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Spring 2020 Ecuador SST has Begun!

Jan 09 2020

The Spring 2020 Ecuador unit has arrived in Quito and has been safely delivered to their lodging at the Cofan Survival Fund facilities.  Their first couple of days will include a host of orientation activities, including introductions to the public transportation system and a first look at the Historic Quito City Center.  Students will head to their host families on Saturday afternoon to begin the process of integrating into their new Ecuadorian family.  Know that students and leaders think of their family and friends back home often and we deeply appreciate your thoughts, prayers, and support.

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