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Fundraiser for Support for Orphans & Vulnerable Children (English Region; Buea)
Location: Cameroon: Buea
Term: Throughout the year
Program Duration: 5-8 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: Year round
The Humanity Exchange
http://www.thehumanityexchange.org
PO Box 2514 Prince George, BC V2N 2S6 Canada
Call Us
Phone: +1 415 800 3998
Description
Our partners serve the poorest and most vulnerable people in their communities. They are continually striving to improve their work, and volunteers and interns help make that happen. Community Development refers to activities that help build capacity and create the building blocks for lasting change. It encompasses a wide variety of tasks.
Your Role
At present FORUDEF provides care to 100 orphans, yet 700 orphans in need of care have been identified in Buea. FORUDEF provides care to orphans by providing gifts, basic food items, educational items for those of school age, health care (de-worming the kids), and counseling services as appropriate. Previously, this program was funded in large-part by the Cameroon Government. Currently, activities have decreased; despite growing need funding is limited.
Examples of Activities:
* Search for potential donors
* Update orphan database
* Write funding proposals
* Distribute items to orphans and vulnerable children when available
* Provide psycho-social care (counseling inclusive)
* Report
Qualifications
A background in nursing and psychology are advantageous for this position. This position requires that the intern/volunteers has knowledge of potential donors and be able to solicit for funds for orphans and vulnerable children. The skill in project proposal writing is essential.
Intern Types
- Psychology
- Nursing
- Counseling
Languages
- English
Cost in US$:
Starts at USD700 for one week
Cost Include Description:
Pre-departure support: You will have a staff member available to support you throughout your time preparing to go abroad. In addition, you will be provided with all the resources you need including your Pre-Departure Manual & Culture Matters Workbook. The pre-departure manual includes all information you need regarding your destination, as well as advice on blogging and fundraising. The Culture Matters Workbook is a self-study course focused on:
- Culture shock
- Issues power and race
- Managing politics, religion, and gender
- Working effectively in a cross-cultural setting
- Preparing to reintegrate as you return home
- Transportation to and from the airport
- Accommodation (single or double occupancy in shared apartment in self catering apartment)
- Laundry, cleaning, and one African meal provided weekly
- Organization placement
- Reference letter and/or compliance with your college or university for course credit (Upon request; 90USD fee applies for students obtaining course credit)
What's not Included
- Food
- Airfare
- Insurance
- Vaccinations
- Local transportation
- Pocket money
Credit Available
yes
Volunteer Types
- organizational development
- orphans
Typical Volunteer
College & university students or recent grads. A background in psychology or experience working with children is advantageous for this position. Typical Volunteer Hours: Typically volunteers have an average 9-5 weekday schedule. Volunteers may be needed evenings and weekends. You can take long weekends to travel and explore Cameroon, just let your supervisor know in advance. We know that you are volunteering your valuable time. Therefore, if you would like to volunteer for less hours, this is ok. You can arrange this with your supervisor once in Cameroon. In sum, your schedule at the orphanage can be flexible, you just need to ensure you communicate the schedule you would like to have with your supervisor.Age Range
18+This Program is open to
Worldwide Participant.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Guest House
Participants Travel to Cameroon
Independently or in Groups
Application Process Involves
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
Typically The Application Process Time is
3 daysThe Humanity Exchange's Mission Statement
To provide exceptional international exchange experiences, that foster globally minded conscientious leaders and contribute to development in cooperation with local communities.
Year Founded
2009
