How do I lead a trip?

Brian with a big hammer

  • Contact Alt Break so we can help you!
  • Choose a co-leader.
  • Decide what type of project(s) and/or organization(s) you would like to work with during the trip.
  • Find a work site that will enable you to accomplish your goals
  • Find free housing, ideally within the communtiy where you wil be working. You should ask your site for help finding housing.

What does Alternative Break look for in a leader?

This is the basic framework for the selection of leaders for an Alternative Break trip. A candidate must not be on any type of probation and must fulfill the basic characteristics of a desirable trip leader.

Candidate Requirements 

A candidate is...

  1. Not on academic or conduct probation
  2. In the minds of the coordinators, capable of leading an Alternative Break.
  3. Of second year standing or higher, unless:
  • the candidate has comparable experience, as determined by the coordinators, or
  • Candidate's co-leader is of second-year standing or higher, or
  • Candidate can demonstrate competence.

Characteristics of a Trip Leader

  • Organized 
  • Capable of making both consensus, quick, and emergency decisions
  • Flexible
  • Calm 
  • Motivated to serve