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Pre-trip Preparation
South Africa
Payments, Cancellation
& Insurance
Payments:
Your final payment (minus your deposit)
is due six-eight weeks prior to departure. Please check your travel
seminar brochure for the specific deadline. You may pay
your balance by check or with a credit card (please note we only
accept Visa or MasterCard). For some
programs, you may be billed directly by the organization or
group sponsoring your travel seminar.
Cancellation:
Cancellation notices must
be received by the Center for Global Education in writing. Your
deposit is non-refundable. A cancellation notice received up to
75 days before departure will be assessed only the deposit plus
any non-recoverable costs (i.e. flight deposits, visa fee,
etc.). A cancellation notice received 61-74 days before
departure will be assessed 25% of the total travel seminar cost;
a cancellation notice received 31-60 days before departure will
be assessed 50% of the total cost. A cancellation notice
received within 30 days of departure will be assessed the full
program cost.
In the event that a
Travel Warning is issued by the US State Department for a
country that will be visited during a program and CGE agrees
that it is unsafe to travel there
(or the sponsor has an existing written policy against traveling
to a country/location with a Travel Warning), then we will try
to reroute that program to another country.
If we need to cancel the program, the participants will be
refunded any recoverable expenses.
If there is no Travel Warning, but a participant cancels due to
fear of a worldwide crisis,
then they may be able to transfer their deposit to another
program within the same fiscal year (if agreed upon by CGE);
however, they would still be responsible for paying any
unrecoverable expenses related to the original trip.
All
participants are encouraged to purchase trip cancellation or
interruption insurance in the event of a personal or family
illness or other unforeseen events.
Cancellation Insurance:
We recommend you purchase trip cancellation insurance to protect
yourself against emergencies that might prevent you from
traveling. Some examples of unforeseen disruptions that could
require you to cancel your trip are: you or a family member
becomes sick or dies; bad weather or natural disasters that
results in closed airports, roads, or hotels; calls to serve on
jury duty; terrorist attacks/civil unrest in-country or at home;
health epidemics (such as H1N1).
Most travel insurance companies have specific policies in
relation to the H1N1 virus. Please check with your provider on
their policies for H1N1 coverage. Some companies may offer
“Cancel for Any Reason” clauses at an additional cost that will
allow you to cancel for any reason. When purchasing these
products we recommend you call the company to discuss any
exclusions.
NOTE: For many types of cancellation insurance you must purchase
the insurance within 14 days of your first payment towards any
trip related costs (ie: deposit on program, airline ticket,
final payment, ect.).
What Cancellation Insurance Do We Recommend?
You are free to use any insurance company. Remember, you will
have travel health insurance coverage under the Augsburg College
policy. Make sure the company you work with offers cancellation
and trip interruption coverage as a part of the package.
Medical Insurance:
Included in the
program fee, the Center for Global Education at Augsburg College
provides participants with international emergency travel
assistance through EIIA/FrontierMEDEX insurance. This
insurance provides primary coverage for international
emergencies and accidents,
you do not
need any other type of health insurance for the program.
The plan covers Accidental Death and Disability, Repatriation of
Remains, Emergency Medical Evacuation and Emergency Travel
Assistance. This policy does not cover trip
cancellation/interruption.
While the
insurance provided will allow you to be reimbursed for
charges over the $250 deductible, it is common to have to
pay for medical charges at the time of service. We recommend
you bring a credit (not debit) card with at least $600 of
available credit. The reason for this is because hospitals
in the region often require a minimum deposit for hospital
services. If the charges end up being less, the card is
credited for the difference but you will need to put a
deposit down to be treated.
EIIA/FrontierMEDEX:
24-Hour Emergency Travel Assistance Services
FrontierMEDEX ID Number: 352191
Client Name:
EIIA
Name Insured: Augsburg College
Call toll-free inside the U.S./Canada: 1-800-527-0218 or
Call collect
worldwide: 1-410-453-6330
Passport, Visa
and Entry Requirements
Passport: The information below addresses
passport requirements for U.S. and Canadian citizens. Citizens
of other countries living in the U.S. and Canada, should contact
the Center for Global Education for further information.
