Volunteer Experience Africa 2016 Choose from 31 Volunteer Programs and find the perfect fit for you! Community: Caring in the Cape Community, Healing Through Horses, Jozi Skills Swap, Organic African Farm, This Way Up and Youth at Risk. Youth: Babies in the Bush, Children in the Township, Enabling, Disabled Children, Heart for Orphans, Help Transform a Child’s Life, Hope Journey, Loving Cape Town Kids, Making Waves, Mandela’s Soweto Children, Skateboarding for Change, Streetwise Soccer, Wild Coast Schools and Words Changing Worlds. Animal: Animal Charity, Birds Sanctuary, Monkey Sanctuary, Penguin Rescue and Save the Great White Shark. Conservation: Big Cats Sanctuary, Cheetah Center, Hands on Big Five, Noah's Ark in Africa and Wildlife Conservation. 1
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Content Caring in the Cape Community ................................................................................................................ 4 Healing Through Horses .......................................................................................................................... 5 Jozi Skills Swap ......................................................................................................................................... 6 Organic African Farm ............................................................................................................................... 7 This Way Up............................................................................................................................................. 8 Youth at Risk ............................................................................................................................................ 9 Babies in the Bush ................................................................................................................................. 11 Children in the Township....................................................................................................................... 12 Enabling Disabled Children .....................................................................................................................13 Heart for Orphans -JuniorAthlone ......................................................................................................... 14 Heart for Orphans - Senior Athlone........................................................................................................ 15 Heart for Orphans - Junior Noordhoek................................................................................................... 16 Help Transform a Child’s Life .................................................................................................................. 17 Hope Journey......................................................................................................................................... 18 Loving Cape Town Kids .......................................................................................................................... 19 Making Waves ........................................................................................................................................ 20 Mandela’s Soweto Children ................................................................................................................... 21 Skateboarding for Change ...................................................................................................................... 22 Streetwise Soccer ................................................................................................................................... 23 Wild Coast Schools ................................................................................................................................. 24 Words Changing Worlds .........................................................................................................................25 Animal Charity ........................................................................................................................................ 27 Birds Sanctuary ....................................................................................................................................... 28 Monkey Sanctuary ................................................................................................................................. 29 Penguin Rescue ..................................................................................................................................... 30 Save the Great White Shark ................................................................................................................... 31 Big Cats Sanctuary .................................................................................................................................. 33 Cheetah Center ...................................................................................................................................... 34 Hands on Big Five ...................................................................................................................................35 Noah's Ark in Africa ................................................................................................................................36 Wildlife Conservation ............................................................................................................................. 37
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South Africa - Community Caring in the Cape Community Healing Through Horses Jozi Skills Swap Organic African Farm This Way Up Youth at Risk
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Volunteer Experience Africa
DESCRIPTION
Caring in the Cape Community – Cape Town
Caring for the Cape Community takes community development and organic farming to the next level. Volunteers will be taught how to do basic organic farming and have the opportunity to apply what they have learnt into the surrounding community, as well as teach other skills they might have to the community kids. The organic farm, a small holding within the city, does not only have its own organic farming program, but it has also shaped itself as a base camp for community development in many of the township areas. Afternoons will consist of working on children’s projects:
Reading and homework with children Games and play with children General support to care givers Being a role model for children Sharing of creative ideas and skills for creative arts project Facilitating a session with the children (Every Friday) Sports activities with children e.g. Netball, soccer etc.
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration School Holidays
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 1 week – maximum 12 weeks Closed 12th December 2015 - 6th January 2016.
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport Transfers 3 day Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system Certificate & Report on Volunteer`s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes 2 Meals a day Free two-hour surf lessons
ACCOMMODATION Volunteer House (Shared rooms between 3-4 volunteers) OR South African Host Family in local community – own room or shared with another volunteer OR Volunteer Backpackers House 4
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Healing Through Horses– Cape Town
DESCRIPTION
With the assistance of volunteers and trained instructors, children with very little mobility can experience the freedom of their limbs moving while on a horseback. Volunteers need horsemanship experience, as well as, a love for children and patience with disabilities. This very specialized project is highly sought after and only has limited spaces, so book early to avoid disappointment. This is a voluntary, non-profit organization which provides free riding instruction and other activities associated with riding for people with disabilities. The volunteer adds value to the disabled child’s life by treating them with dignity and giving them confidence to ride on the horse. Without a large number of volunteers (local and international) it would not be possible to offer these horse-riding classes, as some children require 2 adults walking next to them and supporting them while they are on the horse. The horses also need care and grooming, and for their stables and surrounding areas to be kept clean. PLEASE NOTE: Caring for horses is physically strenuous! Volunteers must be ready to work hard! Working hours are Monday to Friday from 08h00 to 12h30 and 14h00 to 18h00
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration School Holidays
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 4 weeks – maximum 12 weeks 24 June - 18 July 2016 30 September - 10 October 2016 07 December - 18 January 2017 However, if there are holiday camps running, there will be work during the above holiday periods
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport Transfers 3 day Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system Certificate & Report on Volunteer`s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes Food budget for meals Free 2 hour Surf Lesson
ACCOMMODATION Very basic cabin that sleeps 2 volunteers on the project’s premises
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Jozi Skill Swap – Johannesburg
DESCRIPTION
Provide skills, hope and opportunity to disadvantaged, unskilled and uneducated South Africans enabling them to find sustainable income generating opportunities. We do not only skill people, we assist after their training to help them set up their own small business or teaching facility. We work in the 112 Squatter Communities and 14 Townships surrounding Germiston, Ekurhuleni, (Johannesburg, South Africa). The main focus is to teach skills that will make it possible for people to start a small business from home, enabling them to earn a living and build a future for their children. It also means that they are at home when the children get home so that they can help with homework and keep them safe, away from the street gangs and drug lords. Your role: Helping people to improve their lives. Create develop and explore your entrepreneur skills. Learn and experience diverse markets and learn how to support their needs.
