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Chat with us , powered by LiveChat . PleaseThe Washington DC Chapter training is youth-led, experiential learning that prepares volunteers for their AMIGOS experience, builds a community of youth and families with shared values, and develops life-skills to help volunteers succeed beyond AMIGOS. Training sessions are facilitated by the Training Team and include guests from the community and the Washington DC Chapter Board of Directors. SERVICE LEARNING The Washington DC Chapter incorporates service-learning into the AMIGOS training to add depth and first-hand experience to the curriculum. Service‐learning is a teaching and learning strategy that integrates meaningful community service with instruction and reflection to enrich the learning experience, teach civic responsibility and strengthen communities. As part of one of the overnight retreats, volunteers will work with a local Washington DC organization that serves the Latino community in the area. HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TRAINING PROGRAM INCLUDE: Unparalleled leadership development Cross-cultural awareness and understanding Health and safety training Opportunities to practice Spanish Creating a community of young people with shared values TRAINING CALENDAR Weekend of February 24-25 10 a.m. – 10 a.m. Sunday, April 28: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. Training | Parent Meeting 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday, May 11: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. Training | Despedida 5:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. Date TBD: Serving Learning Sunday. September 8: Welcome home party! (3-5 p.m. ET) FUNDRAISING GROUP FUNDRAISING The Washington DC Chapter of AMIGOS provides chapter discounts, offers financial assistance, and covers local program costs through fundraising activities. We chose these activities to maximize our ability to provide the AMIGOS experience to all volunteers without regard to family financial circumstances. Fundraising skills are an important component of AMIGOS training program and raise awareness of AMIGOS programs in the community. Volunteers receive considerable help with regard to fundraising strategies, and the experience gained in this effort will build important skills! LETTER...