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CM5068 NGO Practicum

This practicum is about social transformation in West Africa. Study how non-government organizations in Senegal seek to transform society and the economy. Discover the world of NGOS and development in one of Africa’s most stable democracies. Visit a series of NGOs in Dakar and other cities looking at how they work and the way communications plays a vital role in their work. Study the problems they deal with, including access to education, nutrition, women’s rights. and reconciliation. Above all, discover how cultural dialogue works between actors from France, Senegal and the USA and how NGOs mobilize to improve people’s lives. Note that active participation is an essential requirement of this trip.
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Led by Professors Justin McGuinness & Waddick Doyle
Trip cost: €1995
(includes round-trip air transportation, hotel accommodations with breakfast, on-site transportation,
entrance fees, visits, professors’ trip costs, and VAT)
Last day to register/cancel: January 23* • Late cancelation fee: €1995
Payment for study trips must be made no later than February 4 for the Spring 22 semester.
Any concerns in this regard should be addressed to the Cultural Program & Student Accounting Services.
*Please note that cancelation policies are different for practicum, and must be discussed
with Academic Affairs and Cultural Program offices.