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration School Holidays
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 2 weeks – maximum 12 weeks Project is closed for the Christmas holidays. +- 15 December to 13 January
OVERVIEW MINIMUM AGE: 18 FOR MEN AND 25 FOR WOMEN What’s included
Airport Transfers 3 day Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system 2 meals a day Certificate & Report on Volunteer`s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes South African sim card
ACCOMMODATION Volunteer Backpackers: shared rooms between 3-4 volunteers OR South African Host Family
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DESCRIPTION
Organic African Farm – Cape Town, Noordhoek
Organic African Farm is based on a small holding an hour away from the city of Cape Town. Not only has it got its own organic farming program, but it has also shaped itself as a base camp for community development in many of the township areas, the closest township being Masiphumelele. Organic African Farm offers a space where volunteers learn the principles of organic farming in South Africa, whilst at the same time getting to know the people that work on the farm. They also have the opportunity to use their strengths and apply their skills within the community – where help is needed. Your role:
Learning about organic farming
Implementing what is taught
Assisting the project managers with organic gardens on different sites
Helping educate the community and youth about organic farming
Assisting the youth and community members with setting up organic farming projects
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration School Holidays
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 1 week – maximum 12 weeks Projects closed 12 December 2015 - 6th of January 2016
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport Transfers 3 day Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system 3 Meals a day Certificate & Report on Volunteer`s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes
ACCOMMODATION Living Art Studio Volunteer House Kommetjie (Rooms sleep 3-4) OR Eco Wave Lodge Backpackers (Dormitory style) OR South African Host Family
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This Way Up – Cape Town
DESCRIPTION
It is vital that these young men have a sheltered environment conducive to study so that they can turn their lives around and enter the job market with skills. The project accepts both male and female volunteers, who can offer some life experience, impart skills and assist with studies. The young men live at This Way Up, and there is just as much emphasis placed on developing life skills, family values and appropriate social behavior, and being someone who gives back to society, as on formal education. At this home, Young Men (aged 16 – 25) from troubled backgrounds are offered the chance to make something of their lives. Your role:
To arrange activities for the youths, to boost the ratio of youth to adult so that each youth can receive more attention. To offer internet and computer assistance, especially for research purposes. To be a big brother or sister by being positive, supportive and someone who challenges the guys to be the best they can be. Cook meals with the guys, play football, sit at flea markets with them selling their T-shirts and other goods, arrange social events and outings for them.
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration School Holidays
OVERVIEW
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 8 weeks – maximum 12 weeks 24 June - 18 July 2016 30 September - 10 October 2016 07 December - 18 January 2017 However, if there are holiday camps running, there will be work during the above holiday periods
MINIMUM AGE: 18 FOR MEN AND 25 FOR WOMEN What’s included
Airport Transfers 3 day Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system Certificate & Report on Volunteer`s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes 2 meals a day Free 2 hour Surf Lesson South African sim card
ACCOMMODATION
Volunteer House: shared rooms between 3-4 volunteers OR South African Host Family (Own room or shared with another volunteer) 8
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Youth at Risk – Cape Town
DESCRIPTION
This program is a consultative and coordinated implementing body made up of seven local organizations serving youth in the Western Cape area. This partnership allows for a holistic, multi-disciplinary strategy to develop, with activities implemented in an integrated manner. Your role:
To get to know the youth and be a positive influence in their lives. To offer a positive leadership role Be part of workshops and creative sessions Transfer of your skills and experience in order to empower the youth. Offer support and guidance
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration School Holidays
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 1 week – maximum 12 weeks 24 June - 18 July 2016 30 September - 10 October 2016 07 December - 18 January 2017 However, if there are holiday camps running, there will be work during the above holiday periods
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport Transfers 3 day Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system 2 Meals a day Certificate & Report on Volunteer`s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes
ACCOMMODATION Volunteer House (Shared rooms with 3-4 volunteers) OR South African Host Family
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South Africa - Youth Making Waves Mandela’s Soweto Children Skateboarding for Change Streetwise Soccer Wild Coast Schools Words Changing Worlds
Babies in the Bush Children in the Township, Enabling, Disabled Children Heart for Orphans Help Transform a Child’s Life Hope Journey Loving Cape Town Kids
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Babies in the Bush – Johannesburg
DESCRIPTION
This baby safe house was born of a desire to provide holistic care that would not limit children in such a way that they would suffer in later years because they didn’t have the opportunity to grow and develop normally. After visiting several places where babies were strapped into baby seats or left in a cot all day, it became a burning passion to start a Baba Safe House as an example here on the premises. This will provide not only a better alternative to babies but also a practical training center where our learners can come and learn “hands on” how to look after and take good care of small children. Your role:
playing and entertaining Babies help with changing nappies, bathing and creaming the little ones. help with feeding the babies. help with cleaning facilities and washing clothes and bedding keeping the garden assisting with teaching basic movement skills for preschool children singing, dancing and playing with children help teachers to make teaching aids and prepare for creative activities help to prepare rooms , food and material for special events sorting and distributing donations
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration
OVERVIEW What’s included
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 2 weeks – maximum 12 weeks Airport Transfers 3 day Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system Certificate & Report on Volunteer`s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes 2 meals a day South African sim card
ACCOMMODATION
Volunteer House: shared rooms between 2 volunteers
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Children of the Township – Port Elizabeth
DESCRIPTION
The focus of the volunteer projects is the community and especially the children of the townships of Gqebera, more commonly known as Walmer Township in Port Elizabeth (PE), South Africa. Children of the Townships is a registered NPC (Non Profit Company) and strives to uplift the lives of underprivileged children in Walmer Township. It is important that volunteers of this project understand the importance of the following: To be enthusiastic and independent
To show respect towards the people and culture of the local community. You might not agree with certain ways of conduct during your stay here, but don’t forget you are a guest here, and you can’t try to change everything in a period of just a few weeks.
