Community Work With Children in Sri Lanka

  Sri Lanka

Kandy

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 9-12 weeks
Dates: Mulitiple start dates year round

Description: Want to visit one of the best islands in the world?

Marco Polo described the island of Sri Lanka as the finest of its size in the world and he obviously knew his stuff. Legend has it that it's shaped like a tear drop because the mainland was so upset to see the island become cut off, and we can understand what they mean. But their loss is your gain because left to its own devices, it has developed a unique natural environment full of surprises for you to enjoy. Save some energy for the project though because you can make a real difference to young people's lives by providing support with homework and English language lessons, as well as generating creative play through games, sports, singing, dancing and drama. Our TEFL certification is included to help you make a big difference.

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Highlights: What were the highlights of your trip that you couldn't wait to tell your friends about?

"Everything! I had the opportunity to teach English in a school and work alongside staff at a girls home where I had the most amazing time. I totally immersed myself in the local culture which included everything from living as part of a Sri Lankan family and eating rice and curry everyday with my hands to speaking Sinhalese, attending cultural events such as the Kandy Perahera and even a local monks funeral! I traveled to various locations around the island; the tea plantations at Nuwara Eliyah, Dambulla caves, Sigiriya rock, Unawatuna beach, Galle Forte and Kandy." (Zara Spencer)

You may become involved in a variety of activities, including homework support, arts and crafts activities, games, songs and social education. All of the projects involve an element of English teaching, but the amount required and the method of teaching will vary from project to project. Your schedule will be flexible and will depend on the needs of the project. You may be asked to help the staff members improve their English or IT skills, or you may become involved with fund raising or improving the appearance of the project.

Qualifications: Independence, enthusiasm, and a willingness to work hard.

Cost in US$: USD 1295.00 for 2 weeks, USD 220.00 for every week thereafter

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: If you are interested in immersing yourself in another culture while giving your time to a worthy cause, then you are a typical i-to-i volunteer. We invite you to join the i-to-i community of dedicated volunteers aged 18-80 who are working on community development, building, teaching, and conservation projects across the globe. Together, we make a lasting impact that changes lives and helps preserve the planet through hundreds of worthwhile projects around the world.

Age Range: 18-70

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Sri Lanka Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network

i-to-i Meaningful Travel's Mission Statement: Founded in 1994, i-to-i is an award-winning organization providing unique opportunities for you to travel, work and live abroad. Thousands of travelers aged 18 to 80 have joined our volunteer vacations and over 50,000 have learned to Teach English as a Foreign Language through our tailor-made TEFL courses. With over 400 projects on 4 continents, you can join the worldwide i-to-i volunteer community on an extended adventure in areas such as teaching, community development, sports coaching, conservation, building or internships in tourism, marketing, journalism, or health.

Year Founded: 1994