Description:
Are you ready for a life-changing experience? Ever considered volunteering abroad and helping those in need? Volunteering with ProWorld can give you the satisfaction of both. We will match your skills and interests with the needs of our host communities in Belize, Brazil, Ghana, India, Mexico, Peru and Thailand. Your talents will be applied to meaningful, sustainable Health Care, Environment, Community Development, Journalism, Women's Empowerment or Education projects. Help vaccinate children, teach reading skills, reforest depleted ecosystems, build cleaner burning stoves or educate small businesses. These are just a few of the projects that will change you and the lives of others.
ProWorld is unique. Programs are supported by our teams that live year-round in host communities. You'll experience what it's really like to live and volunteer in your host country. Homestays, language study and cultural/ adventure excursions allow you to meet other volunteers from around the world and further immerse yourself in a new culture.
Projects start every month of the year and last from 1-26 weeks.
Highlights:
Real Projects... Real Experience! The focus of your development project is determined by your skills, your interests, and the needs of the local environmental community.
Experiential learning combines with weekly adventures, and productive volunteer work to form a comprehensive and unforgettable internship experience. The ProWorld programs are highly rewarding, safe and personalized experiences.
Qualifications / Skills Needed:
ProWorld volunteers are adventurous, caring, sensible, humble, and curious individuals. Volunteers are expected to learn and grow while improving themselves and the communities in which ProWorld works.
All participants must have an adventurous spirit. Development projects are determined by the interests and skills of participants and the needs of the local community. Depending on the internship type, volunteers may need intermediate Spanish skills.
Languages:
English,
Hindi,
Portuguese,
Spanish
and Thai
Cost in US$: Please inquire for details.
Cost Includes:
Program fees help support ongoing development projects and include:
- Extensive Pre-program support and information
- Airport pickup
- All food and accommodations
- Funding of projects
- Cultural and language classes
- All onsite domestic transportation
- Continual support from full time onsite staff teams
- 24/7 safety and emergency support
- Weekend cultural and adventure activities
- Health and travel insurance
Experience Required: no
Typical Volunteer Projects:
anthropology,
appropriate technology,
archaeology,
building schools,
business,
community development,
conservation,
environment,
health,
health care,
health education,
journalism,
microcredit,
primary education,
reforestation,
small business development,
social services, social work
and teaching
Typical Volunteer: ProWorld volunteers are adventurous, enthusiastic, caring, sensible, humble, and curious individuals. Volunteers are expected to learn and grow while improving themselves and the communities in which ProWorld works.
Age Range: 18+
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
This Program is also open to
Families, Couples and Individuals.
Typical Living Arrangement:
Home-stays
Participants Travel to Belize
Independently
Or
in Groups
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Or
in Groups of 2-4
Scholarships Are Available. - Scholarships, fundraising support and bring-a-friend discounts are available.
Application Process Involves:
- Phone Interview
- Written Application
Typically The Application Process Time Is 48 hours
Post Services Include:
- Alumni Network
- Exit Debriefing Abroad
- Job and Internship Network
ProWorld 's Mission Statement: To empower communities, promote social and economic development, conserve the environment, and cultivate educated compassionate global citizens. We invite you to join the ProWorld mission and make a difference in our host communities through our sustainable development model.
Year Founded: 1998