To show flexibility towards responsibilities, tasks and activities.
To help out with cooking, setting the table and doing dishes; you will go the Heaven for this!
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration School Holidays
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 1 week – maximum 12 weeks 24 June - 18 July 2016 30 September - 10 October 2016 07 December - 18 January 2017 However, if there are holiday camps running, there will be work during the above holiday periods
OVERVIEW What’s included
Information and assistance before departure Pick up upon arrival and drop off at the end of your stay Welcome pack with information guide, free SIM-card, maps, etc. upon arrival City Tour and Introduction Program Accommodation in volunteer house close to the beach (7 nights per week of volunteering booked) Onsite volunteer coordinator available 24/7 3 basic meals a day 15% direct donation to the project’s needs Transfers to and from the project daily
ACCOMMODATION Volunteer House Perfect location to enjoy the beach All facilities needed
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Enabling Disabled Children – Cape Town
DESCRIPTION
Use your creativity and compassion to communicate with children who are often gifted in their own unique way, but find mainstream living a challenge. During school volunteers assist in classrooms, take children on outings, and assist in dancing and karate classes; and after school there is the opportunity to help the children develop life-skills such as dressing, grooming, making tea, riding bicycles and basic road safety. The school has beautiful premises and is well equipped to give autistic children (under 18) the best possible quality of life. Some aspects you may be involved in:
Assist the teacher in class Sometimes work with individual children in an attempt to improve their reading or writing skills Assist with hostel duties Assist with admin work Assist with activities like swimming which is part of the daily summer curriculum.
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration School Holidays
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 4 weeks – maximum 12 weeks 24 June - 18 July 2016 30 September - 10 October 2016 07 December - 18 January 2017 However, if there are holiday camps running, there will be work during the above holiday periods
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport Transfers 3 day Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system Certificate & Report on Volunteer`s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes 2 Meals a day Free two-hour surf lessons
ACCOMMODATION Volunteer House (Shared rooms between 3-4 volunteers) OR South African Host Family in local community – own room or shared with another volunteer 13
DESCRIPTION
Heart for Orphans, Junior – Cape Town, Athlone
Volunteer either at an orphanage with babies and toddlers (aged newborn - 5 years) The babies and toddlers are hungry for love and attention, and are in need of being changed, fed and held all through the day. The home has a lovely play area outside, as well as a crèche where the infants` learning can be stimulated. Your role:
Play simple games with babies and children Assist with feedings and afternoon nap times Read stories to the children Assist creche supervisor with keeping children busy and keeping creche tidy Assist with cooking, laundry and gardening (optional) Initiate and co-ordinate activities: sports, games, drama, art, music, story telling Arrange and take out children on outings Assist with Administration work
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration School Holidays
OVERVIEW What’s included
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 8 weeks – maximum 12 weeks 24 June - 18 July 2016 30 September - 10 October 2016 07 December - 18 January 2017 However, if there are holiday camps running, there will be work during the above holiday periods
Airport Transfers 3 day Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system Certificate & Report on Volunteer`s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes 2 meals a day Free 2 hour Surf Lesson South African sim card
ACCOMMODATION Volunteer House: shared rooms between 3-4 volunteers OR South African Host Family (Own room or shared with another volunteer)
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DESCRIPTION
Heart for Orphans Senior – Cape Town, Athlone
At the home for children and teens, the volunteer’s day is spent in the mornings at a secondary school. The school is based in Observatory and volunteers will be participating in the morning component of our “Words Changing Worlds” project. 08h30 -12h30: Assist with reading, spelling and pronunciation Assist with word games Assist children with key problems in regards to reading Create conversation to encourage language development Listen and support 13h30 -16h30: Take initiative and develop an after school activity that is within your area of personal interest but also that would be fun for the children. Anything goes - from teaching children to play chess to drama classes. Part of your project amount goes towards resources for the afternoon activities you initiate (within reason and depending on the activity)
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration School Holidays
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 4 weeks – maximum 12 weeks 24 June - 18 July 2016 30 September - 10 October 2016 07 December - 18 January 2017 However, if there are holiday camps running, there will be work during the above holiday periods
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport Transfers 3 day Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system Certificate & Report on Volunteer`s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes 2 Meals a day Free two-hour surf lessons
ACCOMMODATION Volunteer House (Shared rooms between 3-4 volunteers) OR South African Host Family in local community – own room or shared with another volunteer 15
Heart for Orphans Junior – Cape Town, Noordhoek DESCRIPTION Give love and care to township children & orphans. Most of your time will be dedicated to an informal township crèche & orphanage for small children in Cape Town, helping teachers to organize educational games, arts and crafts activities. You will be introduced to personalities and projects within the community and have an opportunity to learn about the African culture. Spend time with children in this diversely African community (Age 1 - 7 years). Your role:
Assist with feedings and afternoon nap times Read stories to the children Assist creche supervisor with keeping children busy and keeping creche tidy Assist with cooking, laundry and gardening (optional) Initiate and co-ordinate activities: sports, games, drama, art, music, story telling Arrange and take out children on outings Assist with Administration work
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration School Holidays
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 1 week - maximum 12 weeks Closed 12th December 2015 - 6th January 2016.
