Boomers Abroad

Description

With an historical significance that resonates across millennia, Ethiopia is known as the cradle of humanity for good reason. The oldest human remains were found here, and it has evolved to become a fascinating region of the African continent. The only nation to completely avoid colonisation, it has a proud and complex culture expressed through dramatic tribal traditions and a life blood of passionate and vibrant people who are proud of their recently acquired democracy.

Here in a land where the Queen of Sheba once ruled, primitive and modern live side by side, but the exquisite facial bone structure of the women here evokes the ancient heritage of the mighty queens of the past. However, years of famine, war and misrule have left a legacy of poverty and its attendant problems consequently, it is somewhere that truly needs and deserves the help of international volunteers.

* What Will I Be Doing?

Your work schedule will cover a comprehensive, varied and enjoyable teaching programme which will engage you fully with your pupils and will awaken your creativity and initiative.

You should be prepared to use you own initiative while you are working on your project. Extra curricular activities for the children such as games, sports, music lessons etc or renovation projects such as painting a school are always appreciated by the community and will prove rewarding for yourself. If you need assistance in initiating these activities, the local staff will be more than happy to advise and assist you.

During your stay, you will have the opportunity to get to know both the teachers and students in the schools and offer them any extra interests or skills you may have such as art, music or computer skills. You will be welcomed at every turn by smiling and enthusiastic people - we cannot emphasise this enough! Whatever you decide, you are sure to gain huge satisfaction from helping and inspiring these underprivileged children whilst significantly enhancing your own skills and experience.

The school term runs from mid September until mid July, however even during the holiday periods vacation classes run in the mornings and help at these is especially appreciated. Please let us know if you are planning to volunteer during school holidays and we will discuss alternative activities for you in the afternoons.