DAY ONE: Travel from origin to West

DAY TWO: Arrive in Senegal – Participants are met by PASI staff at the Blaise Diagne International Airport in Senegal and then travel by private bus to . Participants then arrive at their lodging accommodation, get settled, and attend an orientation where they are introduced to our dedicated accommodations provider and staff before eating a Senegalese dinner. After dinner, students have their first nightly meeting to discuss the program itinerary and prepare for their next day!

DAY THREE: History, Culture and City Tour – Participants begin the day with a safety orientation with hired security to discuss safety precautions in Senegal. They then meet up with their Field Coordinator and together take a tour around the city, learning the through visiting several historical sites (e.g. N’Gor Island, Museum of Black Civilization Cheikh Anta Diop University and more). Participants are later greeted by Prometra International staff for a service orientation presentation. At the end of the day, students will reflect on their historical and cultural experiences through journaling and conversations facilitated by PASI staff as well as participating college professors.

DAY FOUR: Goree Island - The day of history begins with a 20 minute ferry ride from Dakar to one of Senegal’s top destinations and the most visited sites in Senegal, Goree Island. Of all the places to visit and to learn about Senegal's history, Goree Island is one of the best locations. Participants will visit the “THE DOOR OF NO RETURN” which is a major departure point in the African Slave Trade and is the last place African slaves saw before being shipped across the ocean to the Americas.

DAY FIVE: Nature/Site Appreciation – Participants head to St. Louis (e.g. African Fishing Village, National Bird Sanctuary, and more) where they enjoy sightseeing, and learn the historical significance about the region. Participants will finish the day with their nightly reflections in preparation for the next day’s events.

DAY SIX: Travel to Fatick - Participants will enjoy breakfast before before leaving for Fatick to prepare for their first service day with Prometra International. Participants will be receive a tour of the Prometra International facility and later be given service tasks. Students will conclude their evening with their nightly reflections.

DAY SEVEN: Prometra International - Participants will continue their service work at Prometra. The participants will gain crucial skills in teamwork, critical thinking, and project sustainability.

DAY EIGHT: Prometra International - Participants complete their final service day with Prometra International.

DAY NINE: Saly Beach Resort - Students will enjoy a full day at one of Senegal’s most beautiful beach resorts.

DAY TEN: Depart from Senegal