Frequently Asked Questions

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Q.I am not an American Citizen – Can I still participate?

A.-Yes you are most welcome. You need a B1/B2 visa. IICD will issue a letter which you bring to the U.S. Embassy. We will guide you in how to proceed. You do not apply for the visa untill you are enrolled.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.Why do we have a No Drugs No Alcohol Policy ?

A.Opinions and thoughts from teachers and participants IICD Massachussetts and all other DRH Movement schools have a no alcohol no drugs policy. This means that everyone , from staff to volunteers, must refrain from the use of drugs or alcohol while enrolled in IICD. This includes fundraising and other activities outside the school. Exceptions for this rule is when you have an open weekend which means leaving the school and staying somewhere else. You are expected to respect this policy in order to maintain the common wellbeing for everyone.

Q.Why do we have this policy?

A.The rules are not simply a way to undermind people’s wills or attitudes, but they aim to provide good habits and offer an environment where people can function in their full intellectual and physical capabilities. We are all codependent and your abilities are tested and needed all of the time. It will be impossible to maintain an adequate study and work environment when staff or students are intoxicated. So if you have any doubts as to the nececessity of this rule, we suggest that you ask for clarification and re-evaluate your priorities. Disregard for this rule is not fair to your colleagues, or the people you are going to work with abroad. We have a sincerely desire to keep IICD free from any drugs and alchohol for the benefit of the entire community. Some of the pros and cons (from the participants point of view ) : Pros and whys: - “People with addictions tend to separate themselves from others”. Our activities while Development Instructors demand team work skills, co-operation and problem solving skills. - “Drugs take away your inhibitions”. To be a DI you will have to be naturally able to communicate and express yourself, with a clear mind. - “Drug addicted people can be destructive and violent”. Our work is about construction. - “There are better things to do with your time than get wasted”. Your time at IICD and Africa/Brazil will be filled by studies and work, and this in itself can develop you as a person. Drugs or alcohol may take away from that experience. Cons: - As adults and mature people we should have the right to take decisions about drinking and drugs. We understand, but we maintain our position for the following reasons : 1- Most alcoholics do not recognize their problem and tend to think that they can control their addictions when that is often not the case. 2- The same happens to users of so - called inoffensive drugs, that do not recognize when affected by the drug or that their attention is prejudiced. 3- At school everybody has responsibilities, problems affect everyone. Each person at IICD has a responsibility which is crucial for the functioning of the school such as driving cars, doing shopping, controlling oil and electricity, cleaning, group money and so on. We cannot depend on people who cannot control themselves. 4- IICD hosts teenagers with drug and alcohol problems from its partner school in Denmark. These young ones have often their last chance to recover and become motivated to stay away from these substances. Any contact with drugs or alcohol, or the simple fact of knowing that they are around them, could destroy the recovery program for these kids. A lot of people choose IICD, among many other projects, because of this policy. It shows that a serious training is provided . It projects a positive image to its employees, volunteers, donors and beneficiaries. One of the biggest problems we are going to deal with in Africa or Brazil is the abuse of drugs and alcohol, which has an extremely negative effect on families, societies and personal relationships. Come to IICD to contribute with the best of you. Leave your addictions behind and learn how to be a different person.

Q.I am not an American Citizen – Can I still participate?

Q.No money – what can I do – can I still participate?

A.-The schools running the training period have smaller and bigger scholarships available. The scholarships are not given according to your former experiences and skills but to whether you need it or not. We will discuss this during the interviews we have with you. You can apply for one when you attend a preparatory weekend or a meeting. Many volunteers have fundraised the money - we can assist you in this by giving you a list of ideas how to get started, fundraising letter etc. We believe that financial matters are there to be solved so if you have the will we will support you in finding a solution.

Q.What documents do I need to bring?