South Africa requires you to have a passport
that is valid for at least six months past the scheduled date of
departure. While the average processing time for a standard
passport application is six weeks, it can take much longer. If
your trip is departing within six weeks, we recommend using
Expedited Service. Consult the U.S. Department of State’s Web
page for fees and procedures:
http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html
Once you receive your new or renewed passport,
you sign it on the designated page opposite your picture to
validate it. Please send us a photocopy of this page after
signing it. Make sure you also have a photocopy for yourself to
keep with you during the trip separately from where you keep
your passport. It is also a good idea to leave a photocopy with
a family member or friend at home.
Keep any documents inserted into your passport
or given to you by immigration officials upon arriving in South
Africa You will need to present them upon departure.
Visa
& Entry Requirements: The information below addresses
entry requirements for U.S. and Canadian citizens residing in
the United States. U.S. citizens living outside the U.S. and
Canada, and citizens of other countries living in the U.S. and
Canada, should contact CGE for further information. If you are a
citizen of a country other than the U.S., check with your
nation’s consulate for visa and entry requirements. CGE will
assist you in reviewing information, but the responsibility for
obtaining and paying for proper documentation is yours.
Since you will only be visiting South Africa for
less than 30 days, no visa is required. You will enter as a
tourist. On the arrival form you will need to tick a box under
"Purpose of Entry". Please mark Holiday/Tourist. THIS IS VERY
IMPORTANT. Although your occupation may be a student, you are
not entering South Africa to study, as you will not be receiving
credit from the Center for Global Education.
For those who have an extended stay in South
Africa that requires a visa, be sure to check that your passport
has at least two blank pages in the visa section. This is a new
security requirement for those who travel with a U.S. passport.
Air Travel
Arrangements & Deviations
Air Travel
Arrangements: Your air travel, if included in the cost of the
program, will be arranged out of the city designated in the
travel seminar brochure. The Center for Global Education will
use the most convenient connections, efficient routing, and
lowest fares possible. Some cities have limited service that may
result in multiple connections or long layovers. If you will be
making your own travel arrangements, traveling in the country
prior to or after the travel seminar, or if you have special
travel needs, please contact the Center for Global Education as
soon as possible.
It is essential that the name on your travel
documents be identical to your name as it appears on your
passport. If there is a discrepancy, you could be delayed or
required to purchase another ticket. Please check your ticket
as soon as you receive it and contact the Center for Global
Education of there is a discrepancy. In the event that changes
need to be made to the itinerary due to illness, strikes,
terrorism, weather, or other causes, these changes will be made
to ensure the well-being of all participants. Additional
expenses, if any, will be the responsibility of the travel
seminar participant, although the Center for Global Education
will make every effort to minimize such expenses.
During overseas flights, it is important to get
up periodically and move about the cabin to increase blood
circulation. While seated, try to straighten your legs under
the seat as much as possible and flex your calf muscles every
couple hours. Sitting in one position for many hours in a row,
especially with your legs crossed, will not only make you
uncomfortable but also may pose a health risk. Deep vein
thrombosis (DVT) is an extremely rare but potentially fatal
condition where a blood clot forms in the calves and then may
travel to other parts of the body. Please contact your personal
physician if you have any questions about reducing your possible
risk of DVT on long haul flights.
Time Zone:
Normally South Africa is seven hours ahead of Eastern Standard
Time. South Africa does not observe daylight savings time.
Thus, during U.S. daylight savings time (early April through
late October) South Africa is six hours ahead of Eastern
Standard Time.
Packing List &
Luggage
Packing
Tips: Pack comfortable, modest clothing. Cotton
slacks, neat blue jeans, t-shirts without logos and button-down
shirts are appropriate – sweat suits, athletic gear, and tank
tops or any other revealing clothing are not. Shorts are not
appropriate to wear in public, but you may want a pair to wear
around the retreat centers.
