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    CRCC Asia: Global Sustainable Development in Thailand

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    Details

    • Listing Type: Gap Year Programs
    • Program Delivery: Residential
    • Destinations: Thailand
    • Credit Awarded: College
    • Program Length: Other
    • Start Month: April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
    • Category: Environmental Conservation
    • Selective: No
    • Ages: 18, 19+, 19
    • Housing: Homestay, Hotel, Other
    • Application Fee: $1,594
    • Last Updated:January 2025
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    Overview

    In this 11-day program, delve into Thailand’s sustainable development efforts which aligns closely with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) from both urban and rural perspectives while enjoying a variety of cultural immersion activities. Engage in hands on activities and workshops like mangrove tree planting, sustainable product creation, explore innovative no-carbon village projects. Discover folding umbrella train market and more. The program is fully carbon neutral.

    Get ready for an unforgettable 11-day adventure in Thailand, where you'll explore how this amazing country is making sustainability a way of life! From big cities to peaceful rural villages, you'll dive into hands-on activities, learn about eco-friendly practices, and soak in Thai culture.

    Discover Thailand’s unique Sufficiency Economy Philosophy (SEP), which ties into the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Join exciting community-based tours, help plant mangrove trees, try your hand at organic farming, and make cool sustainable products like natural bio-extract soap and eco-friendly compress balls for Thai massages. You’ll also take part in workshops on upcycling and solar panels, and visit inspiring no-carbon village projects.

    That’s not all—explore Thailand’s stunning floating markets, enjoy a boat ride to the famous folding umbrella train market, and give back by joining a meaningful volunteering activity.  This program is 100% carbon neutral, making it perfect for those who want to gain practical knowledge on how local communities and cities are driving initiatives towards sustainability, while making a difference.