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Orphanage Care Volunteer and Internship Program in Cambodia, Asia
Location: Cambodia: Phnom Penh; Thailand: Ratchaburi, Singburi
Term: Fall, Spring, Summer, Academic Year, Throughout the year
Program Duration: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months (includes high school academic semester abroad), 7-12 months (includes high school academic year abroad)
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Throughout the year
Global Service Corps
http://www.globalservicecorps.org
3543 18th Street, #14 San Francisco, CA 94110 United States
Call Us
Phone: 415-551-0000
Fax: 415-861-8969
Description
Cambodia children are still recovering from years of violence and corruption. GSC volunteers that choose to work with the Orphanage Care Program will partner with local orphanages that not only provide food and shelter, but also serve as a nurturing environment in which children can grow and thrive. Volunteers will assist with the daily activities of the orphanage, but will also focus on helping with the English education programs which are a common feature of Cambodian orphanages. While there is a need for technical assistance, participants will also serve as mentors to children who will value the guidance and their newfound friendships.
Highlights
Once in-country, the GSC Cambodian staff will provide participants with additional training on what to expect in the classroom, suggested activities and games, as well as classroom management techniques. All participants will receive an initial week of orientation, which includes technical training, Khmer language lessons, and culture and history lessons about Cambodia. In addition, volunteers will have the chance to visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, the National Museum, the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, and the Killing Fields at Cheoung Ek. During one of the weekends, participants will go on a three-day visit to Angkor Wat, or a two-day trip to visit the local sites around Phnom Penh.
Degree Level
Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
Intern Types
- Education
- English as a Second Language
- Interdisciplinary
- Social Sciences
- Social Work
- Sustainable Development
Languages
- English
Cost in US$:
3 week programs start at USD 3,140
Cost Include Description:
Credit Available
yes
Volunteer Types
- Childcare/children
- Curriculum Planning
- Education
- English Teaching
- Orphans
- Primary Education
- Public Education
- Recreation
- Social Services, Social Work
- Sports
- Street Kids
- Teaching
- Volunteering
- Youth
- Youth Development
Age Range
18 and aboveThis Program is open to
American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African, Worldwide Participant. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Group living
- Independent living
- Other
Participants Travel
Independently
Application Process Involves
- Essay
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
- Resume
Typically The Application Process Time is
90 daysPost Services Include
- Alumni Network
- Exit Debriefing Abroad
- Re-Entry Debriefing at Home
Global Service Corps's Mission Statement
Working from offices on three continents, Global Service Corps is dedicated to fulfilling our mission of designing and implementing effective service-learning programs that provide maximum benefit to our program participants and the communities we serve. Through the hard work of our staff, support of our advisory board, collaboration with our partners and the participation of hundreds of volunteers each year, Global Service Corps has earned its reputation as a leader in international volunteerism, service-learning and community development.
Year Founded
1992