Bring an outfit for church, government, and
professional sector visits and for special occasions. For men,
consider a nice button-down shirt and slacks (ties are not
required). For women, a dress, or skirt/slacks and blouse (not a
t-shirt) are appropriate. At church services, African men will
generally wear a sport jacket or suit and sometimes a tie; women
wear skirts or dresses.
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CGE strongly recommends leaving expensive
jewelry/watches at home.
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Plan to bring items that are lightweight and
can be layered in case of temperature or weather changes or
air-conditioned rooms.
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Laundry facilities may not be available to
you during the travel seminar. Please plan to hand-wash
items in your room.
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Do not bring anything with a camouflage
pattern or of a military style.
Suggested Packing List:
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Comfortable walking shoes with a closed toe
for rural areas and markets, where there may be mud or
biting insects
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Lightweight robe and sandals for shared
bathrooms
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Swimsuit (some trips may visit a lake or
pool)
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Sweater, sweatshirt or jacket for cool
evenings, air-conditioned rooms
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Rain jacket, poncho, or umbrella (if
traveling January-April)
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Dressier outfit for church or meetings
(described above)
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Toiletries – items such as tampons,
mouthwash, and disposable razors are relatively easy to
obtain in Southern Africa; however, you may find it more
convenient to bring your own.
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Ear plugs (if you are a light sleeper)
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Medications – most common over-the-counter
medications such as Dramamine, Monistat, Pepto-Bismol are
available in Southern Africa; however, it is often easier to
bring your own.
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Sun & insect protection – hat, sunglasses,
sunscreen, insect repellent
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Photography supplies – camera, extra
batteries, film
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Small flashlight & extra batteries (for dark
streets, rural areas)
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Refillable water bottle
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Power bars or other high protein snacks,
especially for vegetarians
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Small backpack for items you will need for
everyday use
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Notebook or journal
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Reading material, deck of cards, etc. for
waiting times or delays
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Travel clock, watch, or other timepiece
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Money belt or neck pouch to hold valuables
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ATM card, credit cards
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Moist towelettes and hand sanitizer
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Plug adapter (if you are bringing electrical
appliances)
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Passport and photocopy of the photo page
(pack separately)
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Small lock for storing your valuables in
provided lockers
Luggage: Most CGE
travel seminars to South Africa use South African Airways (www.flysaa.com),
which has fairly specific guidelines for economy class
passengers. Since they are more restrictive than many U.S.
carriers, we urge you to follow their standards. Only one
carry-on item is allowed with a maximum weight of 15 pounds, and
no larger than 22” by 14” by 9”. International travel baggage
restrictions and fees for excess cargo may vary by airline and
destination. In general, the maximum allowance per piece of
checked luggage is 50 pounds and 62 linear inches (total length
+ width + height) for international flights.
Due to space restrictions on our vehicles in
South Africa, you are allowed to only pack one large,
soft-covered bag and one carry-on, plus a purse, camera case or
briefcase. Pack as lightly as you can. In general, if you
cannot comfortably walk five city blocks with all of your gear,
you have packed too much. You may want to pack a small tote bag
or collapsible suitcase in your luggage for souvenirs you will
acquire during your trip. The suitcases designed to double as
large backpacks are especially good for travel in South Africa.
Weather
South Africa is in the southern hemisphere and
seasons are the opposite of North America. The following are
average temperatures, not the extremes. As in the U.S., weather
patterns can vary frequently.
Johannesburg: The average high temperature is
75-77°F, while the average low is 53-56°F. The nights may be
quite cool year round, but most of the rainfall occurs in
November, with an average of 4 inches.
Cape Town: The average high temperature is
64-72°F, while the average low is 50°F. Weather is usually
similar to Johannesburg, with the exception of more rain and a
strong sea breeze.
