Learn skills to impact the lives of the poor around the world:
purify water
build a latrine
teach adults to read
practice sustainable agriculture
prevent tropical diseases
promote safe motherhood
build simple water pumps
combat child malnutrition with leaf protein
start a micro-enterprise revolving loan fund
raise small animals for protein and income
learn how to give vaccinations
make a low-cost, sturdy house out of hay
teach HIV prevention
harness energy from the sun, wind, and water
preserve foods
learn key issues to improve child survival
train village health promoters
write a project proposal
network with development agencies
and much more...!

International Training Practicum
Summer 2006 Training: May 24 - August 4

The Goal of SIFAT training is to make disciples for Jesus Christ who comprehend the integrated, holistic teachings of Jesus; who minister to the total person, body, mind, and spirit; who understand how communities and groups can develop to the full potential God intended for them; and who have the skills to facilitate their development.

The SIFAT international training practicum is a ten (10) week session in which participants (young adults & older) from all over the world study community development from a Christian perspective with appropriate technologies as tools. Students learn to be facilitators for total, integrated development of body, mind and spirit in individuals and communities.

Upon successful completion of the program requirements, students will receive a certificate in Christian Community Development and Appropriate Technologies.

Objectives: Graduates of the training practicum should
1. Understand the importance of being a holistic witness for Jesus Christ;
2. Have the tools to organize and facilitate the holistic development of a group or community, and be motivated to do so;
3. Know how to initiate and carry out a SIFAT training seminar and practicum.

For more information please call or email info@sifat.org.

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List of Classes
Class Components
Application Forms

SIFAT Ecuador and SIFAT Philippines also offer training practicums. Click on the links to learn more, or visit Long-term Projects.