Community Work in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

  Brazil

• Rio de Janeiro: 
Rio de Janeiro

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

Description: These projects are focused on improving the lives of the young people who live in the 'favelas,' or urban slums, of Rio de Janeiro. Enthusiastic, hardworking and committed volunteers are needed to provide support with a wide range of activities which are beneficial to the local people. The projects are based in a number of community, recreational, and child day care centers across the city.

With four different projects all in need of your help, there are a world of ways you can help needy communities and at-risk youth in Rio. Programmes range from guiding children through innovative courses in graffiti, to dance and sports. As well as helping on a practical level you can also give youngsters an insight into different cultures through your own experiences. Resources are often limited, so there are plenty of opportunities to put your creativity to the test!

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Highlights: The project is based in Rio where you will be living and work in the local communities. Rio is a diverse and cultural city with lots to see and do in your spare time. The main attraction is the annual Carnival, the world-renowned event where the streets are lined with people who come to see the elaborate costumes and join in the dancing. As well as this, you can go to see major sports games.

The cultural diversity of Rio de Janeiro, with its more than 400 years of history, has been the reason for it to be main choice of visitors who come to Brazil. It is a big city, privileged by its geography which grants its title "Cidade Maravilhosa" ( Gorgeous City). It is located in one of the most beautiful places of the world, where the sea, mountains, forests and lakes blend in amazing traces.

When the lights turn on, the city acquires a new life and rescues the dream with the people who always have a smile on their faces.

Qualifications: Basic Portuguese and/or intermediate Spanish required (intermediate Portuguese on some activities). Experience in specific fields may be required at some projects. Minimum age 21 yrs for one project.

Cost in US$: US$ 1945.00 for 4 weeks, US$ 195.00 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: 21-80

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian and European Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Brazil Independently Or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently

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 15,000 have learned to Teach English as a Foreign Language through our tailor-made TEFL courses. With over 300 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