Money
Most participants find that US $200 to $300 is
sufficient spending money for a one to two-week seminar. Of
course, how much you bring will depend on your personal spending
habits. Remember that all meals and program expenses are
included in your travel seminar cost.
ATM cards are the most convenient way to obtain
cash in the local currency. Traveler’s checks and U.S. cash can
at times be difficult to exchange into the local currency,
except at airports and tourist centers. It is helpful to have
some cash in small currency (ones and fives). Try to bring new
bills, as some past participants have encountered difficulty in
changing bills that are worn, written upon or torn. CGE
strongly encourages you to bring a money belt.
Visa, MasterCard and American Express are
accepted in many stores. Important: It is a good idea to call
your credit card company to let them know that you will be using
you card outside of the country for a set time. Some people
encounter trouble using a credit card abroad because the credit
card company assumes the card is stolen. We strongly encourage
you to bring a money belt.
For current information concerning exchange
rates, visit
http://www.xe.com, as exchange rates for South Africa can
fluctuate.
Accommodations
& Electrical Current
Accommodations: In keeping with the style
and philosophy of the seminar, you will stay at a modest
guesthouse or church-run retreat center where rooms are
semi-dormitory style with shared bathrooms. Some travel
seminars may include a homestay to introduce you to family life
in South Africa. During a homestay, you may not always have
access to hot water or standard mattresses. We are confident
that this unique opportunity will enhance your understanding of
the region in a challenging, experiential manner.
Electrical Current: The electrical
current is 220/240V, the same as in Europe, but different from
the U.S. and Canada. The plugs have three rounded prongs. For
most U.S. appliances you will need a voltage converter, unless
the appliance already has a built-in switch to change the
voltage AND an adapter for the plug. If you have a Continental
or U.S. adapter you may find that it won't work. One solution
is to buy a plug that will fit between your appliance and the
adapter once you arrive in South Africa, although it is best
that you do without appliances if possible.
Health and Safety Information
Review your vaccinations: Check with your
doctor or the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) regarding
recommended vaccinations for travel to South Africa. Currently,
the CDC recommends that you be up-to-date on diphtheria-tetanus
and measles, and that you consider an immune globulin vaccine
for protection against Hepatitis A. You may call the CDC at
404/332-4559 or visit their Web site at
http://www.cdc.gov/travel/
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Bring enough medical/health supplies. If you
take a prescription or medication, make sure you bring
enough to last your entire seminar, including a possible day
or two of delay. Be prepared, and bring medical and health
supplies for potential problems. Many medications,
including common over-the-counter items, may not be readily
available.
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Drink enough water. Besides drinking
contaminated water, the most common health problem is not
drinking enough water and getting dehydrated and/or
constipated.
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Wash your hands with soap whenever possible
or use hand sanitizer when soap and water is not available.
Clean food and water can be contaminated by dirty hands.
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Watch your food. Eat meat, fish and
vegetables only if they are well cooked, and avoid salads
unless the greens have been washed with purified water.
Fruit that you peel is the safest. CGE staff will give you
more information on safe eating and drinking habits.
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Pace yourself. While strenuous walking is
not a regular part of any travel seminar, there may be an
occasion when a long walk is necessary to reach a certain
location. Varying road conditions make anticipating this
walk impossible, although CGE staff will keep you informed
whenever possible. If a particular health condition makes
strenuous walking a concern, please be prepared to
communicate your limitations with your group leader and CGE
staff in each country.
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If you get sick, please let your trip leader
or CGE staff know right away. This will help to pinpoint
problems with food and water, and help you to get better and
arrange a visit to a doctor or medical clinic if necessary.