A.For the time at the school: Clothing: Practical clothing for indoors and outdoors Work clothes - - head to toe Exercise clothes, sneakers, and swimsuit 1 set of nice clothes - - for presentations, etc. If you are going to be at IICD-MA between November and April you must be prepared for cold weather. Bring boots, wool socks, a coat, warm hat, gloves, long underwear, slippers, etc. Gear: Sleeping bag and / or other warm bedding (A sleeping bag is the most practical for trips away from the school) Alarm Clock Shower kit and towel Sheets and pillowcase Optional: Musical instruments, pillow, camera, radio, bicycle, skis, other sports equipment, reading material, dictionaries/ reference books. There is limited storage space in the rooms, please do not bring more than you need! You should also know that you cannot store your things at IICD while you are abroad. For Abroad: Clothing: Shirts - long/short sleeve, T-shirt and button down Skirts or light dresses / nice pants (something for meetings) Work clothes (for warm weather) -- shorts, sun hat Sweater, wind breaker, raincoat Socks and underwear (plenty!) swimsuit Shoes - sturdy work shoes (hiking boots), comfortable shoes for walking, dress shoes, sandals, and sneakers Gear: Mosquito net Backpack Sleeping bag (light) Money belt (to be worn inside your pants to carry essential papers) Notebooks and pencils Water bottle Watch/Alarm clock Small flashlight

Q.Does the training prepare the volunteers for the fieldwork?

A.-Yes, IICD prides itself on training hard working and dedicated volunteers whom, in the past, have gone on and have made significant progress and differences to the countries and the local communities they were based in.

Q.Do you work very closely with local organizations?

A.-Yes, while training volunteers have the option of doing community outreach and working together with local organizations in the area on such projects as HIV/AIDS education, camps for underpriviledged and "at risk" children, ect. IICD wants our volunteers not only to take an active role in the issues of the world but also within the local community.

Q.What is the success rate within the training program?

A.-The ratio of volunteers that start to volunteers that go on to the projects is 12:10.

Q.How much time is spent in class vs fundraising?

A.- 8 weeks out of the 6 months is set aside for fundraising and reaching your goals.

Q.What sort of fundraising is typical?

A.-There are many different methods of raising funds. The typical way is making appointments with stores like Wallmart to ask customers or street fundraising or door-to-door solicitation. This is how a majority of our volunteers reach their goals but it isn't for everybody. IICD does not want to hinder a person’s innovative spirit and embraces new and exciting ways of fundraising.

Q.Will it be possible for my family to visit me before I leave for overseas?

A.-Yes, IICD welcomes guests to come and see what their friend or family member is doing. We usually host a Friends and Families Weekend twice a year. There also is a short break where people who want to go home are able to, also twice a year. Plus, IICD knows how important saying good bye is and grants a one - two weeks home travel to volunteers sometime before they leave.

Q.Can I leave Massachusetts during the 6 month?

A.-Yes, other than our two week breaks and home travel time, IICD has no objections to those who need to leave for special occasions, provided we are notified in advance and the travel has been arranged.

Q.What about health insurance?

A.-For the time spent here, IICD would advise our volunteers have arranged some kind of insurance. We do offer a package for a fee.

Q.How many people attend the school?

A.-IICD has from 30 – 50 participants training at all times.

Q.How often do I have to take the classes?

A.-We usually have a daily structure that is divided into two parts, one is common courses and discussions held with all participants and the other is tailored for your specific program. This includes language, country history, job specialization, ect. Courses start at 8 a.m and finish at 4:30 p.m Monday through Saturday.

Q.What is the refund policy?

A.After one week you get $2500 back. After 2 months $1500. One week before departure $500.

Q.Do I need a working visa to go to the projects?

A.-Yes, you will need a visa. Either a work visa or a work exemption visa, depending on the country. IICD will help secure your visa prior to you leaving.

Q.Where does the funding come from for the projects?

A.-Humana People to People gets the major part of its funding from income generating projects such as Clothes Collection. Besides that from a variety of sources such as UN (UNAIDS, UNICEF, WFP), Corporations (Kellogs, De Beers, Johnson & Johnson). For more information please check out www.humana.org under contributors.

Q.Does Humana People to People work in unison with any other humanitarian organizations in Africa?

A.-Yes, Humana People to People works many other international and local humanitarian organizations along with commmunity organizations and government.

Q.Do we need to bring money for food and accommodation in Africa?

A.-No, you do not need to take money for food and accomodations. Humana People to People provides sufficient funds for food and neccessities. They also provide accomodation while at the project.

Q.In case of an emergency how can people contact us in Africa? Will we be able to contact our families?

A.-They can contact the school and then the school contact the project leader who has a satellite phone. All projects have access to phones (landlines, satellite, and cellular) and a majority have access to internet.

Q.How big are the teams usually that are working as development instructors?

