During this week-long alternative break, students will be staying in downtown D.C. Throughout the week, students will work directly with organizations tackling critical issues of urban poverty. Such issues may include healthcare, education, food security, legal services, and affordable housing. Students will also learn about advocacy efforts and current political action surrounding urban poverty.
Apply here: http://communityoutreach.uconn.edu/alternative-break-application/
Applications due: October 28th at noon
Info Sessions:
Thursday, October 8 @ 5:15 pm in Oak 101 (for all Spring Break trips)
Monday, October 19 @ 5 pm in Oak 267 (D.C. specific)
For more information, contact: Erin at uconn.co.dc@gmail.com