Global Projects
Want to see the world, meet new people, and make a difference in your global community? Expand your impact, and your horizons, by volunteering abroad with Global Projects! Our annual Global Projects are open to current students, recent alumni, and employees at the Ottawa, Perth, and Pembroke campuses become an engaged global citizen as you give back in a variety of capacities and join us for the experience of a lifetime!
Expand your Horizons with Global Projects
Interested in learning about future Global Projects? Please fill out our general interest form so you can be contacted when details become available for the 2020 – 2021 destinations.
2019 – 2020 Global Projects
In 2020, our volunteers are heading to Guatemala, the Dominican Republic, and Kenya. Get the details on each Global Project below!
Guatemala
Dates: February 22 – March 1, 2020 (9 days including travel)
Country: Guatemala
Region: Todos Santos
Community partner: Light Up the World
Their vision: Powering opportunity
Service program: Solar power system installation
Social issues explored: Renewable energy, sustainability, and economic development
Cultural activities may include: Solar power workshop, hike in Guatemalan highlands, city tour of Antigua
Cost: Approximately $3,600 CDN (this includes flight, insurance, meals, transportation, activities, and accommodations)
Check out photos of last year’s trip! If you have any questions, please email Guatemala trip advisor: Rebecca Sun, Co-Curricular Record & Volunteerism Coordinator, volunteer@algonquincollege.com.
Kenya
Dates: June 19 – 28, 2020 (10 days including travel)
Country: Kenya
Region: Maasai or Kipsigis Community
Community partner: ME to WE
Their vision: To empower people to transform local and global communities by shifting from “me” thinking to “we” acting
Service program: Community build
Social issues explored: Women’s rights, food security, education, healthcare, and access to clean water
Cultural activities may include: Village water walk, beading with Maasai Mamas, safari with a Maasai Warrior Guide, WE Village school visit, Maasai warrior weapons training
Cost: Approximately $4,000 CDN (this includes flight, insurance, meals, transportation, travel visa, travel vaccines, activities, and accommodations)
Check out photos of last year’s trip! If you have any questions, please email Kenya trip advisor: Rebecca Sun, Co-Curricular Record & Volunteerism Coordinator, volunteer@algonquincollege.com.