Rainwater Harvesting and Water Security

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1 - 1 semanas  ·  Idade 18 - 50+

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Destaques

  • Complete and optional online course in Community Development offered in partnership with University of Richmond in the United States
  • Contribute to United Nations Sustainable Development Goal goal #6, clean water & sanitation.
  • Work alongside local organizations such as the Ministry of Youth and Sports to achieve local community goals.

Destaques

  • Complete and optional online course in Community Development offered in partnership with University of Richmond in the United States
  • Contribute to United Nations Sustainable Development Goal goal #6, clean water & sanitation.
  • Work alongside local organizations such as the Ministry of Youth and Sports to achieve local community goals.
  • Host WASH workshop in schools to educate and encourage personal hygiene practices
  • Installing hand washing stations and rainwater harvesting systems


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    Idade 18+
    Solteiros
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    Sobre o programa

    Travel to Fiji to contribute to critical rainwater harvesting initiatives which ensure water security in the Dawasamu District.

    Travel to Fiji and experience the Fijian culture as a participant on this program based in Silana village in Dawasamu, Fiji.


    This program works on initiatives which contribute directly to the United Nations SDG's, goal #6, clean water and sanitation. 


    As a participant, you could participate in ...

    Sobre o programa

    Travel to Fiji and experience the Fijian culture as a participant on this program based in Silana village in Dawasamu, Fiji.


    This program works on initiatives which contribute directly to the United Nations SDG's, goal #6, clean water and sanitation. 


    As a participant, you could participate in various activities depending on the needs of the community at that time. Some initiatives you could expect to get involved in include: installation of waste management and rainwater harvesting systems; assessing and enhancing sustainable agriculture by building veggie gardens and interacting with villagers through educational workshops. 


    You may also be involved in activities around health & nutrition and educational empowerment. 


    This program includes an optional Community Development online course which must be completed in order to obtain a certificate offered in partnership with the University of Richmond in the United States.


    Are you looking to pursue a career in conservation? Why not upgrade to a career internship.

    The career upgrade offers you the opportunity to gain valuable work experience by working with partner organizations in multiple locations. This combination of having a virtual experience on top of on the ground experience are qualities that are highly sought after by employers.


    Do you have an independent research topic to complete? Why not upgrade to an research internship.

    Gain valuable experience and collect data for a dissertation or thesis. This program offers virtual check ins with a research supervisor who has extensive experience and credentials in this sector. As a research intern, your main focus will be collecting or analyzing data and writing a paper.


    JOB GUARANTEE: for both the Career & Research internship, we offer a job guarantee for those who join for a minimum of 6 months with a 50% cash back guarantee (terms and conditions apply).


    Get in touch for more information!


    Dia típico

    Participants are expected to remain flexible as project work changes based on weather as well as needs of our project partners.

    Estimated Schedule:

    • 8-10am: Work with Community

    • 12pm: Lunch

    • 1pm - 4pm: Work with Community

    • 6pm: Dinner

    • 9pm: Bed Time

    Dia típico

    Participants are expected to remain flexible as project work changes based on weather as well as needs of our project partners.

    Estimated Schedule:

    • 8-10am: Work with Community

    • 12pm: Lunch

    • 1pm - 4pm: Work with Community

    • 6pm: Dinner

    • 9pm: Bed Time


    Actividades em tempo livre

    By participating in this program, you are not only offered an opportunity to work toward conserving ecosystems but also the opportunity to see local sites! Our dedicated field staff are the best resource when researching local trips, they have compiled this list of activities.


    These side trips are ...

    Actividades em tempo livre

    By participating in this program, you are not only offered an opportunity to work toward conserving ecosystems but also the opportunity to see local sites! Our dedicated field staff are the best resource when researching local trips, they have compiled this list of activities.


    These side trips are not included in the program fee but are highly recommended:

    • Dawasamu Surrounds

    • Levuka (old historical town)

    • Suva (capital of Fiji) 

    • Diving 

    • Dawasamu Dolphins

    The possibilities are endless!

    We also now include cultural/local experiences. These experiences will take place once every 4 weeks. 

    These activities may include: 

    • Learn to cook iTaukei food
    • Make a traditional drink from kava root
    • Learn indigenous plant medicine
    • Hike to the top of Tova Peak
    • Fish with iTaukei women
    • Weave a traditional mat
    • Visit Vatu-i-Ra Conservation Park
    • Boat to Leleuvia Island



    Requisitos

    Requisitos

    Idade mínima: 18 anos

    Para aderir ao programa é necessário ter pelo menos 18 anos de idade na data de início do programa. Poderá haver excepções se puder fornecer a permissão do(s) seu(s) tutor(es) legal(ais) ou se estiver acompanhado pelos seus pais.

    Habilidades linguísticas

    Precisa de falar Inglês (nível básico)

    Verificação dos antecedentes criminais

    necessário

    Documentos Necessários

    Passport copy and Medical form

    Restrições de Nacionalidade

    Sem restrições. São bem-vindas as mãos que ajudam de todo o mundo.

