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Orphanage Assistance in Guatemala
Location: Guatemala: Quetzaltenango
Program Duration: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Year-round
3015 E Franklin Ave Minneapolis, MN 55406 United States
Call Us
Phone: (612) 729-3400
Fax: (612) 333-2626
Description
Orphans are usually deprived of opportunities that are necessary for their emotional, mental, and academic development. Through education and compassion, children are empowered to challenge a life of further poverty and exploitation. World Endeavors volunteers focus on educational training which consists primarily of English language classes. Volunteers' active participation in programs such as health education, games, drawing, and painting is encouraged. With such a variety of ways to participate, the orphanage experience with World Endeavors provides volunteers many meaningful ways to approach service.
Highlights
Upon arrival in Guatemala, World Endeavors participants are met at the airport and given transportation to their volunteering location. They will receive an orientation that will familiarize them with the town and the surrounding area, Guatemalan culture, and their program.
Participants will stay with local Guatemalan host families. Host families are very welcoming and enjoy having visitors stay with them. All host family accommodation includes 3 meals per day. Living in a host family setting is the best way to practice your Spanish, and participants frequently make friendships that can last a lifetime.
Languages
- English
Cost in US$:
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Cost Include Description:
Credit Available
no
Volunteer Types
- childcare/children
- orphans
- teaching
- youth
- youth development
Typical Volunteer
World Endeavors volunteers are people from all backgrounds who are looking for a life-changing experience abroad. Our participants are of all ages and come from countries around the world. We seek to match volunteers to projects that best suit their interests and abilities in order to maximize their experience and their impact on their project.Age Range
18 and older.This 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
- Written Application
- Resume
- Phone/Video Interview
World Endeavors's Mission Statement
World Endeavors is a provider of unique international volunteer, internship, and study programs. Our mission is to become a catalyst for positive change in our community and the world through quality international programs.