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport Transfers 3 day Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system Certificate & Report on Volunteer`s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes 2 Meals a day Free two-hour surf lessons
ACCOMMODATION
Living Art Studio Volunteer House Kommetjie (Shared rooms between 3-4 volunteers) OR Eco Wave Lodge Backpackers (Dormitory Style) OR African Host Family
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Help Transform a Child’s Life – Cape Town Description Help transform a child’s life was founded on the belief that sponsoring school fees alone is not enough to ensure a child’s success. A more holistic approach is needed, one that considers social, emotional, cultural and physical needs.
The success of our parent workshops led to the development of the Community Workshops Program. The workshops aim to inform and educate about issues such as parenting, homework assistance, physical and dental health, CV writing and budget skills
Our Education Support Program was developed to address these needs. We are successfully integrating these children into a more challenging and diverse school environment, while providing their families with much needed guidance and a network of support. Our beneficiaries come from low-income, historically disadvantaged communities of Hout Bay including Imizamo Yethu and Hangberg. The majority of people living in these communities face poverty and hardship every day, and despite the change in democracy, good schooling and housing are out of reach for most of them.
Dates and Duration Dates Duration School Holiday
Arrival on Thursday for a free 3 day orientation, start volunteering on Monday Minimum 2 weeks - maximum 12 weeks 24 June - 18 July 2016 30 September - 10 October 2016 07 December - 18 January 2017 However, if there are holiday camps running, there will be work during the above holiday periods
Overview What’s included
Airport Transfers Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system Certificate & Report on Volunteer’s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes
Accommodation
Home 20 minutes from Cape Town Walking distance to the beach and shopping center Share a room with 2-6 with shared full bathrooms Please note that laundry is at the cost of the volunteer but is nominal
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Hope Journey Children’s Recovery Hospital – Cape Town DESCRIPTION For some families living in townships it is difficult to keep medicine refrigerated, difficult to keep wounds clean and monitor the child’s recovery, so this Recovery Hospital meets a vital need amongst Cape Town’s poorer families. Just like any other child, these little ones need love, attention and stimulation which the staff are usually too busy to offer, so volunteers are much appreciated! As a volunteer at Hope Journey you will have a wonderfully varied experience, and be involved with all the different aspects of running a charity recovery hospital. As with any home, assistance is needed with laundry and storage of all the little baby clothes and linen, simple food preparation, managing of donations of toys and tidying of the baby play areas. Babies/Children’s Ward
Teach and encourage development through play
Collect toys from around the ward and sterilize toys daily
Assist with feeding, show nurse how much child ate when finished Nursery School Help teacher and teacher’s assistant with teaching activities Assist with art projects, teaching-sums, letters, time, English, computer Assist with keeping room tidy and organized
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 4 weeks – maximum 12 weeks
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport Transfers 3 day Orientation Accommodation / 2 meals per day A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system Certificate & Report on Volunteer Program if required for studies or other purposes Free two-hour surf lessons
ACCOMMODATION Volunteer House (Shared rooms between 3-4 volunteers) OR South African Host Family in local community – own room or shared with another volunteer 18
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Loving Cape Town Kids– Cape Town
DESCRIPTION
Loving Cape Town kids was established to provide hope for the future through early childhood education and care to the community of Imizamo Yethu in Hout Bay. Volunteers work within a school in the morning and at an aftercare center in the afternoon. In the morning you will be assisting the class teacher with the following duties:
Welcoming children and assisting with getting them ready for their day at the school, Help with laying and clearing of tables, supervise eating during breakfast, snack & lunchtime. Brushing of teeth Prepare fruit and hand out to children. Outside play – teachers and volunteers to supervise and play with children e.g. ball games etc.
