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Support Children in a Foster Home or Daycare Center in Argentina
Location: Argentina: Cordoba
Program Duration: 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 9-12 weeks
AIDE Abroad
1221 South MoPac Expy, Ste. 100 Austin, TX 78746 United States
Call Us
Phone: 1-512-904-1137 or 1-866-6-ABROAD, ext. 137
Fax: 5128571108
Description
Our children's projects aim to help children living in poverty by giving them love, care, and education. As a volunteer in one of these projects, your skills and compassion will help these children develop interpersonal skills and learn to create meaningful relationships with those around them. You will also be able to educate them about the opportunities available to them so that they may eventually become productive members of society. Duties will be serving breakfast, making beds, playing with children and assisting the older children with their homework. Assistance with staff operational procedures may also be needed. Volunteers should be sensitive to underprivileged children and human rights and willing to reach out, build relationships and foster growth.
Highlights
While volunteering in Argentina, you can experience the famous Argentine barbeque, or asado, a festive, communal event enjoyed by the locals, and explore a country known for its unique European flair in the heart of South America. AIDE Abroad works with a variety of projects in Argentina, and we will work with you to place you in a project that will benefit both you and the local community.
Qualifications
* At least 18 years old
* Some projects require intermediate Spanish. Languages courses prior to the volunteer program are available for beginners.
* Eligible to receive a tourist visa to Argentina
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Cost in US$:
First 8 weeks: USD2,395, Add'l weeks: USD200
Cost Include Description:
AIDE Abroad Volunteer Abroad Services
- Guaranteed volunteer placement prior to departure for Argentina
- Detailed placement offer (including duties, responsibilities, and other relevant information)
- Accommodation with a host family and meals
- Pre-departure orientation and detailed handbook
- Visa assistance (if needed)*
- Travel Medical Insurance
- Airport pickup and transfer to accommodation
- Arrival orientation in Buenos Aires or Córdoba
- Full-time local representative in Argentina
- 24/7 personal support and emergency number
- Certificate of completion (upon request)
- Assistance receiving service learning hours (check with your university advisor for requirements)
- Language class placement (class prices not included in program fee)**
* Most tourist visas are valid for up to 90 days. The length of AIDE Abroad's programs depends on each participant's visa allowance. All participants are responsible for ensuring their proper visa documentation for the extent of their stay. We recommend checking with your local Argentine consulate for the most up-to-date visa information.
**For those who need them, optional language classes are available. Language classes are a great way to be introduced to a new country and to improve your Spanish skills. Classes are held prior to the start of participants' volunteer programs, and participants will be placed in a small group to receive lessons. These classes are highly recommended, especially if you are not intermediate or have not practiced your Spanish recently.
Credit Available
no
Volunteer Types
- childcare/children
- community development
- education
- social services, social work
- youth development
Age Range
18+This Program is open to
American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, Worldwide Participant.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Home-stays
Participants Travel to Argentina
Independently
Application Process Involves
- In-Person Interview when Feasible
- Letters of Reference
- Phone/Video Interview
- Resume
- Written Application
Typically The Application Process Time is
3 monthsAIDE Abroad's Mission Statement
AIDE Abroad's mission is to provide international experiences that impart professional and personal growth, develop leadership skills, and enhance intercultural competence and understanding.
Year Founded
2007
