This summer, I'll be working with an organization called the Association for Development through Education (ADE). Here is a bit of information about some of the work that it's doing, taken from its website.
A new school:
"On February 10, 2010, a 7th-11th grade school was opened for students from San Rafael and the surrounding communities. A census taken by ADE indicates a 90% dropout rate after 6th grade for members of the region. ADE’s intention is to offer a high-quality, bilingual education so more students choose to continue their education and develop into community leaders."
A gardening initiative:
"Because ADE cares about the health of the community, a garden initiative was begun in May of 2010. Two different gardens will be planted near Casa Shalom. The first will be a model home garden meant to create dialogue with the community and generate interest in gardening at home. The second will contain cash crops and unique vegetables to be sold to vendors and restaurants, establishing income for the ADE secondary school."
Possibilities for a food coop:
"After the earthquake, the local store closed and was never reopened. Currently, locals must travel by taxi and bus to the city of Alajuela to purchase many foods. ADE will establish and manage a small grocery store to save local community members expensive trips to the city, create jobs, and provide a small source of income for the school."
ADE also hosts groups of U.S. students from universities and schools, allowing them to gain hands-on experience in one of the following areas: project planning and development, ecology, or Spanish immersion.
For more information, here are links to the organization's website and blog:
Website
Blog
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