Community Work with Orphans in Lima

  Peru

• Lima: 
Lima

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

Description: Be part of it with i-to-i!
Our goal is to achieve 400yrs of combined volunteering all over the world by the end of 2008.

So far we have achieved 325yrs which when broken down means we achieved the following:

- Over 5500 children cared for on our community projects around the world
- A minimum of 13,000 children and adults taught English in schools and community centres
- Hundreds of animals protected including Turtles, Pandas, Elephants, Monkeys and more
- At least 80 homes and structures built for families and communities in need
- More than 8000 trees planted which are enough trees to offset the CO2 emissions of over 2,000 cars

Have you got a big heart?

The constant flow of travelers to their shores hasn't blunted the enthusiasm with which Peruvians welcome new arrivals. A cool glass of the famous Inca Cola awaits everyone, especially those who have come to volunteer their time and efforts. Keep a couple of cans handy as they'll go down well with the kids at this charity which works with around 270 abandoned or orphaned girls. The girls range in age from 5 to 18 and all receive shelter, food, education, health care and plenty of much needed attention. You'll join a friendly team of psychologists, teachers, doctors and nurses to teach English, art, cooking and sport amongst other things. Our TEFL training course is included in the price to provide you with the confidence to make the most of your time in the school.

Find out more about i-to-i, watch their short video here: http://video.i-to-i.com/site-videos/video.html

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

"One of the best things about the trip was Junita's great local food like fresh fruit and ceviche (Peruvian dish)! Apart from that the place is beautiful and situated really close to the ocean and is full of parks and great restaurants. The smiles of the children and the great friends I've made will stay with me forever." (Jennifer Ellis)

Depending on your capabilities, you could be participating in various workshops with the girls: English, cosmetics, arts, sewing, cooking, sports for example. You may also assist the teachers with the mentally retarded girls and also help the teenage mothers with their babies.

Qualifications: You would need to have intermediate level Spanish (i.e. be able to hold a conversation) for this work abroad. Female volunteers are preferred. You need to be compassionate, affectionate, patient and you should really enjoy working with children!

Cost in US$: USD 1535.00 for 4 weeks, USD 220.00 for every week thereafter

Before you go, we prepare you with:
- detailed information on your project and country
- fundraising advice and support
- visa instructions and forms
- vaccination and inoculation recommendations
- advice on health, safety and culture shock
- contact details to pass along to those at home

When you arrive, we provide:
- pick-up from the airport on the designated arrival date
- welcome orientation
- survival language lesson
- regularly-inspected accommodation
- well-researched quality placements
- meals or food at your accommodation

At all times, you have:
- access to our emergency support team 24/7
- assistance of the global i-to-i staff
- guidance and advice from experienced i-to-i travelers
- access to our wealth of first-hand knowledge

And more! Call us to speak with a knowledgeable travel advisor and to request a free color catalog.

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: 18-80

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Peru Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently or 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