Study Abroad Opportunities
WATER: Water in Africa: Technology, Education & Reciprocity
WATER is a partnership between James Madison University, Gonzaga University and the Songhai Center. It is an international study abroad program focused on sustainable development is open to all undergraduate and graduate students in all majors.
The mission of the WATER program is to provide a service based learning experience to introduce University students and Songhai Center staff and interns to strategies for sustainable development in Sub-Saharan Africa. We believe education is the foundation of improving access to water and reducing poverty and early mortality in children.
As part of this study abroad experience, students may work with interns and staff at the Songhai Center in Porto-Novo, Benin to provide technology and knowledge transfer in the areas of:
- First-Aid Training
- Health Assessments
- Language Training
- Micro-financing
- Water Monitoring and Treatment
For more information please visit WATER
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