Training Programs
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FSD training programs are highly immersive, bringing students, professionals, and retirees on-site to support critical grassroots initiatives. Rather than work on aid-based, short-term projects, participants collaborate with community partners to enhance local capacity to address health, social, environmental, and economic issues. With ongoing support from FSD Site Teams, all programs include: orientation, family homestay, language and grassroots development trainings, seed Grant + access to additional funding for strong projects, hands-on project development experience, debriefing sessions, cultural activities, and access to FSD's Alumni Connect program. |
Program Sites |
| Argentina • Bolivia • India • Kenya • Nicaragua • Uganda | |
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| Microfinance & Microenterprise • Health Youth Development & Education Gender Equity • Human Rights Environmental Sustainability • Appropriate Technology |
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Intern Abroad (9-52 Weeks for students & recent grads)
Intern Abroad offers students and young professionals intensive training and comprehensive experience working with an FSD Community Partner on local development projects. Learn more ► |
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ProCorps Volunteering (1-12 Weeks for folks with expertise in specific areas)
ProCorps Volunteering is an ideal short-term international volunteer experience, where you work directly with our partners to effectively apply your expertise to pressing community needs worldwide. Learn more ► |
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Global Service Trips (1-5 weeks for groups of 8+)
Global Service Trips allow groups to provide short-term, high-impact support to pressing community development initiatives. Learn more ► |
FSD offers additional programs for colleges and universities around the world. Please visit our University Partner section to learn more about these programs.