The afternoon:
Assist in our After-School Care Program Assisting or Coordinating a Holiday Club program Help us organize a quarterly outing for our children Help teach computers, in the food gardens, a sport, or some other passion you have Help us keep our website up to date
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration School Holidays
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 4 weeks – maximum 12 weeks 24 June - 18 July 2016 30 September - 10 October 2016 07 December - 18 January 2017 However, if there are holiday camps running, there will be work during the above holiday periods
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport Transfers 3 day Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system Certificate & Report on Volunteer`s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes 2 Meals a day Free two-hour surf lessons
ACCOMMODATION Hout Bay Volunteer House (Rooms sleep 2-6 with shared full bathrooms) 19
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Making Waves – Muizenburg Cape Town
DESCRIPTION
Learn to surf whilst making positive waves in a Cape Town children's community. Making waves is a community development surf project with a clear vision and a passion for the future. Our goal is to be a most effective community-based notfor-profit project that provides holistic support to impoverished youth and youth at risk to make what would otherwise have seemed impossible, (based on family backgrounds and financial circumstances), possible! Your role: 1. Changing individuals’ mindset, attitude and ways of decision-making through recreational sports such as surfing. 2. Spending quality time with and affirming individuals; helping them to feel loved and achieve a sense of self-worth 3. Expanding horizons in Arts and Culture through field trips and outing to places with a rich heritage. 4. Preventing/changing destructive lifestyle habits through sharing life-skills and principles which produce lasting, valuable character. 5. Promoting the values of a good education and assisting achievement in this area. 6. Career development and employment opportunities through education, internships and training.
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration School Holidays
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 2 weeks – maximum 12 weeks 24 June - 18 July 2016 30 September - 10 October 2016 07 December - 18 January 2017 However, if there are holiday camps running, there will be work during the above holiday periods
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport Transfers 3 day Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system 2 Meals a day Certificate & Report on Volunteer`s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes
ACCOMMODATION Muizenberg Volunteer House (Rooms sleep 3-4)
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Mandela’s Soweto Children – Johannesburg, Soweto
DESCRIPTION
Your time will be dedicated to helping children expand their world view and learn new skills you will be helping a community which has limited resource build capacity. You will be providing an extra pair of hands for teachers/care givers and making a difference whilst being a positive influence on people’s lives. You will be based in Orlando one of oldest suburbs of Soweto. The township with a population of over 4 million is the biggest black urban settlement in South Africa, with a rich history. Soweto was the center of political campaigns aimed at the overthrow of the apartheid state. The June 16th, 1976 student uprising, which began the slow meltdown of apartheid, started in Soweto and spread to the rest of the country. Your role: To participate in the daily schedule of the school and the different classes. Expanded Support System. This is a government funded after school program which includes sports practice in soccer, netball and volleyball as well as homework assistance. To participate in the club’s activities 2 times a week with children from the age of 6 up to teen agers. Plan and execute activities with the local youth club leader with a focus on arts and culture activities such as: The volunteer could together with the local youth club leader plan and execute a bigger event for the children.
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration School Holidays
OVERVIEW What’s included
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 2 weeks – maximum 12 weeks 24 June - 18 July 2016 30 September - 10 October 2016 07 December - 18 January 2017 However, if there are holiday camps running, there will be work during the above holiday periods
Transfers from Gautrain 3 day Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system Certificate & Report on Volunteer`s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes 2 meals a day South African sim card
ACCOMMODATION
Volunteer House (Dormitory Accommodation)
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Skateboarding for Change – Durban
DESCRIPTION
Here's an action packed volunteer experience in an awesome setting. Skateboarders are activating change in a rural Zulu village in the Valley of 1000 Hills. This project was found on the cohesion of skateboarders, artists and outdoor enthusiasts. The project is testament to the ability of skateboarding and its power to bring people together in the name of fun and self progression. This is a platform for rural children to rise above the limitations of their socio-economic status and develop self confidence while we provide the tools for skills development within the skateboarding industry and beyond. Your role: Preparing our clubhouse, library for the days planned activities Making lunch packs for our daily participants Assisting our local staff members running after school interactive / educational / fun learning sessions General upkeep of both the clubhouse and surrounding Skate Park Up keeping of the garden Outreach Projects in and around surrounding village Working for water initiative, assist us in capturing and laying pipes from a nearby spring to our facility. Monitoring water quality in our rivers with a test kit Maintaining and beautifying pathways to our facility Assisting with one on one reading instruction with illiterate adults Sorting and distributing donations, like shoes, clothes and skateboarding equipment
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 2 weeks – maximum 12 weeks
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport transfers Durban 3 day orientation Accommodation 3 meals a day Donation to the Volunteer Project A South African sim card Monthly socials for volunteers Certificate & report on Volunteer’s Program
ACCOMMODATION African style Rondavels sleeping up to 4 people in each bungalow
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Streetwise Soccer – Cape Town, Noordhoek
DESCRIPTION
Soccer/Football is a Universal language with a most persuasive tongue. Still inspired by the magical FIFA World Cup in 2010, the time is now to create & motivate football skills for our youth. Streetwise Soccer is aimed at using soccer as a tool for personal and social transformation in schools and “high-risk” communities in various townships in Cape Town. This is done in a Holistic Program called “COACHING-4-LIFE!” Volunteers will work in conjunction with the project coaches using soccer as a tool to create focus, drive and dedication in our vulnerable and impressionable youths who often come from an underprivileged background. Volunteers and coaches help with identifying and mentoring the youngsters in the local community - to a better life. Your role:
Assisting the coaches
Transferring Skills - to the youth and coaches
Working with schools to enhance their after school sport activities
Coaching the youth - encouraging them to develop their soccer skills and personal confidence
Assisting with setting up the coaching itinerary
Having fun and being a mentor for the youth participating in the program
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration School Holidays
OVERVIEW What’s included
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 1 week – maximum 12 weeks 24 June - 18 July 2016 30 September - 10 October 2016 07 December - 18 January 2017 However, if there are holiday camps running, there will be work during the above holiday periods
Airport Transfers 3 day Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system 2 Meals a day Certificate & Report on Volunteer`s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes
ACCOMMODATION Volunteer House (Shared rooms with 3-4 volunteers) OR South African Host Family
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Wild Coast Schools – East London
DESCRIPTION
The primary focus of Wild Coast Schools involves developing computer literacy skills within the classroom. Volunteers work under the guidance of highly qualified project facilitators to deliver daily lessons. Give your input in the schools and run art clubs when required. Give afternoon sports training and environmental awareness.
