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August 11-19th 2007 in Bedford, Virginia USA
Deadline: June 29, 2007
About the Camp
What will I be doing?
How do I sign up?
Application
Parent Consent Form
Program Description
About The Camp
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Are you interested in other cultures, conflict resolution, or a unique chance to promote understanding between the U.S. and Iraq? If yes, CHECK THIS OUT!
The 2007 Global Citizens Camp will bring American high school students, between the ages of 15 and 18, together with high school students from Iraq for an incredible chance to learn about each other's life and culture. Students from both nations will share ideas for peace-building and community action, and use their talents to make a difference both locally and globally!
The Global Citizens Camp is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, as a part of a month-long program, in which Iraqi high schools students will live with an American host family, then attend the 2007 Global Citizens Camp and lastly spend a week in Washington, DC! The camp is being coordinated by the joint efforts of Legacy International, AMIDEAST, Sister Cities International and the Denver Regional Council of Governments.
This is unique chance for American students to play a role in international relations between the U.S. and Iraq, at a time when it is needed most!
Youth Participants Will:
- Develop understanding between cultures
- Take part in interactive discussions, guest speakers, and role playing
- Discuss differences in Iraqi and American: home life, family, dating, highschool experience, stereotypes and hopes and dreams for the future
- Use diversity to foster leadership and positive change in our world
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* LEARNING ABOUT OTHERS: Cross-Cultural Workshops
Encourages students to share ideas and improve their leadership skills!
- Dialouge, debate and communication skill building
- Dealing with misconceptions, religious differences and prejudice
- Learning about leadership styles and roles
- Cooperative problem solving and conflict resolution
- Motivating others for action
There will be:
Arts (pottery, creative writing, drawing, painting etc.)
Athletics (soccer, swimming, volleyball, touch football, basketball, frisbee, etc.)
Learn American or Iraqi folkdance!
There will also be access to sports fields, spaces for hanging out, and open art studios.
Athletics (soccer, swimming, volleyball, touch football, basketball, frisbee, etc.)
Learn American or Iraqi folkdance!
There will also be access to sports fields, spaces for hanging out, and open art studios.
* LEARN SOME ARABIC- U.S. students will have the chance to attend daily Arabic language classes
* Housing: Participants will be housed in Cabin Groups containing both Iraqi and U.S. campers. Cabins are comfortable and surrounded by beautiful nature. Each group will have one adult counselor who is trained in cross-cultural communication and conflict resolution.
How do I sign up?
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Applicants must submit the following by June 29, 2007
- Parent/Guardian consent form
- One letter of recommendation (from a teacher or community service leader)
- Enclose a photo of yourself (optional- this helps us put a face to your application!)
Mrs. Bethany Rehling, Sister Cities International
1301 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Suite 850
Washington, DC 20004
Email: brehling@sister-cities.org Fax: 202-393-6524
Cost Information:
There is no cost to apply. Applicants who are selected for the camp will be notified by the week of July 6, 2007. If you are selected to attend the Iraqi-American Global Citizens Camp, a tuition cost of $575 (does not include airfare) can be paid after your application is selected.
For questions please contact:
Bethany Rehling at 202-347-8630 X 8252
or Atefeh Leavitt at 540-297-8710.