Supporter at Community Development Center

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2 - 24 uker  ·  Alder 18 - 50+

rating  Perfekt 4.6  · 
  Verifisert av Volunteer World
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Høydepunkter

  • Immerse yourself in Guatemala's vibrant heritage, a tapestry of Mayan traditions and colonial legacies.
  • Elevate your resume with international volunteer experience that showcases your dedication to global change.
  • Follow the footsteps of the ancient Maya Indians, exploring their profound legacy etched in the landscapes.

Høydepunkter

  • Immerse yourself in Guatemala's vibrant heritage, a tapestry of Mayan traditions and colonial legacies.
  • Elevate your resume with international volunteer experience that showcases your dedication to global change.
  • Follow the footsteps of the ancient Maya Indians, exploring their profound legacy etched in the landscapes.
  • Perfect your Spanish skills through daily practice and engagement with the local community.
  • Explore the enchanting colonial city of Antigua, a treasure trove of diverse tourist activities, adding a touch of magic to your journey.


  • Spesielt egnet for

    Alder 18+
    Singler
    Par
    Grupper
    50+

    Om programmet

    Embrace the spirit of giving by supporting a community. Make a lasting impact through teaching, construction, and healthcare in an underserved community!

    The Issue

    Many people suffer from poverty in Guatemala. Big families often live in extremely small, fragile huts, and it is common that parents are unable to sufficiently provide for their children. In addition to insufficient food, there is a lack of adequate housing, education, and hope for the ...

    Om programmet

    The Issue

    Many people suffer from poverty in Guatemala. Big families often live in extremely small, fragile huts, and it is common that parents are unable to sufficiently provide for their children. In addition to insufficient food, there is a lack of adequate housing, education, and hope for the future. For several years, private organizations have committed to helping alleviate these issues by trying to improve the situation in Guatemala little by little. 

    The Program

    This volunteer project was founded in 1991 with the goal of helping people in need, specifically children, women, and families in Guatemala. The project is carried out at a community development center that is located on the outskirts of Antigua. The center has a school, clinic, offices, and an event room. In the clinic, families in need receive free medical care and psychological counselling from medical professionals. The meeting room is used for internal meetings and public community events, both for entertainment and to discuss and plan development work within the community. Your help is greatly needed in Guatemala, as many initiatives are solely supported by volunteers. In this volunteer work project, you can get involved and help improve the living conditions of the poverty-stricken Guatemalan population. In addition to financial resources, the help of volunteers is especially needed to constantly maintain the work rhythm and improve the standard of living for the area’s residents. 

    The Location

    Antigua is a beautiful colonial town in the south of Guatemala about an hour from the capital, Guatemala City, and surrounded by perfectly shaped volcanoes. Antigua is one of the most visited places in Central America. The city is famous for its Spanish colonial buildings, picturesque courtyards, interesting markets, beautiful churches and a colorful labyrinth of streets. The city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage since 1979. Antigua is located in the highlands of Guatemala at about 1,600 meters above sea level. Antigua has an abundance of tour operators and agencies that offer exciting tours to all parts of the country. Whether you want to get to know the jungle, the Mayan culture, the Pacific coast or you are looking for cultural activities, in Antigua you are guaranteed to find someone who organizes exactly what you are looking for. Antigua has an average daily temperature of 20 °C all year round, while the nights are quite cool. 


    Typisk dag

    As a volunteer, you will support the work of a community development center on the outskirts of Antigua. The program has grown considerably over the last 20 years, and is currently a fully operative organization with a wide range of services and activities.

    There are many different areas where ...

    Typisk dag

    As a volunteer, you will support the work of a community development center on the outskirts of Antigua. The program has grown considerably over the last 20 years, and is currently a fully operative organization with a wide range of services and activities.

    There are many different areas where volunteers can help, such as 

    • education/teaching
    • building and construction
    • health
    • technical support, or 
    • family development/community work

    The exact area where you will help will depend on various factors, such as previous experience and your level of Spanish. You can discuss your personal interests with the onsite volunteer coordinator. 

