Awakening Journeys 2004

Jagriti International Programs : Awakening Journeys

Awakening Journeys 2004

Cancelled due to security concerns

Safety is a primary concern for both our travelers and our partner women's groups. All Awakening Journeys are designed for maximum safety while offering participants a unique opportunity to experience the lives, work, struggles and hope of women in the region. The Jagriti International has consciously chosen to work in countries where women's rights, health, and futures are at grave risk. Despite the strides made by women's groups in the region, they cannot do it alone. They need the support of people around the globe who believe in their fight for justice and who are willing to bear witness to their efforts and courage. Leaving the relative safety of one's own home is an important first step in building bridges of peace and understanding between people of the world. We welcome you to join us for this special opportunity


Islamabad Pakistan RELIGION ON THE MOVE	Kabul, Afghanistan DEMOCRACTIC DESTINY	Bangalore, India BLOSSOMING FEMININE	Kathmandu, Nepal MOUNTAINS & SPIRIT	Trekking in Eastern Nepal
August 15-22	August 22-29	August 29- Sept. 5	September 5-12	Sept. 13-19

Join us as we travel to Pakistan, Afghanistan, India and Nepal to participate in Bridging Worlds Workshops organized and led by our 2003 Emerging Leaders and their organizations. This is a unique opportunity to meet and learn about the work of Jagriti's partner women's groups and to observe the democratic selection of Bridging Worlds Emerging Leaders for 2005. It's also a powerful and essential way to demonstrate global solidarity and sisterhood with the courageous and important work of women's organizations in the region.

Each workshop will last 2 days (3 in India) and the remaining time will be dedicated to experiencing the social, cultural, economic and religious life of women. Site visits to women's groups, study guides and lectures/discussions with local experts will provide an in-depth understanding of the status of women in each country. Visits to cultural sites and opportunities to support the local economy will also be included.

Travelers are invited to join us for one, two, three or four weeks (+ trekking), noting that each week we will be visiting a different country. Participants should plan to attend the first day in each country at which time an important cultural orientation will be provided. The price for each week is $1,200 - $1,700 and includes local hotel, food, travel, airport transfers, and tax. International airfare, visas, telecommunications, laundry and alcohol are not included. Hotel accommodations range from 2-3 stars depending upon the country. Single accommodations may be available for an additional fee. $100 per week donation will be requested for "gratitude grants" to be given to the women's groups visited. The maximum number of travelers is 15, so please make your reservations ($500 deposit) as soon as possible. A discount will be available for those participating in more than one week's journey.

Travelers must secure their own visas and international airfare, but the Jagriti International and our consulting travel agent will be available to facilitate these matters.