The Oaxaca Project

Remote and Live Opportunities to Support Children and Families in Oaxaca, Mexico

Oaxaca Foundation for Education and the Arts(OFEA) is a US based non for profit organization focused both on educating ( in the broadest definition of the word) and supporting children and economically disadvantaged families in Oaxaca, Mexico; one of the poorest states of Mexico. 

The second portion of our mission is to provide opportunities in art for people from other countries to learn about Oaxacan art-- they come and learn about Oaxacan art, visit and work with famous Oaxacan artists in their workshops and/or studio. For those interested in art history, opportunities include researching pieces and drafting descriptions of catalogues, 

Students have multiple options to take advantage of this opportunity: learn Spanish, provide community service, and experience the rich culture of Oaxaca-- all of which enhance your profile for your college application and resume for life. Oaxaca was recently ranked the #1 tourist destination in the world by Travel and Leisure. https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-guide/oaxaca-mexico

Students can:

1, Have a specialized experience over his/her/their specific spring break

2. Spend 1 to 3 weeks in July 2024--community service and cultural immersion and offered for 2 weeks for students only (students can come one or both weeks) and week three provides an opportunity for families to come with their students.

3. Have a specialized experience over winter break 2024; or 

4. Contribute remotely by collecting needed items ( we will take them to Oaxaca ) and/or raising money. 

For more information contact debra@ofeanfp.org