Uganda Immersion: Youth, Development & Peace-Building
July 4th-19th, 2007
We are still taking applications for Ugandan participants:
Gulu: July 8-13, 2007
Kampala: July 4-7 and 16-17, 2007
Uganda lies today at a crossroads. This fall, peace talks brought about a cessation of hostilities in the 20-year civil war in northern Uganda; now is a critical time to examine the political situation and engage in the processes of reconstruction and reintegration. The end of the conflict brings with it dramatic challenges as well as opportunities. It is clear that youth will continue to be the driving forces behind development and peace-building in this fragile post-conflict environment. The goal of the Immersion is to provide a platform for Americans and Ugandans to explore the important role that youth play in post-conflict Uganda by sharing experiences, ideas, approaches, and strategies.
Participants will meet with political, academic, and cultural experts in fields such as development, conflict resolution, and post-conflict rehabilitation and will explore the many issues surrounding Uganda’s development by engaging with local communities in dialogue, cultural exchange, and direct service. They will also have the opportunity to travel throughout the country to obtain a unique and in-depth picture of contemporary Uganda.
Check out the Student Global Ambassadors page for information about GYPA's other student trips to Africa.