Incredible Volunteering in Thailand: Program Costs from USD 305!

  Thailand

• Chiang Mai: 
Chiang Mai
• All Other Areas in Thailand: 
Chiang Rai

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks and 3-6 months
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: 1st and 15th of every month

Description: International Volunteer HQ's partner NGO in Thailand requires volunteers Now! IVHQ has a range of volunteering opportunities available in the Chiang Rai province working with local villages and hill tribes.

* Teaching English
In the Northern areas of Thailand such as Chiang Rai many of the local people have not been fortunate enough to have access to any type of formal education. Therefore there is a real need for volunteers to assist in the education of not only young children but also adults from surrounding hill tribes and local villages. Volunteers may be based in a local hill tribe village or at IVHQ's partner organization with other volunteers and staff depending on your preference.

N.B. Volunteers DO NOT need to be a qualified or experienced teacher.

* Childcare
Currently the volunteer work schedule includes helping at three different child care centers each week. The child care centers are located in Hill Tribe villages and serve a vital role of preparing the Hill Tribe kids for government schooling which is conducted in Thai language, not the children's native tongue. The role of the IVHQ volunteers is to assist the teachers in taking care of the kids and conduct activities that will help the kids develop. In addition to this, IVHQ volunteers also help at a special school for mentally disabled at least twice per month.

In addition to the two placements listed above, it is also expected that volunteers will assist with other general chores and activities such as cleaning and cooking occasionally. Dependent on the time of the year and the skills of the volunteers, there may also be other jobs and activities, volunteers can assist our Thailand partner organization with such as; website development, translating Thai into English, assisting local NGOS in their activities, fund raising and participation in development projects (Examples Include: Anti Child Begging Campaign, HIV Awareness Project and Youth Development Projects).

* Community Development
The Community Development project in Thailand can encompass a wide range of work. While the work is varied, most tasks are focused on basic construction work (for example, painting and building of infrastructure such as roads, bridges and housing - this is also largely dependent on funds). Volunteer groups that inquire will need to fundraise extra money above and beyond the IVHQ fees listed on the website to fund the building projects. This is not generally a large amount and projects can be designed to fit different budgets, time frames and group sizes. Group sizes should be 5 people minimum. Contact IVHQ Enquiry Center for more information.

N.B. This Project is only available for groups and must be inquired directly with IVHQ. (There is no option for this on the application form).

Highlights:
* Extremely affordable fees
* 24/7 Support
* Thai meals eaten with Thai staff
* IVHQ Pre-departure information booklet
* Basic language course
* Onsite accommodation or home stays with hill tribes.
* Orientation

Qualifications: Volunteers must be over 18 years of age at the beginning of the program and have at least a high school education.

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: Program Fees start from USD 305 for 1 week to USD 1,275 for 3 months

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 18-70

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

Participants Travel to Thailand Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups of 2-10

Application Process Involves:

• Other

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network

International Volunteer HQ's Mission Statement: International Volunteer HQ aims to provide volunteers with quality, flexible, safe and highly affordable volunteering placements in developing countries. In addition to providing aid and assistance to these countries, International Volunteer HQ endeavors to increase education and heighten awareness through not only the skills and expertise taken by volunteers to their host communities and institutions, but also through the experiences and lessons volunteers will in turn take back to their own countries and cultures.

Year Founded: 2007