Xperitas: Volunteer in Rural Communities

Requirements

Duration
  • 2 weeks or less
  • 2 weeks - 1 month
Minimum age
8
Maximum age
90
Age notes
Those under 18 must be accompanied by a [parent or guardian.
Student status required
No
Application process
In general, volunteers should be in reasonably good physical condition. You can apply online.

Certification

Certification
It may be available| consult with your university.

Pricing

Price range
  • under $1000
  • $1001-$2500
Price includes
  • Accommodation
  • Airport pick-up
  • Orientation
  • Tuition
Funding information
Volunteers are encouraged to fundraise to cover costs.

Hidden fields

Date modified
January 08, 2016

Global Citizens Network (GCN) sends small teams of volunteers to rural communities around the world where the volunteers immerse themselves in the daily life of the community. The team works on projects initiated by people in the local community, for the benefit of the community. Such projects could include setting up a library, teaching business skills, building a health clinic, or planting trees to reforest a village.

Organization details

Global Citizens Network sends short-term teams of volunteers to communities where participants can immerse themselves in the culture and daily life. They seek to create a network of people who are committed to the shared values of peace, justice, tolerance, cross-cultural understanding and global...

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