AB Application 2027

Alternative Break (AB) 2027 Application: The Regional Blueprint - Building Bridges Across Borders.
This immersive local/regional service intensive takes your leadership training into the field, focusing on youth empowerment, cross-border collaboration, climate action, and community development.

This is your opportunity to move beyond the classroom, collaborate with regional partners and alumni, raise funds as a team, and lead high-impact community projects. The experience runs during the academic year and culminates in an extended weekend or week-long community service trip at the close of Semester II.

Programme Details

Theme: The Regional Blueprint: Building Bridges Across Borders
Location: To be announced
Tentative Travel Dates: May 24–29, 2027
Focus Areas: Youth & Community Development, Environmental Conservation, Alumni Engagement, and Cultural Exchange

Applicant Eligibility & Profile We are seeking Student Leaders who demonstrate:

Commitment: Reliability to see projects, pre-departure training, and team goals through to completion.
Teamwork & Initiative: A collaborative spirit to actively drive team fundraising and partner with stakeholders.
Growth Mindset & Cultural Humility: A desire to build workforce skills, unpack personal biases, and apply leadership to real-world challenges.
Requirements:

Minimum GPA: 2.5
Minimum Year Level: Year 2 and above

Questions?

Contact us at emily.joseph@uwi.edu or (868) 235-4894 Ext. 84188.
Name

First NameLast Name
Student Email Address
jane.doe@my.uwi.edu
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
WhatsApp Phone Number (if different from above)
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Address (during the school semester)

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Address (during the vacation period, if different from above)

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Nationality
Passport number
With at least 6 months validity remaining from programme dates
Student ID number
Level of Study
Programme of study
Minor or area of specialization (if applicable)
Faculty
Year of study

Other
Cumulative GPA
Expected year of graduation
T-shirt size

Other
Meal Preference
Food Allergies
If any
- Complete the wirtten essay
  
  Instructions:
  
  Suggested Word Count: 250–300 words max.
  Focus: Conceptual understanding, reflection on graduate identity, and regional relevance.
- Reflecting on a specific community service or team project you have personally been involved in, explain what 'Community Engagement' means to you and how this experience shapes the kind of UWI graduate you aspire to become.
- Complete your video pitch submission
  
  In 90 seconds or less, tell us what makes you an ideal candidate, the top skill you bring to our regional team, and how will you help us hit our fundraising goals?
  
  Instructions:
  
  Time Limit: 60 to 90 seconds max (reviewers stop watching at 90s).
  Format: MP4 file upload (max 50MB) OR viewable link (Google Drive, YouTube Unlisted, or Canva link).
  Note: Filming on a basic smartphone in a quiet space is expected. No special editing or background music is required.
- Video Pitch Submission
  
  Cancelof
- Viewable link for video pitch submission.
  Utilize this field if you are unable to upload your video above
- Emergency Contact
  
  First NameLast Name
- Emergency Contact number
  Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
- Emergency contact email address
  example@example.com
- Do you have any medical conditions or allergies (bees, plants, or specific foods) that require regular medication or specific support while in the field?
- If you've answered yes above, to ensure your safety during the programme, please provide brief details (e.g., condition, medication, or emergency instructions):
  All information provided is strictly confidential and used only for safety planning.
- Agreement: By submitting this application, I confirm that the facts set forth in it are true and complete. I understand that false statements, omissions, or other misrepresentations made by me on this application may result in my removal from the selection pool.
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Alternative Break (AB) 2027 Application: The Regional Blueprint - Building Bridges Across Borders.