The CU Alternative Breaks program sends teams of college students to engage in meaningful service during their breaks from school. This program provides students with the opportunity to explore the United States all while making a difference through service, reflecting upon their experience and creating long-lasting connections with others.

Take a leadership role by applying to be a site leader! Site leaders will be responsible for planning all aspects of an Alternative Breaks trip, which includes:

• Solidifying a service site and housing
• Recruiting participants
• Facilitating pre-trip meetings
• Leading the group during the trip
• Managing a trip budget
• Creating safe spaces for learning and reflection
• Implementing the philosophies of the Volunteer Resource Center and Alternative Breaks program

Site leader training will prepare site leaders to learn about and facilitate the learning of others around the intersectionality and complexity of varied social and environmental issues. Through training and successful leadership of an Alternative Breaks trip, students will be able to value and implement ideas of reciprocity, active citizenship, community building and culturally competent leadership.