Applications for IMAP:Belize 2012 will be available in March, 2011.
In order to prepare for the trip to Belize, there are monthly mandatory meetings and a weekend overnight retreat. The meetings will address fund-raising, team building, cultural sensitivity, facts about Belize, social justice education, details about the trip, and spiritual reflection.
These meetings are mandatory and all students are expected to attend all meetings in their entirety, if you are not able to attend every meeting, then you are advised not to apply.
Each individual is responsible for raising a minimum of $1600. All funds must be procured by December 5, 2011. Students will be dropped from the trip if they have not met the minimal amount due. Individuals are expected to do their own fundraising. If you are unable to raise the $1600 through personal fundraising, then you will be held personally responsible for any deficits.
By signing the Statement of Intent, all individuals are expected to follow through with the financial commitment as well as the preparation commitments. The retreat and preparation meetings preceding the trip are an essential part of the experience, therefore, those with irresolvable schedule conflicts are advised not to apply.