Possible Ailments:
Traveler’s Diarrhea: Just the change in
food, water and climate can lead to an upset stomach. If you
get diarrhea, treat it with Pepto-Bismol and drink lots of
water. When you are ready to eat again, start with rice, bread,
crackers, and broth (bring bouillon cubes or dry soup). Imodium
(Loperamide is the generic equivalent) is a stronger medication
to be used only when absolutely necessary. It does not cure the
diarrhea but slows down the digestive system, which can lead to
other problems. Some herbal teas are thought to aid in the
prevention and treatment of diarrhea such as ginger root,
raspberry, comfrey, and peppermint – feel free to bring some tea bags with
you.
Hepatitis A: According to the CDC,
travelers to South Africa are at high risk for Hepatitis A.
Studies have shown that many cases of travel-related Hepatitis A
happen to travelers in developing countries with “standard”
itineraries, accommodations, and food consumption behavior.
Malaria: Malaria is a mosquito-borne
illness that is present in parts of South Africa, depending on
the time of year and the area of the region. CGE will contact
you if your travel seminar may encounter a risk of malaria and
will advise what precautions will be necessary. In the city of
Cape Town, for example, there is no risk of malaria.
HIV/AIDS: 10-15% of the South African
population is infected with HIV. The HIV virus can only be
contracted through unprotected sexual activity and/or the
exchange of blood. CGE staff will provide you with more
information on HIV/AIDS and ways to protect yourself when you
arrive.
Typhoid: Typhoid Fever is a bacterial
infection transmitted through contaminated food and/or water, or
directly between people. The CDC recommends a typhoid
vaccination for those traveling to rural areas or staying long
term (more than six weeks).
Safety:
Your safety
is our highest concern. Since 1982, more than 10,000 people have
participated in CGE travel seminars. CGE has thus gained a
great deal of experience with group travel, and having
in-country staff helps to ensure an understanding of the
situation and realities of South Africa. CGE will not hesitate
to cancel a trip should something occur that would make it
appear to be unsafe to travel to a specific country or area.
For up-to-date
CGE Safety Notices and Information please visit:
http://www.augsburg.edu/global/about/safety.html
Out of our extensive experience we have
developed the following guidelines for you to observe before and
during your travel seminar. These guidelines come out of
important safety, security and cultural concerns. At times, the
reasons for these guidelines may not always seem obvious to you.
Keep in mind that following these guidelines helps to ensure the
safety of travel seminar participants, staff and resource
people. In addition, it enhances the group’s educational
experience and fosters long-term relationships of trust and
mutual respect which the Center seeks to develop in the region.
If all participants follow these guidelines, it
means less inconvenience for you and the group and less work for
our staff. Thanks! Please read these guidelines carefully and be
familiar with them before your departure.
As you prepare for your travel seminar to South
Africa, please keep the following in mind:
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Shorts, short skirts, tank tops or flip
flops are often not appropriate for meetings with resource
people. However, you may use this clothing during your free
time.
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Military clothing and hats could be mistaken
for military apparel and should not be taken on the trip.
Apparel with U.S. patriotic messages or symbols (such as
conspicuously displayed flags) could provoke aggressive
responses and should be left at home.
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Bring a small lock for your bag. You should
also bring a money belt that can be hidden under your
clothes in which to keep your money and important documents.
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Please do not bring flashy jewelry. Any
expensive jewelry or watches, or any that looks expensive,
should be left at home.
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Bring a pair of closed-toed, flat,
non-athletic shoes for factors and government visits.
If in doubt about the appropriateness of an
item, it is best to err on the side of caution.
When you arrive at the airport in South
Africa:
You may be asked by the officials what your
itinerary and schedule is. If so, simply respond: you don't know
what your schedule is. (You will receive a tentative schedule of
appointments from the Center staff upon arrival in South
Africa.) Identify yourself as a tourist if asked; the official
purpose of your trip is educational tourism. Watch your bags
and documents at the airport, as bags have been stolen before
and while loading luggage into the vans.
Do's and Don'ts
While on the travel seminar . . .
Do . . .
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Listen carefully to all safety information
during your in-country orientation.
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Keep your passport with you at all times,
inside your clothing if possible (unless our staff directs
you otherwise).