A.-Besides your team, you will be working side by side with other teams from the schools around the world. All in all there usually is between 20-30 volunteers in the country working in the various projects along side you.

Q.What medical care is available should we get sick?

A.-While abroad, IICD along with Humana has organized international health insurance for all volunteers. This gives you access to the best medical care in the counrty. It covers any and all illnesses and surgery you may need.

Q.What are some of the precautions development instructors must take when in Africa?

A.-Making sure you use safe drinking water is a very big concern, you should always boil your water and let it stand until it is cool. Or if you do not have acces to fire, use a plastic bottle covered one half with foil or paint black and let it stand in the sunlight for 12 hours then let cool. Another concern is Malaria, but if you go on www.cdc.gov/travel/mailinfor.htm they will answer this question better.

Q.Can I use the experiences from the DI program for further employment?

A.-Yes, many past volunteers have gone on to work in other NGOs and also have stayed on with Humana People to People and have joined as a Project Leader.

Q. What if we are unable to complete our designated time? Is there penalty to coming back early?

A.-No there is no penalty for leaving the project early. If you have to leave you can leave, nobody will stop you. Although you are very much needed and the Project would be saddened by your early departure.

Q.Will we be in a rural or more urban community?

A.-Most volunteers are sent to very rural areas either living with other volunteers or by themselves with a host family in the community.

Q.What is the typical diet? Do we cook for ourselves?

A.-The typical diet in Southern Africa is meat or chicken with a maize (similar to corn) and fresh fruits and vegetables from the region. Majority of volunteers do prepare their own meal or share the responsibility amongst themselves.

Q.How accepting is the community towards the volunteers?

A.-Very, Humana People to People have sent over 6,000 volunteers to Africa in the past 20 years and because of hard work, determination, and long life friendships built along the way, the communities have opened their hearts and their minds towards the new volunteers who come.

Q.How much extra time would I have to interact on a one on one basis with the local community?

A.-This is what makes the program so unique, you are always interacting with people in the community. It is all hands on work where you are visiting your neighbors talking about malaria, or helping build a latrine for a friend, or even helping start up an income generating business for the women with 5 children down the road. There is no extra time needed to interact, you just do on a daily basis.

Q.Are there moral and customs that we are trying to push on people to make them more "western"?

A.-Absolutely not, we believe in cultural sensitive education.This is another reason for 6 months training, by the time you leave you will know the culture, language, and history so that you can make judgements of your own on how best it would be to work in the community.

Q.If there is a coup or election that doesn't support the program what happens to us?

A.Humana belives in the safety of all volunteeers and would never leave anyone in an unsafe area or situation. As soon as there is any type of instability, Humana will make sure you will be removed from the country immediately and sent to another for the duration of your time.

Q.What about my safety as a foreigner?

A.Your safety can only be measured by how safe you make your situation, just like anywhere else in the world. Use your common sence and do not make comprimises!. It is best to keep in mind the lessons you were taught while a child. Always make sure you tell someone where you are going and when you will return, go places in pairs or groups, do not flash expensive stuff or money, etc.

Q.Can I defer my study loans?

A.Yes you can. Many people who join IICD have student loans they took out for their college. There are 2 types of loans: * Government loans also called Stafford loans; this means the loan program is one or the other way supported by the government * Private loans - taken from a bank or another financial company. Get the appropiate papers for deferring loans and ask us to fill out whatever is needed to certify that you will be part of a program at IICD.

Q.Is there an agelimit?

A.The minimum age required is 17 1/2 at the start of the program. There is no upper limit.

Q.Can I bring my children?

A.No you cannot. As earlier stated to join our programs you need to be 17 1/2 of age. The projects we work at in Africa cannot accomodate children from abroad.

Q.O que está incluso no valor do programa?

A.O valor de US$3,900 é relativo aos 14 meses do programa. Entre as despesas incluídas estão alimentação, moradia, custos do treinamento e de transporte distribuídos da seguinte forma nos três períodos: EUA: custos do treinamento, alimentação, moradia, transporte local África: moradia, transporte local e alimentação básica(isso pode variar conforme o projeto escolhido) Camp Future: moradia, alimentação. Para esse período há algumas variações relativas ao lugar onde é desejado realizar. Em alguns casos, é necessário fazer levantamento de fundos.

Q.What do I need to prepare?