    Outras Competências

    No skills required. All training is provided online 8 weeks prior to program start date.

    Compromisso de tempo

    A tua mão auxiliadora será necessária na Segunda-feira, Terça-feira, Quarta-feira, Quinta-feira e Sexta-feira

    Serviços incluídos

    Serviços incluídos

    Serviços por GVI

    WHAT'S INCLUDED

    • 24-hour emergency phone
    • 24-hour in-country support
    • Access to Alumni Services and Discounts
    • Airport pick-up (unless otherwise stated)
    • All necessary project equipment and materials
    • All necessary project training by experienced staff
    • Location orientation
    • Long term experienced staff
    • Meals while on project (except on work placements for long term internships)
    • Safe and basic accommodations (usually shared)
    • Welcome meeting

    WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

    • Additional drinks and gratuities
    • Extra local excursions
    • Flights
    • International and domestic airport taxes
    • Medical and travel insurance
    • Personal items and toiletries
    • Police or background check
    • Visa costs (where necessary)

    Recepção no aeroporto em Nausori Airport

    Airport pick up is provided within a specified time period.

    Alojamento

    Located in a busy seaside village, experience some of the most spectacular sunsets and sunrises! Become fully immersed in the Fijian culture! 


    You will be living with the other volunteers in shared (same gender) accommodation. There is rain water available for cooking, drinking, and washing. Careful water conservation is necessary, and water may be rationed during droughts.



    Alimentos e Bebidas

    Food is very basic, and most volunteers will prepare their own breakfasts, usually toast and cereals, and packed lunches to eat at the project site. You will be split into teams to prepare the evening meal on a rotational basis, which is loads of fun, but also encourages team building. All dietary requirements will be catered for accordingly.

    Acesso à Internet

    Acesso limitado no local do projecto

    O que NÃO está incluído?

    O que NÃO está incluído?

    Bilhetes de avião

    O aeroporto mais próximo é Nausori Airport (SUV) em Suva. Ajudamo-lo a encontrar voos baratos para Fiji. ENCONTRAR VOOS BARATOS

    Seguro de viagem

    Ir para o estrangeiro é uma aventura e é sempre melhor estar preparado. Doença ou lesão súbita, cancelamento ou roubo - um seguro de viagem para Fiji proporciona segurança e é uma vantagem a ter. OBTENHA UMA COTAÇÃO

    Vacinas

    Se pretende ser voluntário em Fiji deve procurar aconselhamento médico antes de iniciar a sua viagem social. Verifique as vacinas necessárias para Fiji. VERIFICADOR DE VACINAS

    Detalhes à chegada

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    Disponibilidade
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    Preços do programa

    1 semana 1.095€
    Preços médios 1.095€/semana

    Preços do programa

    1.095€ por semana 1 - 1 semanas Idade 18 - 50+

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    Duração

    1 - 1 semanas

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    Pagamento final

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    Sobre o projecto

    GVI tackles critical local and global issues by operating award-winning education and training programs on sustainable development projects around the world.

    Conheça seu anfitrião

    Founded in 1998, GVI runs programs in 21 locations, in 13 countries around the world, each manned by our own staff and aligned to the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals or UN SDGs as well as the objectives of local partners. We welcome participants from all around the world and help facilitate their development into global citizens. This is how we achieve our mission of building a global network of people united by their passion to make a difference.


    We are truly a global family brought together by our dedication to long-term positive impact. At the root of our success is our commitment to investing in authentic, meaningful connections with one another, which is why mutual respect and trust are central to our operations. Although we respond with empathy to difficult situations, we believe that most circumstances can benefit from taking a light-hearted approach. By sharing stories of local achievement with our teams worldwide we build the momentum to catapult us toward our vision for the future.

    221 revisões · rating4.8

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    When I first signed up for this trip I had no clue what to expect or what I would be doing. I arrived in a small village called Silana and were instantly welcomed into the community with open arms and a friendly Bula (hello). The people in the village are the kindest and most genuine people I have ...
    I had the opportunity to do the virtual marine conservation internship with GVI, it was super good for my work experience and academic training as I learned a lot from the courses and I was able to explore my skills in data analysis which I had not explored so far, I highly recommend this internship ...
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    3 month English Teaching internship in Madagascar The most incredible time of my life. I feel so lucky to have experienced all that is Nosy Be, Madagascar. I chose GVI because they are so impact driven, and during my time in Madagascar that was the evident. Being able to immerse myself into such ...
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    GVI is a passionate organization that works diligently to promote life long learners and explorers. As an intern with GVI, I was able to explore the culture of my country of choice, serve a purpose greater than myself, and meet friends all around the world. I highly recommend this program to anyone ...
    GVI was one of the best experiences of my life, i was a participant on the U18 costa rica trip! This program allowed me to interact with new people and make lifelong friendships, but also i was able to experience a new culture and be up close to a wide range of wildlife. If you are reading this and ...
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    Oceania > Melanesia > Fiji > Dawasamu

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