6-Month Africa

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Join EM's IMMERSION mission trip to Africa for 6 months!

Your team of college-age young adults will serve and grow together in several distinct cultures. Spend the first week training and team-building in the United States, learning more about EM's missions philosophy and what it means to "live your mission" wherever you go. Then board a plane with your teammates, immersing yourself into three unique African communities in South Africa, Lesotho and Namibia.

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South Africa

For almost 50 years, South Africa was dominated by an official system of racial segregation by the white minority rule known as Apartheid. While leaders and organizations have made an impact on the country, ethnic tensions still exist. Be a part of the continuing racial reconciliation and stand in the growing gap between the comfortably rich and the desperately poor.

Lesotho

Opportunities and resources in Lesotho are few. Agriculture is one of the main sources of work in the country and local farmers work hard to provide for their family. Get your hands dirty as you learn about farming techniques and challenges in rural villages. Partner with young adults who are working hard to create a better future for their communities.

Namibia

Namibia is diverse in its people groups and landscapes, with beautiful blue coastal towns and orange dunes in the desert. While half of the families in Namibia rely on agriculture, HIV/AIDS, unemployment and dependence on expensive imports have made life difficult. Make an impact serving at locals schools and churches in town or reaching out to kids in little-known desert communities.

What to Expect

What to Expect:

*Please note: IMMERSION team members are stepping into a different culture, where schedules and plans are likely to change. We expect all participants to come with flexibility and a willingness to embrace last-minute changes to schedules, ministry opportunities, and projects. That said, here are some examples of things past team members have done in this community:

Helped on farms
Helped students with homework
Cooked and served meals at schools
Taken part in construction, painting, and landscaping projects
Packed food parcels
Sorted storage units
Attended church in multiple languages (depending on host family)
Hosted a kids club (similar to VBS)
Played sports with locals
Played games with students
Shared messages at local churches
Participated in activities with host families
Explored and experienced live in the local community

Participant Requirements

Ideal Candidate:

Between age 18-30
Interested in pursuing the intersections of faith and serving others
Willing to engage in various projects and serve the local community
Able to adapt to a flexible schedule
Eager to participate in conversations with locals and build relationships
Able to do engage in physical labor (construction, farm work, painting)
Willing to adjust and abide by the norms of a different culture
Able to work through conflict and problem-solve well
Willing to follow and abide by safety guidelines and expectations

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IMMERSION team members!

Hear from past IMMERSION team members!

“IMMERSION was the most impactful and meaningful thing I have ever done. The authentic and loving relationships you will create are more meaningful then you could ever think.”

Eden P. 3-Month Belize IMMERSION

“IMMERSION is whatever you put into it, so give it everything, be self-sacrificing and lean into God through all of it. This has been one of the best experiences of my life, and I highly recommend it.”

Kailene C. 6-Month Africa IMMERSION

“Expect to be convicted and challenged, and learn how beautiful God is and how detailed he made every single person! Experience scripture coming to life, and understand more fully your calling in the world.”

Ian O. Costa Rica / Africa Gap Year IMMERSION

“IMMERSION shows you how God is the God of every language, every culture, and every country. Take the plunge! Chase after the Lord and see how truly incredible He is.”

Mary A. 3-Month Costa Rica IMMERSION

“Absolutely 100% no questions asked—GO! It will be the best month, 3 months, or 6 months of your life. You will learn and grow so much and experience so many things other people will never have the chance to.”

Erica H. 3-Month South Africa IMMERSION

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6-Month Africa

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