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Service Learning and Global Travel Company Rustic Pathways Launches Scholarship Trip to Tackle Race in America
[October 19, 2017]

Service Learning and Global Travel Company Rustic Pathways Launches Scholarship Trip to Tackle Race in America


Rustic Pathways, the leading provider of authentic travel, service learning, and adventure programs, today announced the launch of its Race in America program to educate high school students on the complicated history of race, identity, and collective action in the United States. The newest addition to Rustic Pathways' Critical Issues series, Race in America aims to equip 10-15 of tomorrow's leaders with the understanding and insight to discuss and respond to racial issues at a high level. The 17-day experience examines modern race relations and inequalities through a historical perspective, exploring issues related to privilege and racial barriers through workshops and local culture.

"This program is more than just a conversation about historical racism. It's an exploration of history's influence on the current experiences of communities of color - from the many challenges and barriers to the triumphs and progress achieved in pursuit of equality," said Chris Stakich, CEO of Rustic Pathways. "If we don't find a way to come together as one nation, racism will continue to permate our country - which is why we've created Race in America. Our mission at Rustic Pathways is to create a world where all people are connected through a shared humanity, and decisions are made with a global perspective."



During the Race in America program, students will travel as a group with facilitators to Philadelphia, PA; Gettysburg, PA; Washington, DC.; Baltimore, MD; Birmingham, AL; Selma, AL; the Mississippi Delta; and New Orleans, LA, immersing in new environments and learning the local history. While traveling, students will take a hard look at the history of slavery and segregation, study civil rights at the epicenter of the movement, talk about current challenges for black communities, visit museums and landmarks, and learn from organizations and individuals making strides in creating equal opportunity for all.

The trip is the company's second By Invitation Only course, following the Peace, Wonder, and Understanding Islam trip to Morocco in 2016. By Invitation Only trips are supported by scholarships and are completely free for the students to ensure that they can access conversations with their generation without cost barriers. The application period for Summer 2018 opens October 17th. To learn more about Race in America, to nominate a student, or to apply, visit https://rusticpathways.com/programs/race-in-america/.


About Rustic Pathways

Education. Travel. Philanthropy. Believing in the transformative power of travel for the past 30 years, Rustic Pathways offers students more than 100 opportunities across 21 countries, including summer travel, spring break, gap year, college, and Critical Issues programs. These programs give students the opportunity to travel and give back to the local community during their personal time. As a result, in 2016, Rustic Pathways impacted 37,491 lives around the world. For more information, visit www.rusticpathways.com


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