At the core of AIESEC, we strive for the development of youth leadership. We believe it is youth that have the poten al to shape the future and influence a be er world. With that in mind, AIESEC as a global organiza on has chosen to work closely with The United Na ons, as they make youth a priority in seeing this posi ve change. In 2015, The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were launched. The SDGs, or Global Goals, are a universal set of goals, targets and indicators that UN member states will be expected to use to frame their agendas and poli cal policies over the next 15 years. These goals aim to achieve three extraordinary things in the next 15 years: end extreme poverty, fight inequality and jus ce, and fix climate change. As an organiza on, AIESEC aims to align what we do around what the world needs. And what the world needs is to know The Global Goals, but more importantly, understand how they can contribute to them. Through our exchange programs such as Global Citizen, our mission is to develop relevant projects and ac vi es in order to make an impact that contribute directly to The Global Goals.
Inorder for AIESEC in Mexico to contribute towards building a better country, we recognized the importance of aligning our incoming Global Citizen projects to The Global Goals. Por Mexico is our national program developed in order to address the needs and issues within Mexico, with each specific project addressing one Global Goal. We aim to provide tangible solu ons and ac ons towards these issues. Through our projects, we strive to empower youth, communi es and government to act with a sense of urgency in building a be er Mexico.
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Reduced Inequalities
Reduced Inequalities Objective of the Goal: Reduce inequality within and among countries Potential Market: Orphanages, Summer Camps, NGOs The Projects (JDs): YOUTH Project aiming to help underprivileged Mexican Youth by creating impactful and powerful activities to generate a healthier mindset and perspective by teaching life skills in school, personal life and work with topics such as teamwork, global mindset, diversity, health, leadership, social responsibility, etc. ELDERLY Project aiming to support Organizations that have the mission of helping Mexican Elders through diverse activities that help them have a healthier self esteem, achievements, self development and motivation/empowerment. HOST FAMILY 2 MEALS
About Toluca Human in Fire by Adrián Ramirez Cosmovitral by Andrés Hernández
Toluca, which is the capital of the State of Mexico, is located an hour away from Mexico City. It is the highest city in Mexico at 8,844 feet above sea level. Toluca is known as La Bella, or the Beautiful, for its 19th century colonial architecture in the downtown area. However, today the city is better known for its highly developed industrial sector. Toluca has an active cultural life and the second highest number of museums after Mexico City. It is also known for tasty dishes,
NEVADO DE TOLUCA Beautiful natural settings surround this city, including one of the the country s highest volcano, the Nevado de Toluca, and La Marquesa, a park in the mountains where visitors can hike, try wall-climbing, ride horses and rent four-wheel ATVs. LA MARQUESA
METEPEC Magnificent village mexiquense, which is amazing for the variety of works of art made by master potters of the place. Meet their neighborhoods to find amazing pieces as the famous Tree of Life. COSMOVITRAL As was between 1910 and 1975 the Municipal Market September 16, this botanical garden was built using the beauty of art nouveau building. With about 400 species of plants, trees and shrubs, it is a place of convergence of light, space and nature. The most outstanding is the stained glass where is represented the Man Sun and it was built from 1978 to July 1980.
THE ZACANGO ZOO A zoo with a lot of diversity, has 180 different species from around the world including some endangered. With an area of 159 hectares, it is built on what was the sixteenth-century Franciscan Finance. TEMOAYA Arts and crafts, including hand-woven oriental style rugs. A visit to the Otomi Ceremonial Center is a must.
Currency Our currency is the Mexican Peso (MXN). The salary you earn is enough for you to cover basic expenses. However, you should know that you will be paid only after the first month of work. We recommend that you bring $ 600 USD for the expenses of your first month. It is best to change money at the airport, where there are many currency exchange offices. Look for one with the highest amount "Buy". Credit cards are accepted in many places, but also you should bring some cash with you. VISA and Mastercard cards are more popular Mexico. Once in Mexico, you will open a bank account where you receive payments from your practice. We have the coins of 10, 20 and 50 cents; and 1, 2, 5 and 10 pesos. Bills We have 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 and 1000 value. Over the past decade there have been many changes in the material used for the accounts due to security reasons, so it is likely to find a similar made of plastic-like paper material.