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Stay close together as a group when you are
out in public and always travel in groups of two or more.
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Always ask permission of a person before
taping or photographing.
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Be cautious about what you say in public
(including airplanes, airports, restaurants and hotel
lobbies). There will most likely be people around you who
will understand English. Also, North Americans tend to speak
in louder voices, so keep your voice at a low level--even
when in your hotel room.
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Be respectful of resource people, even those
with whom your views differ. This doesn’t mean that you have
to avoid asking the “hard” questions, just ask them in a
non-confrontational way.
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Be respectful of other group members. Before
asking multiple questions of resource people, look around to
see if other people have questions and remember that people
have varied learning styles and may need more time before
asking questions. Remember that you are part of a learning
community and not simply an independent traveler.
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Drink a lot of water to maintain good
health. When the weather is hot, you will dehydrate much
more quickly! Our field staff will give you guidelines for
finding sources of safe water.
Don't . . .
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Leave suitcases, bags, or purses unattended,
even for a minute!
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Handle large amounts of money in public.
Know how much you have and where it is.
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Give anybody any reason to rob you. That
means don’t wear flashy (or any) jewelry, watches, bulging
pockets, or expensive-looking sunglasses.
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Disclose the tentative schedule or names of
resource persons and groups of which you may be aware. This
information should not be given either to "friendly
strangers," to other resource persons on the program, or to
anyone outside of your group. If you want to ask someone
about information provided by another resource
person/organization, find a way to do this without
mentioning the other person/organization (e.g. "I read
before I came that. . .").
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Photograph military personnel or military
installations. In many countries, airports and bridges are
included in this prohibition. This is true for U.S.
immigration and customs areas as well.
Your group will have an orientation session upon
arrival in South Africa. You will receive additional information
and have the opportunity to ask questions at that time. In the
meantime, if you have any questions about the information above,
call the International Travel Seminars Staff at the Center.
NOTE:
It's likely you will hear the
above guidelines again at various points during your travel
seminar. We ask for and appreciate your patience with this fact
in advance of your trip.
Policy on Controlled Substances
Policy on
Controlled Substances: Because of a past incident with one of our
travel seminar groups, we would like to bring the following
information to your attention:
The use, possession, transport, or purchase of
“controlled substances” (i.e., illegal drugs) by a travel
seminar participant carries significant risks and penalties for
the participant, the entire group, and the reputation and legal
status of the Center for Global Education in the countries in
which we work.
A participant who uses illegal drugs while on a
Center for Global Education program will be sent home at his or
her own expense. If the participant is detained or arrested,
legal officials in the site of the arrest (U.S. or foreign
country) likely will not permit Center for Global Education
staff to contact or assist the detained person in any way. The
Center for Global Education’s responsibility for the participant
ends at the time of detention or arrest for drug violations.
United States law prohibits the transport of
illegal drugs across its borders. Also, U.S. law does not
protect U.S. citizens, U.S. residents, or others traveling
abroad who violate foreign drug laws. The laws that prevail are
those of the country in which the law was broken.
Please reference the U.S. State Department’s
Travel Warning on Drugs Abroad for more information
http://travel.state.gov/travel/living/drugs/drugs_1237.html
And remember:
The police and customs officials have the right
to search your luggage for drugs.
In many countries local laws make no distinction
between hard and soft drugs.
United States laws DO NOT apply to Americans
abroad who violate foreign laws. Once you are overseas, you are
subject to the same penalties for drug violations as the
nationals of the country you are visiting.
In some countries, anyone who is caught with
even a very small quantity of drugs for personal use may be
tried and receive the same sentence as a large-scale trafficker.
If you are arrested for drug possession abroad
you may be subject to interrogation and/or solitary confinement
for up to a year before trial and receive a mandatory prison
sentence of seven years to life if you are convicted.
