Participants will engage in candid conversations with pioneer organizers and sweatshop workers about working conditions and the challenge of building democratic unions that empower women to change their lives and the lives of their families. We will travel to a highland region from which many workers have migrated to Guatemala City and the United States searching for work. Participants will enjoy the lush mountainous terrain and beautiful Mayan arts and crafts while gaining a deeper understanding of the economic realities facing Guatemalans and the impact of migration on their families and communities. This delegation is open to women only. Participants must pay their own way to Guatemala City and cover incidental costs such as snacks and tips.
Scholarships are available.
Language instruction certificates are available from the language school.