Action Amideast: Social Innovation Abroad - Tunisia

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Program overview

This is a distinctive summer education abroad opportunity for students to engage in community-based learning in a Tunisian workplace. The program includes a study component in Tunisian Colloquial Arabic or Tunisian Sign Language and a service-learning component through a Community-Based Learning course.

Applicants do not need prior Arabic study, knowledge of the region or study abroad experience to participate. Service-learning placements are available for students who speak English, American Sign Language, French and/or Arabic.

After acceptance, applicants submit a CV and statement of interest to guide selection of their worksite placement. Amideast makes every attempt to find a placement that suits each participant's interests and experience. Previous placement sectors include public health, psychology, migrant services, communication and journalism, labor rights and political science.

See the Application Portal for how to apply, housing and meals, courses and more. Key dates and application deadlines are maintained in the portal as well.