    The tasks will vary from area to area. For example, when assisting with construction, you will help improve buildings and houses within the community. Those volunteering in the area of education will teach English and assist teachers in the classroom. Volunteers that engage with community development will work within the community to make it a better place. Health care volunteers will work in the hospital.

    Note: The tasks may vary. They depend on factors such as number of volunteers, season, current needs of the project, as well as self-motivation. Not every volunteer may be fully involved in all these tasks.


    Fritidsaktiviteter

    In your spare time, there are many different activities to choose from, such as visiting historic sights and museums around the city of Antigua. This wonderful colonial city is a real gem and offers plenty of touristic activities. Many volunteers also go to local bars and restaurants to socialize ...

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    In your spare time, there are many different activities to choose from, such as visiting historic sights and museums around the city of Antigua. This wonderful colonial city is a real gem and offers plenty of touristic activities. Many volunteers also go to local bars and restaurants to socialize with friends. On the weekends you can take day excursions to get to know the amazing surroundings.

    Among the most interesting things to do:

    • City tour Antigua
    • Handicraft markets from indigenous people
    • Lake Atitlan
    • Archeological sites (e.g. Park of Copan)
    • Nature and Volcano
    • Thermal baths of Kawilal
    • Tradicional market of Chichicastenango
    • Visit to museums of indigenous cultures like the Maya
    • Bird watching tours
    • Outdoor sports like climbing, hiking, Canopy, biking, 4x4 tours, etc.
    • Visits to Chocolate and Coffe productions sites
    • Tikal, the biggest Maya ruins (weekend trip, at least 3 days)


    Krav

    Krav

    Minimumsalder: 18 år

    For å bli med i programmet må du være minst 18 år gammel på programmets startdato. Det kan være unntak hvis du kan gi tillatelse fra dine foresatte eller hvis du er i følge med foreldrene dine.

    Språkferdigheter

    Du må snakke Spansk (middels nivå)

    Utdanningskrav

    på High School nivå

    Kontroll av kriminell bakgrunn

    nødvendig

    Påkrevde dokumenter

    CV and volunteer questionnaire

    Nasjonalitetsbegrensninger

    Ingen restriksjoner. Hjelpende hender fra hele verden er velkomne.

    Tidsforpliktelse

    Din hjelpende hånd vil bli påkrevd Mandag, Tirsdag, Onsdag, Torsdag og Fredag

    Hva inngår

    Hva inngår

    Tjenester fra South America Inside

    • Single room in a Homestay
    • Breakfast, lunch, dinner (from Monday to Saturday)
    • City tour through Antigua on your first day
    • Advice from our experienced staff
    • On-going support via WhatsApp, phone or mail
    • Elaboration of your application profile in Spanish
    • Your placement in the volunteer project
    • Pre-departure information
    • Packing list
    • Country handbook
    • Intercultural guide
    • Orientation upon arrival
    • On-site volunteer coordinator
    • 24/7 emergency number
    • Advice on travel insurance
    • Certificate of participation

    Airport pick-up in Guatemala City can be added for an extra cost.

    Overnatting

    An important part of our volunteer programs has always been to provide an intense glimpse into the culture of the host country. Therefore, our volunteers live in homestays. Living with a local hosts will allow you to experience the country in the most authentic way possible. You can immerse into local customs, taste typical meals, and experience the culture and traditions first-hand. You will quickly realize how much your Spanish skills improve each day. Our homestays are carefully screened and selected, and many hosts have years of experience with our international volunteers.

    You will be provided with a single room, while the bathroom can be private or shared. 

    Mat og drikke

    The volunteer program includes daily breakfast, lunch and dinner (except on Sunday). Special dietary requirements can be accommodated but have to be informed to us in advance.

    Internettilgang

    God tilgang på prosjektstedet

    Hva er IKKE inkludert?

    Hva er IKKE inkludert?

