Work: On the first week, volunteers will mainly participate in Life and Peace School and organize activities for local students. While at the school, a peace march will be done by following the path to DMZ. On the second week, volunteers will help local people with farming. Volunteers will experience various interesting cultures of the rural area in Korea. Location: Peace march to DMZ. Visit historical and cultural place. Partner: This workcamp has been organized together with ¡°Paroho Elm Village¡± since 2007. The village is located in Hwacheon County, north-east part of Gangwon province and the main income of the locals are based on farming. Hwacheon has the sad history of wars and the city is located very close to DMZ. Currently, the county wants to promote the area as a memorial place for peace. Therefore, the main aim of this project involves life and peace by sharing with students about the value of peace. Requirements: Interest in peace and agriculture. Bring some information. Accomodation and food: The local community center.-Food 1st week meals-Prepared, 2nd week meals-Cooking by volunteers.
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