WHAT IS BOUND FOR PEACE?
Bound for Peace is an experiential education program that sends volunteers to collaborate with youth in Latin America. We strive to facilitate meaningful service-oriented interactions that emphasize and respect the needs identified by community members, and cultivate educational experiences that illuminate the complexities and realities of lived experience among the youth with whom we work.  

BFP participants will develop hard work, deep critical reflection, and effective communication skills in order to facilitate workshops with the kids. volunteers will be exposed to the country's culture through excursions and different festivals taking place during your stay. Since the first BFP trip to Medellín in 2003, over one hundred volunteers have traveled with Children Beyond Our Borders. We are looking for passionate caring individuals who are open to sharing their love with our children   We would love to have you join our amazing team!

OBJECTIVES

Curriculum

Prior to our departure, all volunteers will participate in an extensive training process unique to Children Beyond Our Borders. Training for volunteers includes learning what makes an effective workshop, how to execute these workshops, background of the city and country traveling to, effective interpersonal communication skills with fellow volunteers and the children, and all important trip specific logistics.

Announcing our 2020 season

Program snapshot

  • Location: Medellín, Colombia 
  • Dates: July 1-13, 2020
  • Stay at hostel in El Poblado
  • Volunteer at a weekday residence for girls in Envigado
  • Experience the city and collaborate with IAMCBOB scholars
  • Site visits to local museums, universities, street art, sporting events, live music & more!
  • Spanish immersion opportunity, but not required!​​
*Dates may change by 1 to 2 days to accommodate flights

Learn more about BFP

    any Questions? Contact the BFP Director!

Make a donation to a volunteer to help them participate in a Bound For Peace trip.
​To request an official receipt from the non-profit, please contact the Service Trip Director using the field above.