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Microfinance Programs - Guatemala
Location: Guatemala: Rural Areas
Program Duration: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 9-12 weeks
Dates: Throughout the year
International Volunteers
http://www.internationalvolunteers.org
IntVol - 2828 N. Speer Blvd. Suite 230 Denver, CO 80211 United States
Call Us
Phone: 303-282-4815
Fax: 303-857-5445
Description
Volunteer abroad in Guatemala at one of numerous NGOs working to improve the life of its citizens. Many of these community development organizations focus on capacity building through literacy campaigns, training and adult education. Some organizations are focusing on business training and microcredit programs in order to encourage entrepreneurs. A micro-finance program focuses on business development. Interns will work with local NGOs to assist with entrepreneurial programs for marginalized groups such as indigenous populations, women and migrant workers. Projects will vary greatly depending on the activities of the NGO and the intern's qualifications.
Highlights
This program can be incredibly rewarding and gives participants the chance to complete challenging fieldwork. Placements are in the highlands region of Guatemala, where indigenous peoples have lived for centuries. More than half of the population of Guatemala is Mayan and participants have a unique opportunity to experience this culture during their programs.
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Cost in US$:
Costs vary. Please contact us for details
Cost Include Description:
Program Includes:
* Airport Pickup in Guatemala City
* One Week Spanish Classes
* Orientation
* Volunteer Placement
* Accommodation With a Host Family
* Breakfast and Dinner Each Day
* 24/7 In-country support
Program Does Not Include:
* Round-trip Airfare
* Return trip to Airport
* Required Travel and Medical Insurance
Credit Available
no
Volunteer Types
- business
- community development
- income-generation
- indigenous issues
- micro-enterprise
- microcredit
Typical Volunteer
There is no typical international volunteer. We work with people from all over the world and a variety of backgrounds. We have placed volunteers ranging in age from 18-81. Successful volunteers are flexible, upbeat, energetic and inquisitive.Age Range
18 and upThis Program is open to
Worldwide Participant. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Home-stays
Participants Travel to Guatemala
Independently
Application Process Involves
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
- Resume
International Volunteers's Mission Statement
International Volunteers is the volunteer branch of ELI Abroad, a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization, founded in 2001, that partners with organizations from around the world making a difference in their communities. We work closely with these groups to ensure that our volunteers get meaningful experiences at reasonable prices. We have something for everyone: whether you want to teach in Ghana, work in an orphanage in Nepal, animal rescue in the rainforest of Ecuador, medical clinic in South India, or study in a university in Buenos Aires.
Year Founded
2001
