Insight Trip - Nicaragua Fall

Seeing the Real Nicaragua

Nicaragua is home to great beauty and passion. This Central American country possesses the natural beauty of both Pacific and Caribbean coasts, majestic volcanoes and a rich culture best known for its marimba music and warm hospitality.

Nicaragua’s economy is primarily focused on the agricultural sector. Despite ongoing effects of the Contra War in the 1980s, several recessions and natural disasters, a new sense of pride and confidence is driving Nicaragua’s farmers and artisans toward progress. Even though Nicaragua remains one of the poorest countries in Central America, this sense of hope is inspiring its youth to learn how to support their families by starting income-generating businesses.

To bolster this movement of hope, Opportunity launched the Nicaragua Community Economic Development Program in 2005 to assist with community development from within building upon local assets and investing in local economies. Our programs provide both individual and community-level investments to address sustainable solutions for entrepreneurs, their families and their communities. Travel with us to experience firsthand how Nicaragua is being built up and renewed day by day.

Itinerary

Thursday, September 29, 2016
Arrive in Managua, Nicaragua, where local Opportunity staff will meet you and take you to your hotel in Granada for check in.

Friday, September 30, 2016
Join your fellow travelers for orientation over breakfast before venturing off to visit Opportunity’s work. Meet clients in Managua and Masaya, including a Trust Group meeting. After lunch, visit the Emprendedora Technical school and the yucca plant to learn about an innovative curriculum model designed specifically for rural communities. Next, head to a local yucca plant to see the industrialization of yucca and other products. In the evening, join the group for dinner in downtown Granada.

Saturday, October 1, 2016
After breakfast, visit artisan clients and then meet a family on their farm for a glimpse of rural life in Nicaragua. In the afternoon, spend time at La Laguna community leadership initiative. Gather for dinner with your fellow travelers to debrief and share your experiences.

Sunday, October 2, 2016
Depart for home with wonderful memories, lasting friendships and a renewed spirit as you reflect on your role in Opportunity’s work to end poverty.

Registration deadline is September 9, 2016.

Cost

Payment to Opportunity International: $1,525

Includes: all meals and beverages, gratuity, local transportation, airport transfers, hotel accommodations (based on double occupancy and excluding incidentals), emergency evacuation insurance, partner and staff costs.

Does NOT include: US-Nicaragua airfare, shots, incidentals, passports, or souvenirs.

Get started! Contact Susana Georgescu in Opportunity’s International Education department at [email protected] or 312-487-5027.

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