    Henting fra flyplassen på La Aurora International Airport

    Henting fra flyplassen er heller ikke inkludert i programavgiftene.

    Flybilletter

    Den nærmeste flyplassen er La Aurora International Airport (GUA) i Guatemala City. Vi hjelper deg med å finne billige flyreiser til Guatemala. FINN BILLIGE FLYREISER

    Reiseforsikring

    Å reise til utlandet er et eventyr, og det er alltid best å være forberedt. Plutselig sykdom eller skade, avbestilling eller tyveri – en reiseforsikring for Guatemala gir trygghet og er et pluss å ha. FÅ ET TILBUD

    Vaksiner

    Hvis du har tenkt å jobbe frivillig i Guatemala bør du søke medisinsk råd før du starter din sosiale reise. Sjekk de nødvendige vaksinasjonene dine for Guatemala. VAKSINESJEKKER

    Detaljer ved ankomst

    The volunteer work can be joined throughout the year. The start and end date can be set flexible, according to your availability and travel plans. Ask our experienced staff to coordinate your participation in this meaningfull volunteer project.

    Tilgjengelighet
    Jan. Febr. Mars Apr. Mai Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Okt. Nov. Des.

    Programgebyrer

    2 uker (min. opphold) 1,084€
    3 uker 1,245€
    4 uker 1,407€
    5 uker 1,568€
    6 uker 1,729€
    7 uker 1,891€
    8 uker 2,052€
    9 uker 2,214€
    10 uker 2,375€
    11 uker 2,536€
    12 uker 2,698€
    24 uker (max. opphold) 4,634€
    Gjennomsnittlig gebyr 367€/uke

    Programgebyrer

    367€ per uke 2 - 24 uker Alder 18 - 50+

    Betalingsmetoder

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    Varighet

    2 - 24 uker

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    Endelig Betaling

    Din sluttbetaling vil bli avtalt med South America Inside under søknadsprosessen. Vanlige løsninger er enten via bankoverføring eller kontant betaling på prosjektstedet.


    Møt din vert

    South America Inside

    Perfekt 4.6 rating (128 gjennomganger)

    Byrå - grunnlagt i 2003

    Verifisert av Volunteer World

      Svært høy Svarprosent

    Arrangert av

    Marion

    Snakkede språk: Engelsk, Tysk, Spansk

    Om prosjektet

    South America Inside promotes intercultural, linguistic and educational exchanges. Its volunteer programs are addressed to students, professionals and retirees.

    Møt din vert

    South America Inside is an intercultural management agency, founded back in 2003, which specializes in the promotion of programs abroad, language travel and educational programs throughout Latin America.

    Since 2007, to enrich the experience of our global-minded clients and to provide them with even more possibilities, South America Inside has been expanding their program offerings throughout South and Central America.

    Working together with some of the best language schools in Latin America, South America Inside provides high quality language courses in almost every Latin American country.

    Thanks to a professional team of motivated and friendly staff, South America Inside has been very successful over the past several years and have been able to establish an outstanding network of what we call "Insider Contacts." To enrich the experience of their clients and to provide them with more possibilities, South America Inside has been expanding our program offerings throughout Central and South America, in addition to our well-established Chilean programs.

    Volunteer Work

    Do you dream of staying abroad while doing something positive? Are you looking for a unique experience that will leave a mark on your life? Then a Volunteer Work program in South America or Central America is perfect for you!

    With South America Inside you can combine an adventure abroad with social commitment, and create lasting memories in Latin America. Support the protection of endangered species; help a local community construct new homes; give new hope to impoverished children.

    The possibilities to lend a hand are diverse, as there are the many places where help is needed. We have classified our volunteer projects in different areas so you can easily find the one (or more!) projects that best match your needs and interests.

    Why with us

    There are many persuasive reasons that speak in favor of South America Inside when it comes to selecting your perfect provider of language, study and volunteer travel abroad. Following, we have prepared a short summary so that you can get us to know a little better.