Teach, plan and develop resources on a day-to-day basis. Be part of the after school sports development initiative. Deliver computer lessons in our solar powered mobile computer lab, the Big Green e-Machine Provide support to a local orphanage Volunteers will have the opportunity to work closely with children in a supported and professional classroom environment. Your mornings are spent teaching basic computer literacy in various schools in our area. Afternoons are broken into the following activities: Mondays – Community Gardening Club Tuesdays and Thursdays – Sports Club Wednesdays – visit to a local orphanage
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration School Holidays
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 1 week – maximum 12 weeks 24 June - 18 July 2016 30 September - 10 October 2016 07 December - 18 January 2017 However, if there are holiday camps running, there will be work during the above holiday periods
OVERVIEW What’s included
Transport from OR Tambo Airport to De Wildt Shingwedzi and back. Accommodation - shared bedrooms and shared bathrooms. Three meals per day Local transport around the farm Laundry - Washing machine available for volunteers to use.
ACCOMMODATION
African Game lodge Pool Lounge Dining room and kitchen
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Volunteer Experience Africa
Words Changing Worlds – Cape Town
DESCRIPTION
At the project, we provide a literacy program to support children at Englishspeaking, inner-city schools whose first language is not English and who need a little extra help.
Your role: 8h30 -12h30: Spend some one-on-one time with children in the literacy program
Assist with reading, spelling and pronunciation
Assist with word games
Assist children with key problems in regards to reading
Create conversation to encourage language development
Listen and support
13h30 -16h00: This is your chance to shine and bring your own individual skills to the table
Take initiative and develop an after school activity that is within your area of personal interest but also that would be fun for the children.
Anything goes - from teaching children to play chess to drama classes.
Part of your project amount goes towards resources for the afternoon activities you initiate
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration School Holidays
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 4 weeks – maximum 12 weeks 24 June - 18 July 2016 30 September - 10 October 2016 07 December - 18 January 2017 However, if there are holiday camps running, there will be work during the above holiday periods
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport Transfers 3 day Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system 2 Meals a day Certificate & Report on Volunteer`s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes
ACCOMMODATION Volunteer House (Shared rooms with 3-4 volunteers) OR South African Host Family 25
South Africa - Animal
Animal Charity Birds Sanctuary Monkey Sanctuary Penguin Rescue Save the Great White Shark
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Animal Charity – Cape Town
DESCRIPTION
The project has a clinic where complicated surgery, sterilizations and vaccinations are done, and mobile-clinic vans that go out to the townships. The community is informed that the mobile-clinic van will be in their township on a particular day, and then anyone with an animal needing medical attention will queue up to be seen by the para-veterinary workers in the mobile clinic. Volunteers can get involved with everything, even assisting with surgery preparations after a bit of training. Volunteers at this project will be contributing both to the lives of animals and “their people”. This is a welfare veterinary service provider to the owners of animal who are not able to afford private veterinary services. Volunteer for Animals in Africa! Your role:
Helping animals get proper healthcare and aiding them in their recovery Assist animal welfare officers in clinics at the hospital Assist Vets at the clinic in prepping animals for surgery Caring for animals in recovery and ensuring their environment is hygienic Marketing, fundraising and public relations assistance Website development and electronic newsletters General maintenance, such as gardening, building and painting Please take note that volunteers may not perform any surgical procedures or diagnose animals.