A.Things to Prepare Before Arriving at IICD General Health: Please let us know prior to the course if you have any medical conditions, physical limitations or dietary restrictions. Also let us know if you are allergic to sulfa or are taking any prescription medicines as this may react with the malaria medicine. Personal Care: If you take medicine or vitamins on a regular basis, make sure to bring enough for the whole travel period. Health Insurance abroad: IICD takes out a policy with NordFlex that covers volunteers while abroad. This includes medical evacuation by SOS International to the nearest country where proper treatment is available, when needed. Health Insurance at IICD: Volunteers are not covered through IICD while they are here for the preparation period. Therefore we ask you to be covered domestically by your own policy. If you do not have a policy we can cover you through NordFlex for $90/month during your preparation period (if you are a non-American). If you already have an insurance please find out if this covers vaccinations. Tests: You need a card or other documentation of your blood type. This is essential for you and us to know in case of an emergency or accident. If you do not know your blood type you can find out by donating blood, but you must allow time to get the results. Immunizations: All participants in all IICD programs must have up-to-date immunizations (i.e. booster as an adult) against measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), and polio. If you haven't had a tetanus booster within five years, you must get one. Please bring records of your vaccinations. Within the preparation period, vaccinations will be given for a number of diseases specific to the area where you will be traveling. For most teams these will include Typhoid and Hepatitis A – for teams going to Angola and Brazil also Yellow Fever. The vaccinations do not include Hepatitis B or Rabies; if you want them make sure you have completed them before you start the preparation period (they are both multi sequence shots so plan ahead). If you have traveled before and have a yellow international vaccination booklet, please bring it to IICD. Malaria: During the international period everyone will be required to take preventative malaria pills and to sleep with a mosquito net. (Except for the Brazil team which does not need it in the areas you will be working). You must purchase the mosquito net and the repellent to use for treating it. If you can get the vaccinations for free in your home country, please do so before arriving to IICD and bring the vaccination card. Documents: The following documents are required for your visa application. All Teams: A passport valid until the end of the program. 4 passport sized photos. The photos must be official passport photos. You will need them for visa applications and for solicitor ID's – for teams going to Angola, you need to bring 6 photos. At least one form of identification other than your passport. (I.e. driver's license). Africa teams: Curriculum vitae (a resume) Educational credentials (diploma or transcripts). A statement from a doctor that you are in good health (Angola team only) HIV/AIDS test (only for Angola) Criminal Record for Angola, which you need to have when you arrive at IICD; These documents are needed to apply for the visas. Please keep the resume as brief as possible (1-2 pages) as it will have to be translated - it is a formality only - you do not need to "sell yourself.” Money and Supplies: You will need some spending money for personal items such as stamps, shampoo, toothpaste, treats on the road, souvenirs, etc. We suggest you bring between $200 and $500. This should be adequate for the whole program. This is merely a suggestion; there are many who have spent less than $100, and many who have spent more than $500. It depends very much on how you spend money. If you indulge in a cappuccino everyday when fundraising you will clearly need more than one who buys a $.70 cup every third day. If you are good at budgeting, and/or don't have the money to spend, then the lower end of this range should be fine. If you are a foreigner you will most likely receive a 6 months entry visa when you enter the US. If you come early and know that you will stay longer than the 6 months, you must budget to pay for a visa extension - this costs $300. It is not paid by IICD.

Q.Quais despesas não estão incluídas no valor do programa?

A.Há algumas despesas que não estão incluídas no valor do programa de US$3,900. É importante considerá-las para que possa fazer uma boa programação de custos. São elas: Ainda no Brasil: Taxas relacionadas ao visto, passagem aérea do Brasil para os EUA, matrícula do programa; Nos EUA: Seguro Saúde, renovação de estadia junto à imigração(caso seja necessário), programações de fim de semana. Além disso, considere despesas pessoais como produtos de higiene pessoal. Portanto, sugere-se entre US$200 a US$500 como dinheiro pessoal para todo o programa. Entretanto, isso é apenas uma sugestão. Há pessoas que gastam menos que US$200 enquanto há outras que gastam mais de US$500. Isso depende do seu estilo de vida. Na África: você receberá uma ajuda de custos de US$40 por semana para suas despesas pessoais. Lembre-se que a moradia e, na maioria dos projetos, a alimentação básica é provida.