Suggested Publication
Guidelines (for writers)
Some participants write an article for their
community newspaper, organizational newsletter or other media
outlet following their travel seminar. In order to minimize
risks to the security of resource persons who will meet with
your group, without obscuring the written information or losing
the strength or credibility of the article, we suggest the
following publication guidelines. You will learn more about
security-related issues when you arrive in each country. We
appreciate your consideration of these guidelines.
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Some people and organizations with which you
meet may ask that you not identify them by name in anything
published about your visit.
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In order to be more forthcoming in his/her
presentation, a resource person may request no photographs,
tape recordings or videotaping.
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Visits to United States Embassies are
considered by the Embassies as background briefings only and
are officially "off the record." Embassy personnel ask not
to be quoted or identified by name.
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Cameras and tape recorders usually aren't
allowed inside U.S. Embassies.
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Some government offices require that cameras
and tape recorders be inspected prior to granting permission
to take these items inside the building.
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We request respect for all speakers, whether
you agree or disagree with their perspective. Ask the "hard
questions," but be aware of the manner and tone in which
they are stated.
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Discussing sensitive issues on the phone
during your travel seminar is not advisable.
The following are some examples of journalism
following the suggested guidelines:
"Some of the church people that had gathered
after the trial was canceled were bitter. 'Here you don't see
any justice,' said one woman, 'only injustice.'"
"American diplomats and Salvadoran political
analysts argue that the gains in curbing gross human rights
abuses, stabilizing the economy, training the army and
supporting an elected civilian government are essential and
hard-won first steps."
"'It's going to take a long time,' says a
knowledgeable military expert closely associated with the war
effort."
"Local religious sources and foreign
development workers in different parts of the country report
that . . ."
"'We often go hungry to feed our children,'
says an agricultural laborer with three children."
Gift Giving
The Center for Global Education is committed to
building long-lasting relationships with the communities in our
host countries. As part of that commitment we have a policy of
not giving gifts, no matter how small or inexpensive, to people
on the streets, including not giving candy to children.
Regardless of the intentions, the practice of gift-giving can
lead to ill feelings among both givers and receivers. It also
reinforces the stereotype of North Americans as patronizing,
wealthy foreigners. If you wish to share something with the
people you meet, we suggest you bring postcards, photos or
mementoes from your home community and family.
Some groups may decide to make a monetary
donation to one or more of the organizations with which they
meet. This is always done in coordination with the Center for
Global Education staff, and the donation is given to a
responsible individual within the organization to ensure that it
goes for the intended purpose. This type of gift-giving is
always voluntary.
Diversity
The Center for
Global Education strives to create for its participants an
intentionally diverse community of co-learners where a variety
of cultures and backgrounds is represented. Students, faculty,
and staff help each other respond to issues of oppression such
as racism, sexism, homophobia, economic inequality, xenophobia,
and classism, in an environment where diversity expands
participants’ thinking and worldview. For more information
please visit the
Center for Global Education's Diversity website.
Contact
Information
Due to the relatively short duration of your
travel seminar, friends and family should not expect to send you
mail. However, friends and family may place a direct-dial call
to you. Before your departure, CGE will provide you with
direct-dial emergency numbers for the places you will be
staying. It is much less expensive to call from the U.S. to
South Africa than vice versa. Be prepared to purchase South
African calling cards upon arrival for calling the U.S.
International calling cards purchased in the U.S., as well as
800 numbers, do not function for calling out of South Africa.
Most of the accommodations CGE uses do not have phones in the
rooms.
After-Hours emergency cell phone carried by a
Minneapolis staff member whenever a travel seminar is in
progress: 612/817-2830
Center for Global Education at Augsburg College
Campus Box 307
2211 Riverside Avenue
Minneapolis MN 55454
Local: 612/330-1159
Toll-Free: 800/299-8889
Fax: 612/330-1695
globaled@augsburg.edu
Overnight Service and Certified or Registered
Mail:
2222 7˝ Street
Minneapolis MN 55454
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