Summer Step teams 2021 Summer teams: COVID-19 update It has been decided that due to the ongoing uncertainty, as well as the devastating impact of Covid-19 seen across much of Latin America, we will not be sending any teams this Summer. We are so disappointed to have taken this decision, but feel it is the right one. Our priority throughout this pandemic has always been the safety our team members, and those in the communities in which we work, and at the moment we do not feel it is appropriate to send teams. We are exploring other options for sending short term teams in early 2022, so please keep an eye on our website or send us an email if you’d like to be contacted when we have more information. We are still taking applications for the 2022 Stride programme and would love to hear from you if you’re interested. As ever, please get in touch if you have any questions, and we hope to welcome you onto one of the programmes soon. Summer Step | The basics Duration: 3-4 weeks Cost: £950 + flights We encourage each Step applicant to meet a specific financial target for their time away. This amount is a contribution towards the cost of running the Step programme and your participation in it. We do not want the personal financial contribution to be a stumbling block for anyone keen to serve in Latin America; therefore we look to support those who may find it genuinely difficult to meet this target. What does your contribution cover? Orientation before departure (residential)* Country specific training and materials Food and accommodation Health clearance and medical advice Project setup and supervision Residential debrief weekend Comprehensive insurance cover Admin costs - DBS, application process, resources etc. £50 towards project material e.g. bricks, paint, wood, cement, crafts/ art supplies etc. What's not covered? Return flights Vaccinations - some of them cost money Pre-departure UK travel - We usually book flights from London so you all fly out together as a team. Personal spending money Orientation We think it is of utmost importance to prepare our volunteers well and so hold a compulsory Orientation for all those wishing to take part in Step. It is a residential Orientation weekend (Friday-Sunday) so food and accommodation will be provided and the cost covered by your contribution target - all you need to do is get there! Looking to go for longer? We also run Spring Step teams from March-July. Teams go for a total of 16 weeks with an option to travel after - perfect for those on a Gap Year! Information days After you've sent in your application, you'll be invited to come and meet us at the Latin Link office in Reading. We're host a series of Step Information days, so you'll have the chance to meet others who are also interested in joining a team and hear more about the projects! Got questions? Take a look at some of the common questions asked by others! Step FAQs Can’t find what you’re looking for? Just email us at [email protected] and we’ll be here to answer any questions you have! Terms and conditions Feel free to contact us for more information on our terms and conditions, or click here to read our full booking conditions. Testimonials | Step 2019 Read more "My experience in Guatemala was so incredible; it was nothing I could’ve been prepared for. God has shown me what it’s to truly rely on his goodness through the amazing people I’ve met, who, through there serving hearts have shown me what it’s like to do everything for God’s glory. Since coming home I have this overwhelming sense of thankfulness in so many areas of my life, something I have learnt from those who have very little, yet are crying out in praise to the Lord for all that they have." Bethany B, 2019 "My favourite part of Step is how every person you meet impacts you in different ways. You might think the main reason you’re going out there is to help people in need, but most of the time, they are helping you. They demonstrate exactly what it’s like to live an honest and humble life in Christ, whilst being the happiest people you will ever meet. I genuinely am so thankful for seeing this with my own eyes." Holly Y, 2019