Volunteer in Bolivia

  Bolivia

Santa Cruz de la Sierra

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 3-6 months
Dates: Throughout the Year

Description: Bolivia is often called the Tibet of the Americas for its Nepalese-like culture, people and geography. A landlocked country, Bolivia spills through a maze of tortured hills and valleys into the vast forests and savannas of the Amazon and Parana basins.

One of Bolivia's largest cities, Santa Cruz, is home to this volunteer program, offering volunteers the conveniences of a semi-urban setting, while still being immersed in genuine Bolivian culture through homestays with local families. Take part in a fiesta, attend service at one of the many Catholic churches, or learn to cook a local dish at your homestay.

Highlights:
- One of Bolivia's largest cities
- Live with a Bolivian family
- Spanish language training included
- Participate in a fiesta
- Explore the Andes Mountains
- Many placements available
- In-country support services

"One thing that doesn't go unnoticed is the friendliness and welcoming heart of the Bolivian people. The homestay is one of the highlights to this volunteer program. The friendships made while living among these people will be with me forever." - Teresa Tellez

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: $1,175 (2 weeks); $1,500 (1 month); $2,450 (2 months); $3,400 (3 months) Longer Placements Available *cost may change at any time due to the currency exchange

Not-Included: Airfare, Some Meals, Personal Expenses, Visa Expenses.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to World Wide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Bolivia Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently Or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Transcript
• Written Application

International Education Programs at Jacksonville University's Mission Statement: International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes global experiences by engaging students and faculty in study, internship and volunteer programs that will expose them to other countries, cultures, languages and people. International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes cultural immersion through challenging study programs, relevant internship placements, and life-changing service learning opportunities in 19 different countries around the world. Our number one priority is to consistently offer the support services and resources that enable participants to immerse in the local culture, contribute to the local community, and learn more about themselves and the world through their travel experiences. IEP programs cater to individual needs based on desired length of stay, language competency, location, and academic discipline.

Year Founded: 2000