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Rokpa UK Overseas Projects: Volunteering Overseas

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The aim of Rokpa UK is to improve the quality of life of the poorest peoples around the world irrespective of their religion, nationality or cultural background. The majority of Rokpa's projects are aimed at giving children from the poorest backgrounds the opportunity of an education and training. Rokpa also funds healthcare and a small number of environmental projects. The aim of Rokpa UK is to improve the quality of life of the poorest peoples around the world irrespective of their religion, nationality or cultural background. The majority of Rokpa's projects are aimed at giving children from the poorest backgrounds the opportunity of an education and training. Rokpa also funds healthcare and a small number of environmental projects.

Teach programs

Placement type

All programs

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Countries

Requirements

Duration
  • 3-6 months
  • 12 months+
Minimum age
25
Maximum age
90
Qualifications required
  • None
Application process
For volunteer positions which include teaching English, ideal candidates will have completed a TEFL course and have some experience. Interested candidates should send a CV with a brief letter saying why they are interested, to the volunteer co-ordinator of each specific programme of interest.

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Rokpa UK Overseas Projects

ROKPA's projects are aimed at giving children from the poorest backgrounds opportunities for education and training. The preservation and regeneration of Tibet's rich culture and language is an important aspect of their work.

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