It is almost time for your journey!
Are you ready? We are ready for you!!!
Last minute details!
This is the last group communication you will receive before the program. Please read it carefully :]
Do you know what to pack, where to meet, all about San Francisco weather, what to do in customs? Check out the lovely and informative trip preparation website
Remember it is summer is VERY COLD in San Francisco so please pack a COAT and LONG PANTS! In the past a few participants have come with only shorts and t-shirts and had to buy winter clothes. It might also be raining. You will also need comfortable walking shoes.
Arrival
For those of you coming on July 20th we will meet you at the airport. After you exit customs, you will be on the Arrivals floor of the international terminal. Please look for VIA staff members holding signs. If you arrive early and do not see any staff, please wait at the cafe Emporio Rulli.
We will all take a chartered bus together to the hotel at between 1and 1:30 pm.
Pre-program activities
Don't forget to complete yours and read what others have posted.
Activity 1: Self-Intro on Facebook
Join our VIA social innovation members' facebook group and share a little about yourself!
Activity 2: Looking at Social Issues
What social issues are you passionate about? Learn some basics of social innovation and share your thoughts on our Hylo social innovator platform. Read what past alums have been passionate about!
What to bring
Please bring ONE SUITCASE AND ONE SMALL BAG ONLY. Don't pack too much! If you can't carry it easily, it is too heavy.
Clothing [make sure to bring layers! it's cold!]
T-shirts, long-sleeved shirts, sweater or jacket
Pants, skirts
comfortable shoes for walking and hiking
A nice outfit to wear to organization visits and for the final dinner (it can be the same)
Other Important Items
Prescription medication [if you take any]
Copy of passport, visa and travel insurance (VIA requires you to purchase travel insurance before coming to the program)
- Laptop computer or tablet (if you have one)
Thank you for reading to the end!
Email: yi@viaprograms.org
Website: www.viaprograms.org
Location: San Francisco, CA, United States
Phone: 2532127118