Please note that this retreat is exclusively available to writers of Dominican descent, in line with our mission of connecting with our homeland and amplifying voices of the Dominican diaspora.
Retreat Dates in the Dominican Republic:
July 5th - 12th, 2027: Arte A Todo Color - Santiago de los Caballeros
July 12th - 20th, 2027: Escribiendo Hasta Las Raices - Cabarete + Sosua
August 9th - 16th, 2027: Entre Rio y Raices - Bonao
Application Timeline:
Alumni Application Opens: October 26th, 2026
General Public Application Opens: November 2nd, 2026
Application Closes: December 8th, 2026
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all spots are filled.
Application Costs:
Fee: $45 (Due upon submission of this application)
Deposit: $300 (Due with 15 days of acceptance - nonrefundable- goes towards tuition amount)
Tuition: $3500 (Payment Plans Available - Must sign up by January 31st, 2027)
Flight is not included
Questions? Sign up for a virtual info session
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/5bwJWD-tRQqEm1_HnSTplg
For all other matters please email: elretornoretreat@gmail.com
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