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Gambia Childcare
Location: Gambia: Rural Areas
Program Duration: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
50-52 Rivington Street, London, EC2A 3QP England
Call Us
Phone: +44 (0) 20 7613 2422
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7613 2992
Description
Gambia is a tiny fertile sliver of vast and varied Africa, but is no less appealing for its dainty size. It is characterised by the might of the eponymous Gambia river; this vast tract of water pierces the country through its heart and saturates the surrounding land with fresh water, ensuring flourishing ecosystems, forests brimming with every variety of flora and fauna, and an intriguing culture that has evolved from roots embedded in the artisanal fishing traditions. Visit this perfect pocket of an ancient continent to discover mysterious standing stones, tribal dancing, a dazzling array of wildlife and an African adventure that will be truly unforgettable!
* What Will I Be Doing?
In this particular project, you will focus mainly on children, toddlers and babies whilst their parents are out at work. You will be providing an invaluable service, enabling parents to meet the financial needs of the family. You will be preparing toddlers and children for entrance into formal education. This will involve much basic teaching and play activities designed to best prepare them for the next stage of their lives. Many learning and play resources have arrived from abroad, yet the children have little knowledge in how to use them. You will be aiding them in getting the best out of these materials.
Highlights
* Visit this little-known corner of Africa!
* Make lifelong friends.
* Provide an invaluable service to the local community.
Languages
- English
Cost in US$:
1,650
Cost Include Description:
Before you go:
* Pre-departure support
* Travel & medical advice & documentation
* Equipment advice
* Discounted medical kit
* Free Frontier T-shirt
In-country:
* Airport pick-up & drop-off
* Food
* Accommodation
* Local orientation
* Project briefing
* Ground transfers & in-transit accommodation
* In-country emergency support
* 24-hour international HQ back-up
Credit Available
no
Volunteer Types
- childcare/children
- volunteering
This Program is open to
Worldwide Participant. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Guest House
Participants Travel to Gambia
Independently
Application Process Involves
- Phone/Video Interview
Frontier's Mission Statement
To conserve the world's most endangered wildlife and threatened habitats and to build sustainable livelihoods for marginalized and under resourced communities in the world's poorest countries. To create solutions that are apolitical, forward-thinking, community-driven, and innovative and which take into consideration the long-term needs of low income communities.
Year Founded
1989
