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After traveling from the Amazon, we worked our way across the Andes and up the coast to Esmeraldas – the heart of Afro-Ecuadorian culture! We have been working in the city of Esmeraldas for years, but with this trip we met with new partners in a small, charming village accurately named “Pueblito.” It was a fantastic meeting and we are thrilled to be expanding our efforts into this rural community. And as you can see from this mural, although there is no ongoing arts education being offered at this school – there is definitely a desire to learn!

#dramaticadventure #movedtoact #esmeraldas #afroecuatoriano #ecuadorisallyouneed #artseducation #theatreeducation #allvoicesmatter #niñosenelarte #childreninthearts (at Pueblito, Esmeraldas, Ecuador)

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We decided to hike in for our meeting with the leadership of this Shuar community in the Amazon. Although things began cautiously, we all left the meeting feeling like this was the beginning of an important relationship. We look forward to working hand in hand with our new friends to strengthen public speaking/storytelling skills – needed now more than ever as their voices desperately needs to be heard.

#dramaticadventure #movedtoact #artseducation #theatreeducation #empoweredvoices #poweroftheatre #indigenousrights #amazonjungle #ecuadorisallyouneed

What an incredibly productive and fun trip this has been. Hasta pronto Ecuador, see you for ACTion 2017!!

#dramaticadventure #movedtoact #actionecuador #inflight #ecuadorisallyouneed

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On our way to another community meeting, we were shown nearby and newly discovered ancient petroglyphs. Amazing. Love this one!

#dramaticadventure #movedtoact #ecuadorisallyouneed #indianajones #ancientaliens

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Heading to meet with community leaders in the valley, but first we had to pull over and take in the view.

#goldenhour #stunningview #peacefuleasyfeeling #dramaticadventure #movedtoact #ecuadorisallyouneed (at Limón Indanza, Morona Santiago)