Palms' Encounters

Palms Encounters are guided short-term cross-cultural experiences available to individuals or groups of up to 8 participants.

The full Encounter program includes pre-departure preparation and briefing, an overseas Encounter Visit including support and guidance in-country and activities upon re-entry to maintain the connections developed.

• You will witness empowering "grassroots" development work, driven by the host community.
• You will learn about permaculture and other sustainable methods of production, which enable farmers to protect their natural resources.
• You will support local eco-tourism initiatives.
• You will receive expert cross-cultural preparation enabling deeper and more meaningful engagement with your host community.
• You will learn about how global trade affects primary producers, and will learn about how Fair Trade can reduce poverty.
• You will engage in another culture and learn what others consider important in "their" world.
• You will experience simplicity and discover those things which unite all humankind.
• Your visit has been planned by experienced development practitioners and local partners to ensure you have no unexpected adverse effects on the host community.
• Palms Australia's in-country coordinator will introduce you to his community and provide cultural advice and translation as necessary.
• You will receive re-entry assistance which will allow you to share your stories widely and continue the relationships developed during your Encounter.

More information about Palms' Encounter Program will be available on this website soon. To remain informed of the program, please contact Brendan Joyce.