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ArtCorps

Introduction

ArtCorps forms strategic partnerships with local development organizations in Central America in order to improve their capacity to educate, empower and mobilize communities. ArtCorps places Artists trained in Art for Social Action in communities served by the organizations. During one- to two-year placements, the Artists use murals, theater, stories, music, puppetry and other creative facilitation techniques to inspire and educate people to participate in improving their communities.

Types of Projects

Community building through artistic involvement.

Locations

Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Belize

Timeline

One year

Accommodations

Local housing

Prerequisites

Before applying to be an ArtCorps artist, please make sure that you meet these basic eligibility requirements: Available to work full-time with one of our partner organizations in Central America from January through December 2012 Spanish or English fluency Artistic training in any media Community development and group facilitation experience.

Costs

Once accepted as an ArtCorps artist, your financial responsibilities include: Your roundtrip travel A refundable deposit to reserve your place in the program. Personal expenses.

To Apply

For info and initial application, visit http://www.artcorp.org/Become-an-ArtCorps-Artist. The early application deadline is May 15, 2011 and the regular deadline is June 20, 2011.