Productive Courtyard Assistant

location
2 - 3 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+

rating  Brilliant 4.7  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Very high response rate

Highlights

  • Food security for families
  • Income generation for vulnerable families
  • Environmental recovery

Highlights

  • Food security for families
  • Income generation for vulnerable families
  • Environmental recovery
  • Alleviating food needs, based on food security program
  • It generates savings and additional income for their families.


  • Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    This project seeks to alleviate food needs, based on food security programs that guarantee beneficiary families a new healthy food alternative for the family.

    The aim of the project is to transform family backyards that used to be rubbish dumps into green vegetable gardens, improving the landscape, capturing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals. releasing oxygen and aligning ourselves with the Sustainable ...

    About the program

    The aim of the project is to transform family backyards that used to be rubbish dumps into green vegetable gardens, improving the landscape, capturing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals. releasing oxygen and aligning ourselves with the Sustainable Development Goals.

    Tasks are carried out such as:

    • Training beneficiaries on agricultural issues, agronomic management of harvested species and post-harvest.
    • Harvesting.
    • Building productive patios with the families.
    • Delivering of inputs for the creation of productive patios.
    • Sowing, harvesting and collecting products to supply some of the food needs of the beneficiaries supported in the workshops of beneficiaries supported in the cooking and psychosocial workshops to improve family nutrition and family relationships.
    • Carrying out technical follow-up.
    • Conducting cooking and nutrition workshops and create good eating habits.
    • Conduct trainings on recycling and solid waste management.

    Products grown:

    • Genovese basil, Red.
    • Lemongrass
    • Cilantro
    • Spinach
    • Herbabu
    • Red Mizuna
    • Oregano
    • Mustard
    • Moringa
    • Arugula
    jobs will vary according to the time of year, more jobs will be guaranteed the more weeks you do, we recommend from 4 weeks onwards. Impromptu closures and lack of tasks can sometimes be affected for a few days by the main coordination and the decision to perform different activities or lack of activities for supplies.


    Typical day

    Volunteers collaborate in this project for about 2 hours a day from Monday to Friday, it is possible that depending on the season the work may increase or decrease according to the needs, it is necessary to understand their time as well as their culture.

    Typical day

    Volunteers collaborate in this project for about 2 hours a day from Monday to Friday, it is possible that depending on the season the work may increase or decrease according to the needs, it is necessary to understand their time as well as their culture.

    Free-time activities

    WALLED CITY
    A unique and fascinating place to visit with family, friends, as a couple or on your own. 

    GETSEMANI QUARTER
    Just pass by the clock entrance and you will find this wonderful quarter, full of life and colour.

    THE BEACHES
    Depending on where you go, you can go to some of these beaches, such as ...

    Free-time activities

    WALLED CITY
    A unique and fascinating place to visit with family, friends, as a couple or on your own. 

    GETSEMANI QUARTER
    Just pass by the clock entrance and you will find this wonderful quarter, full of life and colour.

    THE BEACHES
    Depending on where you go, you can go to some of these beaches, such as El Laguito and Castillogrande, which are possibly the most visited beaches in the city.

    THE ISLANDS OF EL ROSARIO
    A place where you can find truly beautiful beaches, quiet and with the possibility to do many activities during the day.

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Other Skills

    Be a participative and committed person. Be well behaved and respectful of the people you are working with and the community. You must be aware of the culture and customs of the country in which you are working. Ability to work as part of a team.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 09:00 - 11:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    Services by Adventure Volunteer

    • Welcome and pick-up at the airport.
    • Hostel accommodation
    • 1 breakfast per day during your stay
    • 24/7 support from the team
    • Follow-up, orientation and induction to the program
    • Certificate of volunteer weeks
    • Accident insurance
    • Liability insurance
    • Guidance, counseling and management in the choice of the program

    Airport Pickup at Rafael Nunez International Airport

    • You must arrive at Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG), where you will be picked up by the coordinator of the local organisation.
    • The pick-up time is from 8:00 to 20:00 hours. (30$ after 8pm)
    • Arrival days are Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays

      Accommodation

      All volunteers stay in hostels selected by the organisation. They are usually located in safe areas close to the walled city.
      Accommodation provides:
      • Bed, in a shared room (3 or 4 volunteers)
      • Breakfast during your volunteer placement
      • Use of common areas
      • WIFI (internet)

      Food & Beverages

      We provide one breakfast per day during your stay.



      What's NOT included?

      What's NOT included?

      Internet Access

      Sorry, no access at the project site

      Flight Tickets

      The nearest airport is Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) in Cartagena. We assist you to find cheap flights to Colombia. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

      Travel Insurance

      Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Colombia provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

      Vaccines

      If you are intending to volunteer in Colombia you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Colombia. VACCINE CHECKER

      Details on arrival

      The project is open all year round (except national holidays and the holiday period from December to mid-January).

      Arrival days are Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays, in order to facilitate your joining the project.
      Availability
      Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

      Program fees

      2 weeks (min. stay) 595€
      3 weeks (max. stay) 720€
      Average fees 268€/week

      Program fees

      268€ per week 2 - 3 weeks Age 18 - 50+

      Payment methods

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      NO CREDIT CARD FEES


      Duration

      2 - 3 weeks

      Deposit

      The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.


      Final Payment

      Your final payment will be agreed with Adventure Volunteer during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.


      Meet your organization

      Adventure Volunteer

      Brilliant 4.7 rating (42 reviews)

      Non-profit - founded in 2017

      Verified by Volunteer World

        Very high response rate

      Coordinated by

      Sergio

      Spoken languages: Spanish, English

      About the project

      Support in the cooperation and creation of social and environmental projects in communities at risk of social exclusion, through international volunteering.

      Meet your organization


      ADVENTURE VOLUNTEER is a non-profit organization, established in 2017. We collaborate in the social and environmental field through projects of conservation and protection of the environment and animals, as well as in the social part through projects of empowerment of women, community development, functional diversity, medical or teaching.


      Our team of collaborators has a deep experience in international volunteer programs.  We know all the realities of the areas where we are working, collaborating and where we have a presence. 


      Our projects offer volunteers the opportunity to meet, share and participate in social and environmental projects. These projects demand educational and recreational activities that benefit communities of different cultures and customs, communities with economic difficulties and different degrees of social exclusion.


      42 reviews · rating4.7

      Chris Nurre rating4.6

      2024 at Productive Courtyard Assistant

      I spent 2 weeks with the foundation for peace in Cartagena, Colombia and found it very rewarding accompanying and working with the people as they went to the poor neighborhoods to help residents raise various plants in raised containers in their backyards. It was great to see the appreciation of the ...
      Carl Pentilchuk rating3.2

      2024 at Productive Courtyard Assistant

      My 2 week experience from April 22 to May 4 2024 on the "food security" program. While I feel I gained much, I don't believe the community received much benefit from my ...
      My experience with Adventure Volunteer in Peru was a building adventure that left a lasting impression. Working side by side with the local community, erecting structures that will benefit future generations, was incredibly ...
      Contributing to sustainable development and sharing with local people allowed me to understand the importance of human connection. I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking to immerse themselves in the authenticity of Panama while creating a positive ...
      I experienced magical moments while releasing hatchlings into the ocean. I thank Adventure Volunteer for opening the doors to this corner of Panama full of life and ...
      Working with local students, exchanging knowledge and learning about their culture was a unique experience. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to contribute to the educational growth of the Panamanian ...

      Location

      Americas > South America > Colombia > Cartagena

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