rica!😍
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*There may be some spots available for select projects - DM us for details!
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Guess who’s already in Panamá? One of our amazing project directors, Carolina!🇵🇦❤️
Today is officially the LAST day to apply for AMIGOS 2023 summer programs.
👉 Let’s make a difference together and create lasting memories! Submit your application by midnight tonight.🌎✨
Need any help with your application? Send us a DM!
Are you looking for the chance to reconnect with long-time friends through the AMIGOS community? Save the date for the Adelante Benefit - Saturday September 23 in San Francisco!
You also will not want to miss out on the next virtual silent auction. Get ready to bid on some amazing items this September!
🌁 Learn more: amigosinternational.org/adelante-benefit
En este día tan especial, queremos agradecer a todas las madres anfitrionas en América Latina por abrir sus hogares y sus corazones a nuestros voluntarios.
Su calidez y hospitalidad han tenido un impacto duradero en las vidas de nuestros voluntarios, y nos sentimos sumamente agradecidos por su inmenso cariño. ¡Feliz Día de la Madres!💐💗
Today, we want to express our gratitude to the wonderful host mothers in Latin America who have opened their homes and hearts to Amigos volunteers throughout the years.
Your warmth and hospitality have made a lasting impact on our volunteers’ lives, and we are truly grateful for your kindness. Happy Mother’s Day!❤️🌹
¡Hola Amigos! We’re so excited to share 2 updates!🤩 Our application deadline has been extended to Monday, May 15. So head to our website and check out the very limited spots available that we have for this summer!
Also, can you believe AMIGOS project directors are in Latin America already?😍 Karol and Will recorded these messages from Costa Rica checking in.
🇨🇷 Our Costa Rica: Pezeta project has 1 spot left for Session B and 3 spots left for Session C.
☕️ The Los Santos project just closed, but there is some availability on Ecuador: Santa Elena and Panamá: Coclé!
Send us a DM if you need help with your application. We’re here to help!😊🙌💚
We’re just a few HOURS away from closing our 2023 AMIGOS applications!!🌎💚
Got any questions, need help applying or need a last minute deadline extension? Contact us at [email protected] or set up a call with us! DM us and we’ll send you a link to register.
See you very soon in Latin America!!🤗🎉✈️
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¡Un llamado especial a nuestros seguidores ecuatorianos!🇪🇨❤️ Buscamos familias anfitrionas en Cuenca, Ecuador para nuestro programa Jóvenes Embajadores con voluntarios estadounidenses.🇺🇸🌎
¡Se parte de esta experiencia inolvidable!
Si estás interesado, envíanos un mensaje directo por Instagram o escríbele a nuestro coordinador Nicolás: [email protected]
💻¿Listo para aplicar? Llena el formulario para familias anfitrionas: ami.gs/3VjXHJg.
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It’s happening!!🤩 AMIGOS Summer 2023 applications close TOMORROW, May 9!
Start packing your bags and get ready for an unforgettable summer in Latin America!🧳
Head to our website: amigosinternational.org/summer-programs or click the link in our bio to submit your AMIGOS application!🌟
👉 LAST SPOTS LEFT:
• Costa Rica: La Brunca B - Only 1 spot left!
• Costa Rica: Pezeta B - Only 1 spot left!
• Panamá: El Pacífico C (Ages 13-14) - Only 1 spot left!
• Costa Rica: Montañas y Mar B - 3 spots left
• Costa Rica: Pezeta C - 4 spots left
• Panamá: El Pacífico D (Ages 13-14) - 4 spots left
• Costa Rica: La Bahía (Ages 13-14) - 6 spots left
• Ecuador: Santa Elena and Panamá: Coclé (4 weeks) - Open!!✈️
Contact us at [email protected] if you need any help with your application. Happy applying!🥳🌎💚
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