Author: Adventures

An Adventure Awaits You In Kenya! Rolling grasslands and wildlife safaris offer the best side of Kenya, but they also hide the side of Kenya that no one wants to imagine.   Beautiful Massai tribes and breath-taking big game demand exploration. With a population of nearly 32 million people, Kenya is wrapped in a history of culture deeply enveloped in tradition and honor.   Yet poverty and corruption plague the people of Kenya. Kenyans have always struggled for independence with constant attacks and turmoil. Civil unrest following the 2007 elections tore the country apart,...

An Adventure Awaits You In Swaziland! A tragic truth lurks among the stark beauty of the African hills.  The beauty of Swaziland, a tiny nation tucked in between South Africa and Mozambique, surprises most people. While the incredibly breath-taking geographical features may remain a well-kept secret, Swaziland has one tragic secret it cannot hide: AIDS.  No country has been more ravaged by this deadly disease. With the highest rate of AIDS infection in the world, AIDS has affected almost every family in Swaziland.  Poverty is rampant. Families infected with HIV have...

It’s not too late to apply! We extended the application deadline- we still have a few spots to fill! An Adventure Awaits You In Peru! The ancient Incan civilization of Machu Picchu tells the history of the Peruvian people, but Peru’s future is poised for change. The birthplace of several ancient civilizations, present-day Peru is home to an assortment of indigenous groups that blend into a unique and beautiful culture. Sadly, the people of Peru struggle with high levels of poverty and class inequality. Government corruption hinders Peru’s economic development and the...

 An Adventure Awaits You in Thailand! Behind Thailand’s beautiful beaches, the Thai people’s ever-smiling faces, and the lush tropical jungles lies a terrible secret: modern day slavery.   As the Thai economy strengthens and the natural beauty draws visitors, conflicts in neighboring Burma send hundreds of thousands refugees into Northern Thailand.   Buddhism teaches the Thai people that their futures are predetermined by karma. The people of Thailand often feel at fault for their nation being in turmoil, filled with natural distasters, poverty, trafficking...

An Adventure Awaits You In The Philippines! A beautiful nation made up of seven-thousand islands,  tourists often miss the prevelant poverty and pain in the every day lives of the Filipino people.  Many Filipinos earn less than 15 cents per day, classifying them as “ultra poor” on the poverty scale. While most of the nation is considered Christian, many of the people have yet to encounter the powerful love and hope of Christ in their lives. You may work alongside local organizations like Kids International Ministries or connect with a local church with a heart for...

It’s not too late to apply! We extended the application deadline- we still have a few spots to fill!   An Adventure Awaits You In Ireland!   Do you have a love for winding roads, green pastures, and ancient castles? Do you want to share the hope you have as a Christian?  Ireland’s children need a safe place to hang out.  Ireland is a beautiful country made of warm and friendly people who are looking for their identity in a new era of peace. Irish children and youth have similar lives to Americans. They struggle with suicide, divorced parents, alcohol and...