Organizing for Grassroots Globalization April 18-20, 2001

On April 21, a binational protest against the FTAA negotiations in Canada will occur on the US/México border. During the days leading up to this historic event, Exploring California will be organizing a Solidarity Tour in the Tijuana - San Diego Area. The US/México border is ground zero in terms of what globalization's effects have been, and is a poignant example of what could happen to the rest of the Americas if the FTAA becomes a reality. Join us on this tour to witness first hand how the NAFTA has impacted communities on both sides of the border. Learn first hand why people are protesting the expansion of corporate-led free trade and its attack on environmental, labor, public health, and immigrants' rights. Develop relationships with local NGO's by participating in various projects they have created to improve their quality of life. Become part of the growing grassroots globalization movement, which is mobilizing to put economic, social, political and environmental justice at the center of international policy.

Note: Spanish language skills are highly recommended as you will be working closely with NGO's in Tijuana.

Program Highlights :
* Meetings with local NGO's in Tijuana on their current projects and programs
* Participants will engage in "Solidarity Projects" with NGO's on the Border
* Learn about the impacts by NAFTA to Public Health, the Environment, Immigrant and Workers Rights first hand
* Tour through the Maquiladora Industrial areas and the "colonias" where maquiladora workers live
* See the memorail comemorating the lives of Immigrants who have died crossing the US/Mexico Border due to increased Militarization
* Become part of the growing solidarity movement to end corporate globalization
* Much More!!!!

Cost : To be Announced

Price includes :
* Group Accomodations
* Two meals per day
* Placement with a local Solidarity Project
* Some Translation
* Guides
* Trip Leaders
* Full Itinerary
* Transportation

How to Register: This delegation will be as diverse as possible in terms of race, age and life experiences. We strongly urge people of color to apply. A limited number of partial scholarships are available for low-income applicants. Contact Xiomara about this trip. Or call us toll-free at 1-800-497-1994.

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