Elections 2009: Shaping Bolivia's Future
Bolivia
Term: Fall, Winter
Dates: December 1-8, 2009
Description:
It is an exciting moment for Bolivia. The continent's first indigenous president, Evo Morales, has led a sweeping reform movement which not only gives presidents the ability to run for a second term, but also includes mandated indigenous representation in the government for the first time.
Highlights:
The 7-day trip is built around the 2009 presidential elections scheduled for Sunday, December 6. During this trip, you will look at political issues surrounding this election, including election mechanisms and the broader socio-political world that frames them. You will hear the party platforms, visit a variety of civic groups engaged in the process, get trained in the specifics of Bolivian electoral law, and observe the ballot-casting and counting on election day.
Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
Minimum Education: High School
Cost in US$: USD 1680
Cost Include Description:
This includes pre- and post-trip resource materials, in-country programming, language interpretation, honoraria for local resource people, all meals and lodging, ground transportation, fees for activities included in the program. This cost does not include roundtrip international airfare to Bolivia.
Experience Required: no
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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Participants Travel to Bolivia
Independently
Typically Participants Work
in Groups
Scholarships are Available. Mary Witt Scholarships may be available. For more information please contact Center for Global Education at Augsburg College
Application Process Involves:
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
Post-Program Services Include:
Year Founded: 1982
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