Build Homes for Underprivileged Families in Mongolia

  Mongolia

Ulaanbaatar

Duration of Program: 1-2 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 1-2 weeks
Dates: From March to October 2010

Description: A land that seems forgotten by time, Mongolia has one of the last nomadic cultures still in existence around the World. Indeed when you step outside the capital city, Ulaanbaatar, you will believe you have travelled in to a new century rather than a new country. With such an unusual atmosphere Mongolia is one of the last great adventure destinations in Asia. Through our volunteer programme you will experience the warm hospitality offered to travellers.

If you want to immerse yourself in the laidback culture of Mongolia while making a real difference to the lives of local people, this project is perfect for you. Youll have the chance to work closely with Mongolian families as you help them to build a home that will really improve their quality of life.
There are an estimated 780,000 people in Mongolia who live in bad condition housing that doesnt have adequate sanitation or proper protection from cold weather. By working with these projects, youll help to provide better homes for local families and make friends for life in the process.
These are real hands-on projects where you help with everything from making sun dried bricks to painting walls and generally rolling up your sleeves and getting stuck in.

Highlights:
- You will participate a real hands-on projects
- Staying with a homestay family - the best way to get to understand a country
- Named as a Country of Blue Sky, you will be able to explore beauty of the country while you are travelling in Mongolia, birthplace of Chinggis Khan, and many more...

Cost in US$: 185 USD per week

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: individual and group volunteers

Age Range: up 17

This Program is open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Mongolia Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups of 3-5

Application Process Involves:

• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

"New Choice" Mongolian Volunteer Organization (NGO)'s Mission Statement: The mission of "New Choice" MVO is to encourage and invite international volunteers to contribute in the community development and education of the Mongolian people. Through work camps and village-based volunteer programs, international volunteers promote mutual friendship, world peace, and solidarity in addition to enriching their experience and making a meaningful contribution to a Mongolian Community. "New Choice" is 100% Mongolian NGO. We offered all volunteers for cheap price, high quality, interesting trip and good service.

Year Founded: 2004