CCV is a proud supporters of BlackBox International - an organization that advocates for and rescues BOYS who have been sexually exploited and trafficked. Their safe house in the Dominican Republic is the only one of its kind in the world. The Story Must Change. The global market for sex slavery is only getting worse. BlackBox International is stepping into an important role to CHANGE IT!
Our team will only stay a few short days to learn, observe, and pray and most importantly, our team will come home advocates for CHANGE!
If you have a passion for the marginalized and exploited and sex trafficking, join us to visit this incredible ministry.
Basic Information:
Trip Dates: November 11-15, 2020
REGISTRATION: You can register by clicking the red "Register" button to the right.
Trip Leader: CCV Trip Leader, Ashley Short
Who can go?
Participants must be CCV Members and Followers of Jesus Christ to protect the integrity of the ministry we are visiting.
Age restriction: Minimum age for a child traveling WITH a parent/guardian should be 16. Please contact us before registering children under 16. For minors wanting to travel without a parent, please contact us before registering.
Team Meetings - The team will gather for team meetings to do logistical and project prep but also training on cross-cultural ministry and spiritual prep. SAVE THE DATE: August 22, 11am. Beyond that, Ashley will communicate team meeting dates and times.
Requirements: Each participant who signs up will be asked to
- Attend CCV's Starting Point class (if you haven't already been)
- Complete a full Volunteer Screening Background Check through CCV.
- Each team member will also be required to attend all pre-trip preparation meetings.
Trip Cost: $1000 per person
Included in this fee: Airfare from Phoenix to Dominican Republic, accommodations, transportation and meals while in country. This also cover medical insurance, visa fee, luggage fees, and pre-trip materials.
Not included: Passport fees, any shots you elect to get, and any personal spending money for meals during travel and souvenirs.
$150 deposit per person is non-refundable at the time of registration. If a cancellation is made after airline tickets have been purchased you will be responsible for the cost of the ticket.
Final Balance is due by November 4, 2020.