INTERNATIONAL WORK BRIGADES

Download the International Work Brigade application form (PDF)

Brigadista movie

Report on Winter Brigade 2000-2001

A brigadista's own website featuring the Winter Brigade

Working holidays in Cuba

The next Brigades are:

1st - 22nd September 2007, Winter 2007 - 2008.

Be more than a tourist on an island of incredible beauty, immense cultural diversity and unique social history.

The International Work Brigade consists of groups from the solidarity organisations of several European countries. Members of the Brigade spend three weeks near Havana as a ‘Brigadista’, working and socialising with Cubans and people from all across Europe. It is a unique opportunity to experience the Cuban Revolution firsthand and show that Cuba is not alone.

See the real Cuba
Learn to salsa
Try authentic Cuban rum

Brigadistas also take part in a full programme of activities including educational and political events plus visits to hospitals and schools to see for yourself the successes of the Revolution. Entertainment is provided at the camp with live bands and dance lessons, whilst excursions to some of Cuba’s fantastic beaches and places of interest are organised.

Learn Spanish
Visit museums, galleries and beaches
Get involved in a range of cultural activities
See and discuss the Cuban political system

The cost of the trip will be around £900, this includes flights, all accommodation costs and food, Brigadistas need to be members of CSC (you can join when you apply).

CSC organises two Brigades a year, one in the Summer and one in the Winter. A preparation day takes place before you leave, this gives you the opportunity to meet Brigadistas, both old and new, to share experiences of Brigade life and ask any questions you may have.

If you wish to apply for a place on the Brigade either download the application form or send an SAE to the Cuba Solidarity Campaign, The Red Rose Club, 129 Seven Sisters Road, London N7 7QG.

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