Volunteering in Oaxaca and Chiapas

Volunteering

Collectives

CASA Chapulin

~~CASA de la Paz~~

Applying

CASA hosts and educates activists about social justice issues in Oaxaca and Chiapas.

We share lessons we learn from the resistance movements in Mexico with our home communities. We publish news and analysis in our newsletter, host workshops, short-term solidarity delegations, and speaking events. Find out how to join us.

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Honoring the life of Lorenzo Sampablo Cervantes during Day of the Dead

La lucha sigue three years after the assassination of Lorenzo Sampablo Cervantes-husband and father of four-who was assassinated on August 22, 2006 by paramilitary troops under the orders of...

Video Report From the Occupied Town of Xoxocotla, Morelos

Originally posted to Narco News on 10/25/08, documents the use of force by the Mexican military against the people of Xoxocotla, Morelos, with equipment supplied by the U.S. as...

"The Little Trip of a Dream”

A documentary that portrays the stories of undocumented Mexicans living in Richmond, Va., a journey that their American friend took to their home village in Morelos and the reality of crossing the U.S./Mexico border.

We have two collectives in Mexico that educate and place activists interested in doing solidarity work with communities and community organizations.

If you're interested in working with our stateside collective, see Contribute.

CASA Chapulin

Located in Oaxaca City, Oaxaca. Currently accepting applications.

CASA de la Paz

The Chiapas Peace House is located in San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas. Currently not accepting applications.

Many common questions about traveling to Chiapas and Oaxaca, volunteering and doing solidarity work are addressed in our FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions).

See the menu to the right to apply.