What I Gained Most from Traveling Abroad

This trip was one of the most meaningful experiences I have had at Elon. While I have travelled in developing countries before, this trip was the most physically and mentally challenging trip that I have ever been on. However, despite the hardships I feel so lucky to have had the amazing opportunity to see the passion and struggle that are at the core of the Zapatista movement. Their commitment to their cause is truly amazing. Furthermore, I feel proud to have been part of a political movement that uses non-violent resistance in an attempt to make our world a better place. I have gained from this experience a better understanding of what it means to resist non-violently. I have also had the time to reflect and in some ways re-evaluate my responsibilities as a global citizen.