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- In Defense of Animals (IDA) Africa: Volunteer Placements
In Defense of Animals (IDA) Africa: Volunteer Placements
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Volunteer programs
Requirements
Duration
- 3-6 months
Maximum age
90
Student status required
No
Qualifications required
- None
Language notes
Volunteers must be fluent in French and English.
Application process
Volunteers must have experience living in a developing country (preferably Africa) for several months or longer OR - previous experience working with chimpanzees or great apes. Ability to drive small truck with manual transmission is also an asset. Contact IDA for further details.
Pricing
Price range
- n/a
Price includes
- Accommodation
- Airfare
- Airport pick-up
- Entrance fees
- Ground transport
- Insurance
- Meals
- Orientation
In Defense of Animals African offers six month volunteer positions through the Sanaga-Yong Chimpanzee Rescue Center in Cameroon. Under the direction of a Project Manager, volunteers are responsible for carrying out day-to-day operations of the sanctuary. Tasks include working with/overseeing Cameroonian staff (who speak French), buying food and supplies in town and nearby villages, helping with chimpanzee care and feeding, maintaining project equipment, assisting with construction projects, painting, and other manual tasks. Volunteers pitch in wherever most needed, though efforts are made to match individuals with their specific talents and skills. Volunteers must cover the cost of airfare to the project as well as immunizations, visas, etc. The Project does not provide stipends, however, accommodations and vegetarian meals are provided while at the Rescue Center.