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Building & Renovation Supporter
1 - 12 weeks
·
Age 18 - 50+
Brilliant 4.7
·
Verified by Volunteer World
Excellent response rate
Brilliant 4.7 ·
·
Verified by Volunteer World
·
1 - 12 weeks
·
Age 18 - 50+
·
Excellent response rate
Highlights
- Learn how to use adobe, plaster, bamboo, cement block, drywall, and aluminium
- Decorate and paint new strutures
- Mix cement and plaster new buildings
- Learn construction techniques under the guidance of a local supervisor
- Making a lasting impact in the local community
- Learn how to use adobe, plaster, bamboo, cement block, drywall, and aluminium
- Decorate and paint new strutures
- Mix cement and plaster new buildings
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Especially good for
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups
50+
About the program
Get involved in digging, removing dirt, mixing cement, carrying bricks, painting, and plastering. Learn basic construction techniques under the guidance coordinator.
Construction projects in Guatemala help to develop local communities by building classrooms, small clinics, and community centres. You will be assisting with renovation projects that improve access to education and healthcare. The project can require some hard labour including, digging, removing ...
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Typical day
Sunday – Arrival / Welcome and Home Stay Introduction
Monday – Orientation day
Tuesday to Friday
Here is a rough guide on what to expect:
- Breakfast at the accommodation
- 3-4 hours of volunteer work either in the morning or afternoon
- Your own lunch at the accommodation or project site
- Free time
- Dinner at ...
Free-time activities
There is so much to see and do around Antigua, including cultural events, tours and treks, and exploring the various markets. The local coordinators regularly post a monthly events calendar to let you know of the activities going on nearby. For more ideas on things to do in Guatemala…
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Requirements
What's Included
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Details on arrival
Program starts every Monday. Arrivals on Sat/ Sun. If arriving on Sat, an extra night is charged.
Availability
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Program fees
1 week (min. stay)
862€
2 weeks
1,171€
3 weeks
1,411€
4 weeks
1,705€
8 weeks
2,727€
12 weeks (max. stay)
3,725€
Average fees
586€/week
Meet your organization
Involvement Volunteers IVI
Brilliant 4.7
(204 reviews)
Non-profit - founded in 1989
Verified by Volunteer World
Excellent response rate
Coordinated by
Lauren
Spoken languages: English
About the project
IVI are a non profit org with 28 years experience providing responsible volunteer placements in 15 countries worldwide. We help you connect with inspiring opportunities
204 reviews · 4.7
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