Meaningful Residency Experiences in Sint Maarten

Two ways to join VK (Local Track or Campus Residency)

All participants follow the same campus rhythm—weekly learning sessions, field practicum, heritage circles, and applied projects. The difference is how you participate:

Local Track (Non‑Residential): for Sint Maarten-based participants who live off-campus and join the program for learning + practicum.
Campus Residency (Residential): for regional and international participants who live on campus as part of the cohort.

Focus Areas You May Work In (Track Themes)

Depending on your level and the season’s priorities, residents may contribute through themes such as:

Roots Revival @ Plantation Succour: heritage agriculture, land restoration, and cultural renewal
Community Gardens & Food Sovereignty: Food Farm Gardens (FFG), nursery/seedling systems, and CSA foundations
HAICI Practicum: research, documentation, teaching materials, and knowledge-sharing connected to HAICI

Our Residency Pathways

Our Residency Pathways (L1–L4)

VK pathways are designed as a progression. You can enter at Level 1, or apply for advanced levels based on experience and fit.

L1: Foundations Residency (Heritage Agrarian Foundations)
Build core skills in regenerative growing, land stewardship, and heritage agrarian practice through structured weekly learning and hands-on fieldwork.

L2: Innovation & Incubation Residency
For residents ready to develop an applied project—systems building, research, enterprise prototypes, or community initiatives—supported by mentorship and milestones.

L3: Professional Track Residency
For emerging agrarian professionals and educators. Deepen your practice, build a portfolio, and take on leadership responsibilities within the campus community.

L4: Collaborative Fellowship Residency
For experienced practitioners, VK alumni, and invited experts. Fellows collaborate on high-impact research, curriculum development, campus systems, and partnerships that expand VK’s long-term impact.

What's Included

Included for all participants (Local Track + Campus Residents):

- Participation in the VK campus rhythm (sessions, practicum, circles, applied projects)
- Access to campus gardens, learning spaces, and work areas
- Workshops and skill-building (regenerative agriculture, heritage restoration, food systems, and more)
- Access to HAICI-aligned learning resources and local partnerships (as available)

Included for Campus Residents (Residential Track):

- Shared accommodation on campus
- Daily meals included (provided through residency tuition)
- Utilities and Wi‑Fi

Local Track meals: Local participants may purchase meals when on-site.

Who Should Apply

- Sint Maarten locals seeking hands-on agrarian learning and a pathway into food livelihoods
- Regional and international residents seeking immersive, purpose-driven campus living
- Scholars, educators, and practitioners contributing to heritage agriculture and knowledge recovery
- Changemakers and partners aligned with food sovereignty and land restoration

How To Apply

Ready to join Sint Maarten’s heritage agrarian community?
Apply for a residency pathway or propose a practicum/fellowship collaboration.

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Regenerative Leadership Immersion Program - 19 persons

Take your team out of the boardroom and into the garden. This isn't another trust-fall exercise or PowerPoint presentation. It's a transformative week where your team builds real systems, solves real problems, and creates lasting impact—all while strengthening bonds and developing leadership skills.

Your team will work together on actual projects: building aquaponics systems, designing food gardens, and contributing to Vicky's Keys' mission of food security in Sint Maarten. These aren't simulations—they're real initiatives that will continue serving the community long after you leave.

Your Team's 7-Day Experience:

Collaborative Projects:

Design and build a complete aquaponics or garden system together
Solve real agricultural challenges requiring teamwork
Contribute to community food security initiatives
Create something tangible that serves the local community

Leadership Development:

Workshops on sustainable business practices
Team challenges in permaculture design and problem-solving
Reflection sessions on leadership, impact, and innovation
Communication and collaboration skill-building

Cultural Immersion:

Work alongside local farmers and community members
Learn Caribbean agricultural heritage
Participate in cultural celebrations
Farm-to-table team meals (some prepared together)

Team Outcomes:

✓ Stronger collaboration and communication
✓ Shared sense of purpose and accomplishment
✓ Leadership skills developed through real-world challenges
✓ Understanding of sustainable business practices
✓ Lasting team memories and bonds
✓ A completed project that serves the community

What's Included:

✓ 7 nights eco-lodge accommodation
✓ 3 farm-to-table meals daily
✓ All project materials and tools
✓ Facilitated team workshops and reflection sessions
✓ Cultural excursions and team activities
✓ Airport pickup and drop-off for the group
✓ Private meeting space with WiFi
✓ Group photos and project documentation

Perfect For:

Corporate teams (8-15 people) • Leadership development programs • Company offsites • Teams seeking purpose-driven experiences • Organizations focused on sustainability

Pricing:

$825 per person

Minimum 8 participants required. Custom programs available.

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$ 4,699

Important Booking Information:

✓ Deposit: Non-refundable deposit required to confirm
✓ Payment: Full payment due 30 days before program start
✓ Cancellation: Non-refundable within 30 days of start date
✓ Age Requirement: 18+ years old
✓ Insurance: Travel insurance strongly recommended
✓ Transportation: Airport pickup/drop-off included on program dates

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Validity 05/01/2026 - 22/06/2026