    Our Insider benefits at a glance:

      Regional Experience
    Over one decade (established in 2003) of dedication to language, work and study travel programs in Latin America. Thanks to our long standing work and life experience in the South American continent, we know this region really well. Therefore, we can help and inform you in a professional and competent way.

      Multifaceted Offers
    Over time we have developed new programs to offer a wide array of work abroad opportunities to our clients. We have been pioneers in launching new exchange programs, as we have been the first in offering Work & Travel/Working Holiday and Farm Stays in Chile and successfully introduced these programs into the market back in 2005. Since 2012, we are the only agency to offer this type of program in Costa Rica.

      Insider Advice
    Despite living in the modern era of the internet, we know that reliable and competent advice is still an important criterion for most of us. At South America Inside, you will find the benefits of an internet provider and an independent travel agency. We will be glad to pass on our extensive knowledge and regional experience.!

      Location
    It is difficult to run programs when there is nobody “on the ground” to evaluate existing options and search for new opportunities. So, we are located in Chile, on location, and we know everything that is going on first hand. We know what it is like to live as a foreigner in South America and will be happy to assist you in making your stay unforgettable!

      Independence
    South America Inside is an independent provider of language courses, internships, volunteer work, Farm Stays and Work & Travel programs in Latin America. We neither depend financially nor structurally on any other company, language school, association or organization. Therefore, we are able to give personalized information in accordance to your needs and availability.

    •  Multilingual Team

    Our team is multilingual and international! We speak fluent English, Spanish and German, as well as some French and Portuguese. With our customers, we can communicate in their native language and we avoid misunderstandings with local partners by communicating in Spanish with them. You can be sure that there will be an English-speaking contact person for you before, during, and after your stay.

      Customer Service
    Excellent customer service is one of the most important goals for South America Inside, and this is evident with the positive feedback we regularly receive from our many happy clients. Emails are answered within 48 business hours and every client is treated with the same friendliness and expertise.

      Gapless and Accurate Information flow
    With South America Inside you will have one and the same contact person before, during and after your trip. With that said, we guarantee a gapless and accurate information flow and you will always be very well informed.

      Approved Program Places
    Many of our program places, especially in the area of internships and volunteer work, are designed in the way that they will be recognized by most universities, colleges or academies.

    128 gjennomganger · rating4.6

    Chad (Charles) Brown rating5

    2019 at Supporter at Community Development Center

    Coordination in getting me set up for this project was professional and efficient. The project was mutually rewarding for me, the students, and the full time teachers I worked ...
    Regina N. rating5

    2024 at Help Stray Dogs

    Die Arbeit gefällt mir sehr gut! Ich bin super reingekommen und fühle mich sehr wohl 🙂 Die Menschen sind sehr offen und freundlich! Herzlichen Dank! ...
    Nathalie K. rating5

    2024 at Local Wildlife Helper

    Everything is alright. The family host in San José is very kind. I visited San José yesterday. This morning I arrived at the rescue center and it's amazing! It beautifull, the animals are so cute. And the volonteers are very friendly. Thanks for everything and have a good ...
    Alex S. rating5

    2024 at Help Stray Dogs

    Mir geht’s prima. War ein langer Tag, bin daher auch gut kaputt 🙂 Sowohl Spanischkurs als auch die Arbeit im Tierheim machen sehr viel Spaß! Ich muss zwar all das bisschen, was ich an Spanisch kann, zusammenkratzen, um durch den Tag zu kommen, aber das wird sicherlich besser mit der Zeit ...
    Stacey Garratt rating5

    2024 at Local Women Empowerment Supporter

    I have been travelling for 7 months in total and just had the most wonderful experience in Ecuador. I can confidently say in the last 6 weeks I have created my favourite memories of this journey in an all-encompassing way. Firstly, the program itself was incredible, I constantly felt supported, ...
    Mattia Malfanti rating5

    2024 at Countryside School Assistant

    Very good location and people. Really good organization and people are really hospitable. Peumal is a really good alternative school. I sincerely advice if you want help in an alternative school to go ...

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