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 1 week – maximum 12 weeks
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport transfers Cape Town 3 day orientation Accommodation Two meals a day Donation to the Volunteer Project A South African sim card Monthly socials for volunteers Certificate & report on Volunteer’s Program Free 2 Hour Surf Lesson
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Bird Sanctuary – Plettenberg Bay
DESCRIPTION
The bird sanctuary comprises a mixture of exotic as well African birds (50/50). They also include previously caged pets and hand reared and imprinted individuals, this explains why some of our inhabitants (especially the parrots of which we have 60 different species)) are unafraid of human beings and seemingly tame. All new arrivals at Bird Sanctuary go through a process of rehabilitation before they enter the actual sanctuary of the main aviary. Be they ex pets, or birds confiscated from zoos or irreputable breeders, most of the birds that arrive at Birds of Eden have a history of being caged in small environments. Your role: Cleaning of forest Walk-in of clients Guided tours after training has be done Feeding of the birds Assisting with translation of marketing materials Photography
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration
Arrival every Sunday Minimum 1 week – maximum 12 weeks
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport transfers Laundry Rooms are cleaned daily
ACCOMMODATION
Volunteer Home Stay in Plettenberg Bay Shared Rooms (3 volunteers per room) Satellite TV Wi-Fi Swimming Pool
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Monkey Sanctuary – Plettenberg Bay
DESCRIPTION
Stop Monkeying around with humans and spend more time with our primate ancestors. Volunteers will be considered if they are hard-working and enthusiastic and prepared to cheerfully fulfil tasks such as walking tourists from our entrance gate to the reception area whilst explaining the basic sanctuary rules on the way; translating documents, web articles and info sheets; photographing or filming the sanctuary animals and/or assisting with the animal care. Your role:
Cleaning of forest Walk-in of clients Guided tours after training has be done Feeding of the primates Cleaning of the cages Assisting with translation of marketing materials Photography Feeding of the primate’s in the special monkey home
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration
Arrival every Sunday Minimum 1 week – maximum 12 weeks
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport transfers Laundry Rooms are cleaned daily
ACCOMMODATION
Volunteer Home Stay in Plettenberg Bay Shared Rooms (3 volunteers per room) Satellite TV Wi-Fi Swimming Pool
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Penguin Rescue – Cape Town
DESCRIPTION
Cape Town’s wild seas are prone to ships having oil spills, which is very bad news for endangered sea birds like the African Penguin that lives and swims along the Cape Coast. Due to pollution and climate change penguin chicks are becoming more and more vulnerable, and without intervention they would face extinction. This project has stepped up to the plate and is doing all it can to nurture and rescue penguins and other sea birds in distress. Volunteers get involved with the day-to day care od seabirds: washing oil off seabirds, feeding them fish and cleaning their swimming pools. Once the sea birds are healthy and fit enough to survive, they are released back into the wild. Volunteers will be taught how to catch, handle, feed, tube and administer medication to a variety of Seabirds, assist in the Intensive Care Unit as well as clean & scrub bird pens on a daily basis. Volunteers must be prepared to work a 5 day week including weekends. Volunteers work according to shift schedule arranged by the volunteer coordinator once they start.
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration
Arrival every Thursday Minimum 6 weeks – maximum 12 weeks
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport Transfers 3 day Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system Certificate & Report on Volunteer’s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes 2 meals a day Free 2 hour Surf Lesson South African sim card
ACCOMMODATION Self-Catering Backpacker Accommodation OR Host Family (Own room or shared with another volunteer)
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Save the Great White Shark– Gansbaai
DESCRIPTION
Volunteers assist with research of sharks, studying their habits, as well as hosting travelers who want to go shark cage diving. The Shark-cage-diving finances much needed research into habits and breeding patterns of these graceful giants, as well as educating people to respect rather than fear sharks in their natural habitat. This action-packed volunteer experience is sure to change your view on sharks forever. You’ll receive training in White Shark biology, research, behavior, conservation, changing attitudes, shark attacks, basic seamanship(includes anchoring positions, wind directions, underwater filming, still photography and shark tourism. Weather permitting you will go to sea frequently. At sea, you`ll get involved as much as possible with all aspects of sea work. This will be focused on working with the sharks from above and below the water. Much emphasis will be placed on observing behavior and the interactions of sharks around the boat. You will be taught how to get in and out of the cage and how to remain secure and safe in the cage. Participants in the cages will record observations of the White Sharks. This will include sex, size, markings and behavior. This training is designed to educate you to a level of competence of a field assistant. During the training, you will be evaluated on how you handle teamwork, take your own initiatives, take interest in the work and activities, show interest in learning.
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration
Arrival every Monday of the year Minimum 1 week – maximum 8 weeks
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport Transfers 3 day Orientation Accommodation Donation per month to the Volunteer Project, to assist in their funding. A South African sim card that works on a pay-as-you-go top up system Certificate & Report on Volunteer`s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes 2 Meals a day Certificate & Report on Volunteer`s Program should this be required for studies or other purposes Daily lectures
ACCOMMODATION Volunteer House (Shared rooms with 1 other volunteer)
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South Africa - Conservation
Big Cats Sanctuary Cheetah Center Hands on Big Five Noah's Ark in Africa Wildlife Conservation
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Volunteer Experience Africa
Big Cats Sanctuary – Plettenberg Bay Description Volunteers will be considered if they are hard-working and enthusiastic and prepared to cheerfully fulfill tasks such as walking tourists from our entrance gate to the reception area whilst explaining the basic sanctuary rules on the way; translating documents, web articles and info sheets; photographing or filming the sanctuary animals and/or assisting with the animal care. History of Big Cats and their fight against survival Learning more about the different types of Big Cats from all around the Globe Cheetahs, Lions, Pumas, Jaguars, Bengal Tigers, Leopards are just a few of the cats being looked after. In-House training of volunteers. Educating tourists about these unique predators.
