Brazil

"I don't think I can vacation any other way. I now feel that travelling needs to be an educational experience that goes in both direction: one way where you receive education from the host country and the other way where you give back/share yourself. "

Faridah Haji, Volunteer in Brazil

Cultural and Learning Activities in Brazil

Cultural and learning activities in Brazil include bi-weekly Portuguese classes, insightful discussions with guest speakers on topics such as local politics and Afro-Brazilian art, and trips to local churches and museums. Past guest speakers have included an architect who speaks about the history of Bahía and the importance of its architecture, and Paula Maria Santos, a journalist and expert on Brazilian culture, who discusses the influence of African culture and the beginning of slavery in Bahía. City excursions are also offered and may include a guided walk through the historical part of the city, a visit to African heritage sites, and tours of local art exhibits, museums, and artists’ studios. There is also time to travel outside the city to see the nearby fishing village or farms, take a boat to the islands, or visit a colonial town.

CCS offers the following programs in Salvador, Brazil:
Volunteer Abroad -- 2 to 12 weeks | Click for Start Dates
Insight Abroad -- 1 week | Click for Start Dates

Request more information about volunteering in Brazil or read more about the CCS Experience in Salvador, Brazil from the topics below:

Why Volunteer in Brazil?
Volunteer Work
Cultural and Learning Activities
Free Time
The Home-Base
In-Country Staff

Read stories and testimonials of participants who have volunteered in Brazil or watch one of our videos on volunteering abroad.