Food The real mexican food is very different from all the Tex-Mex or foreign mexican restaurants. If you are interested in adventure you ll be well compensated in México. Most food is overly seasoned and extremely hot, but also extremely delicious. We recomend you take it easy at first, so that your body gets used to it and you can enjoy the most of it. We ve chosen some of the culinary beauties that are easy to get. The Basics Tortilla The most eaten food of Mexicans, tortillas can be made from flour (more common in the north) or corn (the traditional method and the most common in the south). Often they are served with a meal as would be the bread in other countries. The most common dish that uses tortilla are the tacos. Beans A good source of protein, beans are commonly boiled and then fried. They can be a main ingredient in a meal or served almost always as a garnish. Chilies In general, the bigger the chili, the taste is softer. The poblano peppers are large and are filled and served as a main dish, while the small havanero is fiercely hot. Guacamole Cut avocado with onion, garlic, chilies and cilantro. It is served as a dip. Salsa It is commonly associated with red or green blend of tomatoes, onion, chile and cilantro. It is served on the table as a dressing or dip. Beware habanero sauces and try always try some salsa before a precaution. ANTOJITOS Chilaquiles Fried tortilla riots with onion, spices and perhaps chicken topped with cheese and topped with salsa. Empanadas fried corn tortilla folded and stuffed with different dishes such as cheese, vegetables, mushrooms or meat. Gorditas It is fried corn dough in a round shape and generally full of beans. They are ornamented with cheese, sour cream, salsa and sometimes lettuce.
Garnachas Fried corn tortillas generally covered with beans or salsa and shredded beef, chopped onions and cheese. Tacos dorados Small fried tortilla rolled and filled with dishes like meat, potatoes and cheese. Usually they are covered with lettuce, cheese, onions and sour cream. When they are bigger, they are called flutes. Enchiladas fried and folded tortillas stuffed with vegetables, chicken or pork covered in a sauce of tomato and pepper. They are garnished with lettuce, cheese and onion. Usually they are not as spicy. Quesadillas folded tortilla filled with grilled cheese. Often they served with beans or some salad and a recommendation for those who do not eat spicy. Mole A wonderful sauce made with an amazing combination of chocolate, chili and many spices, can be red or green depending on the ingredients. The moles of Puebla and Oaxaca are very famous. The sauce is usually served with chicken, but turkey is more traditional. Pozole A traditional and delicious soup usually associated with the celebration of Independence Day. It is made out of pork, peppers, hominy and spices. It is decorated with lettuce, radishes, chopped cilantro, onion, oregano and lemon. Usually eaten with toast (one fried tortilla). Tortas Mexican snacks, often large bread loaf with generous ingredients. Tamales Corn dough wrapped in corn husks or banana leaves and stuffed with chicken, pork or turkey and/or vegetables, then steamed. You can also find sweet tamales stuffed with strawberry or pineapple jam. FOR STARTERS We recommend the following as an introduction to Mexican food: -Quesadillas -Enchiladas -Dishes involving cooked fish -Beans with rice -Tortas (Check the ingredients) Meal times: We mostly eat three meals a day. We usually have: -Breakfast between 08: 00-11: 00 -Lunch between 14: 00-16: 00 -Dinner between 21: 00-23: 00 The most important time in Mexican culture is the evening, when the dishes are substancialy more than any other time.
Drinks Tequila This infamous spirit is most commonly served to tourists in the form of a margarita: mixed with lemon juice salt mount. It actually derived from the maguey plant. Mezcal It is derived fromtequila, it is traditionally served with a worm in the bottle. The worm must be eatten when the mezcal is running out! Beer Mexican beers are now known worldwide, Corona, Sol and Dos Equis brands are common, usually served cold and very refreshing frozen alternative drinks.
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Contact: Luis Angel Reynoso, Local Vice President Incoming Global Citizen AIESEC en ITESM Toluca angel.reynoso@aiesec.net