Join us to learn, experience and understand South America. In the spring, we travel to South America to put things into perspective.
BRO is the shortness of Bistand, Reise and Oppdrag and can direct translate to Aid, Travel and Assignment.
You will gain experiences and learning that create commitment and action.
Do you want to get involved with people somewhere else in the world?
Do you want to know more about cultural understanding, aid work and North-South problems?
Would you like to travel and experience South America?
If so - then we think this is the subject for you!
You will receive introductory courses in Spanish and/or Portuguese. You will learn to cook South American food, learn Brazilian jiu jitsu, Capoeira and South American dance.
You will be involved in organizing and carrying out various fundraising campaigns. Get visits from aid and human rights organisations. There will also be time for fun social activities as well as local trips.
Trip to South America: The trip usually goes to Peru: Lima and Machu Picchu, Bolivia: La Paz and visit aid projects. Brazil: Orphanages in São Paulo and not least Rio de Janeiro!
Other important topics are:
- globalization
- human rights
- the world's refugee situation
- fair trade
NB!
Remember that Karmøy Folkehøgskule is the school where you choose 2 subjects. This means that if you choose the line BRO South America - you will also choose one of these lines: OutdoorActivity Extreme - Focus Asia & Japan - Backpack Photo Asia - Explore Norway & Iceland - Golf - Vocal & Performance - Energyboost - Tasty FoodExperience - Focus Europe