Q.O Que você Precisa Preparar Antes de Chegar no IICD?

A.1. Saúde Geral: Por favor nos deixe informados, antes de iniciar o programa, se você tem algum problema médico, limitações físicas ou restrições dietéticas. Também nos informe se você é alérgico à sulfa ou se você toma algum remédio sob prescrição e como ele pode reagir com o remédio da malária. 2. Cuidado Pessoal: Se você toma medicamentos ou vitaminas regularmente, assegure-se que trará o suficiente para todo o período do seu programa. • Seguro Saúde no Exterior: O IICD desenvolve uma política com a NordFlex que cobre os voluntários enquando estão no exterior. Isto inclue transporte médico pelo SOS International ao país mais próximo onde seu próprio tratamento está disponível, quando necessário. • Seguro Saúde no IICD: Os voluntários não tem cobertura pelo IICD enquanto estão aqui para o período de treinamento. Portanto nós pedimos que você encontre um de acordo com sua política. Se você não tem uma política nós podemos lhe dar essa cobertura através da NordFlex por 90 dolares ao mês durante seu período de treinamento (se você não é um norte americano). Se você já tem um plano de saúde por favor descubra se o mesmo oferece cobretura para vacinações. 3. Teste: Você precisa de um cartão ou outra documentação onde conste seu tipo de sangue. Isto é essencial para que você e nós saibamos, em caso de emergência ou acidente. Se você não sabe seu tipo de sangue você pode descobrir através de uma doação de sangue, mas você deve considerar o tempo que levará para obter os resultados. 4. Imunizações: Todos os participantes de todos os programas do IICD devem estar com suas imunizações atualizadas, contra sarampo, caxumba, rubéola (MMR), e poliomielite. Se você não tiver se vacinado contra tétano dentro de cinco anos, você deve vacinar-se. Se você tiver viajado antes e tiver um cartão de vacinação internacional amarelo, por favor traga-o, se não faça um para trazer. Dentro do período de treinamento, as vacinações serão dadas para um número de doenças específicas à área onde você estará viajando. Para a maior parte das equipes estão incluidas Febre Tifóide e hepatite A – Para as equipes que vão para Angola e para o Brasil também está incluida Febre Amarela. As vacinações não incluem Hepatite B ou Raiva; Assegure-se de tê-las antes de você começar o período de treinamento (ambas são muito importante para seu futuro). 5. Malaria: Durante o período de realização dos projetos todos deverão tomar remédio para prevenção da malária e dormir sempre com mosquiteiro. (Exeto para o time do Brasil pois não é preciso nas áreas onde estarão trabalhando). Você deve comprar mosquiteiro e repelente. Se você puder tomar as vacinas gratuitamente em seu país, por favor tome-as antes de chegar no IICD e traga o cartão internacional de vacinação. Documentos: Os seguintes documento são necessários para sua solicitação de visto para a segunda etapa do programa: Todos os times • Um passaporte com validade até o final do programa. • 4 fotos para passaporte. As fotos devem ser de passaporte oficial. Você precisará delas para sua solicitação de visto e para os solicitantes de Instrutores de Desenvolvimento – para os times que vão para Angola, você precisa trazer 6 fotos. • Pelo menos um documento de identificação além do seu passaporte (por exemplo: carteira de motorista). Times da África • Curriculum vitae (um resumo) • Credencias Educacionais (diploma ou cópias). • Um atestado de um médico comprovando que sua saúde está boa (somente para o time da Angola) • Teste de HIV/AIDS (somente para Angola) • Registro criminal para Angola, o qual você precisa ter quando chegar aqui no IICD; Esses documentos são necessários para solicitar os vistos. Por favor seja breve em seus resumos (1-2 páginas) já que os mesmos serão traduzidos – isso é só uma formalidade. Dinheiro e fontes • Se você estiver bem em seu orçamento você precisará de um pouco de dinheiro para gastos com itens pessoais como selos, shampoo, creme dental, gastos na estrada, lembraças, etc. Sugerimos que você traga entre $200 e $500. Isso deverá se adequar para o programa inteiro. Isso é apenas uma sugestão; muitos gastam menos de $100, e muitos gastam mais de $500. Isso depende de como você gasta o dinheiro. Se você for um extrangeiro você, provavelmente receberá um visto de entrada de 6 meses quando você entrar nos EUA. Se você vier mais cedo sabendo que ficará mais de 6 meses, você deve se preparar para pagar um visto de extenção que custa $300. Isso não é pago pelo IICD.