Dates and Duration Dates Duration
Arrival every Sunday Minimum 1 week - maximum 12 weeks
Overview What’s included
Laundry Rooms are cleaned daily
Accommodation
Shared rooms (3 volunteers per room) Satellite TV Wi-Fi Walking distance to beach and shops (300m) Swimming pool Transport is provided daily to project by Housemother
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Volunteer Experience Africa
Cheetah Rehabilitation – Limpopo
DESCRIPTION
The Cheetah & Wildlife Ranch aims to ensure our children never have to watch cheetahs and wild dogs become extinct like many other animals already. The Cheetah Centre is a tribute to a woman who has devoted her life to the survival of the cheetah species since 1971. Over the years developing an extensive community of outreach and educational programs as well as a strategic breeding plan to build up the number of cheetah left in the world with a view to getting them off the “Endangered Animals” list. A typical day may be: In the mornings at the center the volunteers will be divided into smaller groups to help with daily running tasks at the center. This could involve cleaning rounds, feeding rounds, ambassador care (conditioning ambassador animals to being around humans), cheetah runs (exercise program) and basic animal health care assisting with certain veterinary tasks. In the afternoon the volunteers will come back together to participate on maintenance of the center. This work can involve invasive vegetation removal, enclosure repair, enclosure painting, refurbishing enclosures (making the enclosures more habitable for the animals) and reserve maintenance (this could involve repair of the roads, clearing back bush etc.).
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration
Arrival every Tuesday Minimum 1 week – maximum 12 weeks
OVERVIEW What’s included
Transport from OR Tambo Airport to De Wildt Shingwedzi and back. Accommodation - shared bedrooms and shared bathrooms. Three meals per day Local transport around the farm Laundry - Washing machine available for volunteers to use.
ACCOMMODATION
African Game lodge Pool Lounge Dining room and kitchen
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Volunteer Experience Africa
Hands on Big Five – Port Elizabeth or Grahamstown Description At Hands on Big 5 Volunteers will learn about conservation and implement it as they assist the conservation team with day to day activities. Delve into leopard research, habitat rehabilitation, elephant impact monitoring, game counts, telemetry tracking of lions and much, much more. Make a real difference, grow your skills in conservation and have the experience of a lifetime! While working as a volunteer you may see yourself as an Assistant Conservation Manager. All the work done and data collected by you will be utilized by the reserve’s Conservation Department. As a volunteer you therefore derive a good deal of satisfaction from your work, as your efforts directly contribute to improving the reserve. Some of the activities may be hard physical work, and a certain level of determination from your side will be required.
Any work done in any Big 5 Game Reserve in Africa can be potentially dangerous. Wild animals remain unpredictable and therefore when we enter their domain we should do so with care.
Dates and Duration Dates Duration
Every Monday – No arrivals or departures on weekends or before 10.00 AM Minimum 1 week – maximum 12 weeks
Overview What’s included
3 basic meals per day - breakfast, lunch and supper. Accommodation - shared bedrooms and shared bathrooms. Laundry - done by domestic helper Town-trips once a week 5 days a week work experience, helping the Conservation Department with management work on the reserve
Accommodation
Lovely plunge pool to cool off in after a hard day’s work. You are accommodated in a renovated, fully furnished house on the reserve You will be sharing bedrooms and there are communal bathrooms
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Volunteer Experience Africa
Noah’s Ark in Africa – Jeffrey’s Bay
DESCRIPTION
We are a well-established bird and wildlife sanctuary and rehabilitation center situated near Port Elizabeth, South Africa and care for a wide variety of bird and animals both indigenous to South Africa and from further afield. We are fully registered with Nature Conservation and regularly work with them as well as other rehabilitation centers throughout South Africa. Typical Volunteer Work Day: 7:30AM - Preparation of animal feeds. 8:30AM - Feeding of the animals and birds throughout the park. After breakfast we go through the list of jobs that need doing throughout the park: washing all the dirty animal dishes feeding and cleaning out the animals in the clinic are done on a rotational basis raking and cleaning enclosures maintenance and repairs checking the game fence for holes 10AM/11AM - 1PM - Jobs as above. 1PM - 2PM - Lunch! 2PM - 3:30PM/4PM - Afternoon feed (preparation of food and feeding of animals and birds throughout the center again) 4PM - 4:30PM/5PM - Afternoon jobs: washing the dirty dishes from the afternoon feed checking the park to ensure there are no problems clinic duties feeding the farm animals on site or rounding up and feeding the calves.
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration
Arrival every Monday Minimum 1 week – maximum 12 weeks
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport transfer On site Accommodation Laundry All project on-site program activities 3 meals 1 Full day Safari tour including meals and transport
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Volunteer Experience Africa
Wildlife Conservation – Port Elizabeth
DESCRIPTION
The experience consists of working with animals in a wildlife environment both on and off a 25,000 hectare Big 5 game reserve and wildlife animal breeding center. Activities range from being hands on to observational and expose participants to key aspects of conservation, ecology and animal management with an opportunity to uplift the impoverished and create a better future for all living in and around the reserve. This volunteer program will give you an opportunity to form part of an award winning conservation team and join in the behind the scenes efforts to make real and sustainable changes to preserve and save Africa’s fast deteriorating wildlife population, fauna and flora. The volunteers are the link to ensuring a sustainable and positive change to the reserve environment and its conservation effort as a whole. This positively affects both humans and animals with volunteers tasks based around duties and activities required at their time of stay. As the environment is an ever changing dynamic due to often uncontrollable internal and external factors, activities and tasks may vary.
DATES AND DURATION Dates Duration
Arrival every Monday Minimum 1 week – maximum 12 weeks
OVERVIEW What’s included
Airport transfer On site Accommodation and meals Tea and coffee with on-site meals All project on-site program activities
ACCOMMODATION Volunteers share en-suite rooms Laundry service included once weekly Rooms cleaned every week
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