FLOTA Projects

FLOTA Projects is a unique opportunity for girls aged 17-22 from North America, South America, Central America, and the Caribbean to participate in hands-on, small group projects. Project Teams will focus on a specific theme, working together to create a final project that seeks to offer new perspectives and contribute to current work done in the region. They may be research, creative, or volunteer in essence. In the process of completing their project, participants will gain critical skills, expand their knowledge in a particular field, and produce a deliverable that can be highlighted in professional contexts. Multiple projects will run from September 2025- May 2026. More specific information can be found in each project’s call for applications – which will be released throughout the year on our social media and website. Participants may apply to all projects that interest them, but may only participate in one project per year.

Who Can Get Involved?

Girls aged 17-22 from North America, South America, Central America, and the Caribbean*
Passionate about the project theme and ready to meaningfully contribute to their team in the creation of a final project
Able to dedicate 3-4 hours per week to their project, including attending live meetings (the frequency of these meetings will be set by your project leader)
Access to consistent internet connection and electronic devices
Intermediate or advanced proficiency in the Project Language. Annually, we hope to have projects conducted in English, Spanish, and Portuguese!

* Eligible Countries Include: Canada, United States, Mexico, Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, Puerto Rico, Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Grenada, Haiti, Jamaica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Trinidad and Tobago.

Program Structure

Each project will look different! This is the beauty of the FLOTA Projects program which aims to offer a number of unique projects annually. Each project will consist of a team of 5 participants and 1 project leader (6 people total). Your Project leader will determine the timeline of your project, the meeting schedule, and due dates for project components. This information will be made available to interested participants during the application process so that they can factor it into their decisions when choosing which projects to apply to. More specifics about project logistics can be found in each project’s call for applications and will be publicized on our social media.

Application Process

Specific project opportunities will be advertised throughout the year on our website and social media. Keep your eyes out for some exciting opportunities coming up. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at hello.flota@gmail.com.

Active Projects

Between Two Worlds: Borders, Migration, and Identity in Central and South America (More information / Applications close October 19, 2025)