Q.Se Meu Pedido de Visto Para os EUA for negado, mesmo assim posso fazer parte do programa?

A.Sim, o IICD tem parcerias com diversas ONG’s que proporcionam o mesmo programa de voluntários, que também são ligadas à Humana www.humana.com, uma delas é a escola localizada no Caribe www.richmondvaleacademy.org e outra na Inglaterra.

Q.Caso eu não possa completar o programa, e precise voltar para casa por alguma razão, qual o será o procedimento? Serei reembolsado?

A.Sim, desde o início até o fim, você poderá sair do projeto. Vem firmado em contrato a questão de reenbolso.

Q.Se acontecer algum conflito, ou problema político onde estiver trabalhando qual o apoio que terei da ONG na África ou América Latina? Seremos removidos?

A.Você está sob a responsabilidade da ONG e qualquer problema desta natureza vê-se a necessidade de retirada imediata de todos os voluntários da área atingida.

Q.Além da malária, que outras doenças estou sujeito à pegar?

A.Todos os voluntários estão sujeitos ao contato com a malária e febre tifóide. Porém durante a sua preparação são transferidos conhecimentos para que possa diminuir os riscos de contágios. Existem áreas que enviamos voluntários que as chances de se pegar malária são mínimas ou quase zero, bem como outras áreas as chances são maiores.

Q.Deverei tomar alguma vacina específica? Deverei tomar alguma vacina específica?

A.Você tomará aqui nos EUA vacinas para o combate à febre amarela e febre tifóide. Recomendamos aos voluntários brasileiros que se Imunizem contra tétano e hepatite A e B que são vacinas comuns e sem custo adicionais no Brasil.

Q.Quais as datas de início dos programas?

A.O programa acontece 4 vezes no ano: Fevereiro, Maio, Agosto e Novembro.

Q.Como posso efetuar o pagamento da taxa de inscrição?

A.Pode efetuar de 3 formas: pelo site no link "PayPal", por deposito bancário ou Western Union.

Q.As taxas cobradas, matrícula USD$ 300 e taxa do programa USD$ 3900 serão cobradas antes ou depois de concedido o visto? Caso não consiga o visto, perderei esse dinheiro?

A.Somente a taxa da matrícula é paga antes da entrevista do visto, e a mesma não é reembolsável. A taxa do programa é paga 30 dias antes do início do treinamento.

Q.Existem diferenças entre as escolas? Ou mesmo nas atividades?

A.Sim, cada uma das escolas tem suas particularidades, principalmente porque cada uma está em uma região diferente dos EUA. Com relação ao ensino não há diferença pois o programa é o mesmo.

Q.Dos diversos programas oferecidos é possível escolher previamente qual vc quer trabalhar?

A.Nas primeiras semanas de curso são apresentados a todos os voluntários as vagas existentes na África e quais os países com suas respectivas cidades onde se encontram os projetos. É neste momento que cada um faz a sua escolha de qual projeto e onde quer voluntariar.

Q.Meu conhecimento da língua inglesa não é extenso. Isso é um empecilho?

A.De certa forma sim, pois todas as aulas ministradas na escola são inglês e todos os voluntários se comunicam através dessa língua, tendo em vista que temos alunos de todos os lugares do mundo.

Q.Posso responder o Application Form em português?

A.Não, esse documento tem que ser preenchido em Inglês sem deixar nenhum campo em branco.

Q.O preenchimento do Application Form significa comprometimento prévio com o programa?

A.O Application Form é apenas um cadastro que todos os candidatos à voluntários tem por obrigação preencher. Após o envio deste todos receberão informações sobre o Instituto.

Q.Para marcar a entrevista basta assessar o site da embaixada?

A.Sim, www.visto-eua.com.br

Q.Que tipo de visto necessito para fazer o programa?

A.Visto b1/b2 (turismo/negócios), o qual atende as características do IICD dentro dos EUA.

Q.Terei orientação de vocês sobre a documentação necessária para o visto?

A.Sim, cada pessoa tem um encarregado de lhe auxiliar, desde a sua matrícula até a chegada na escola nos EUA.