Teach Buddhist Monks in Sri Lanka

  Sri Lanka

Galle

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: All Year Round

Description: "Pirivena" is traditionally defined as "the temple school where young monks study." This English-teaching project is coordinated, in-part, by a grassroots, partner organization of IFRE which assists to encourage and nurture the self-reliance of the neediest, most humble monks of Sri Lanka .

The daily life of a Buddhist monk is significantly removed from the rushing, hyper-reality of those who live in technologically-advanced areas. This project allows volunteers to be part of a centuries-old, traditionally-rich culture that has captivated and intrigued many a Western imaginations. The "Pirivena" in Sri Lanka is in great need for an increasing number of volunteers to teach English to aspiring, knowledge-hungry monks as the schools have very limited resources and are greatly understaffed.

Highlights: In this amazingly unique project, volunteers teach monks ranging from 8-21 years of age. Depending on need, volunteers may assist in various extra-curricular activities which could include: sports, arts, music, etc. Teaching English to these eager, young monks will provide volunteers with an epic opportunity to immerse themselves in the ever-fascinating and enlightening Buddhist culture, as well as its teachings and philosophies. Numerous past volunteers constantly state that this particular project is one of their most memorable, engaging and mind-opening experiences.

Qualifications: There are no specific qualifications needed to join the Buddhist Monk-teaching program in Sri Lanka . However, monks are highly respected social figure in Sri Lanka . Monks follow decent and exemplary lives, so a serious discipline is needed to join the project. There are separate temples/schools for male and female monks, so you will be only teaching your specific gender.

Cost in US$: starts USD748

What does language and cultural fee cover?
Language and cultural courses
Food and accommodations for 7 days
Training materials: books, paper, orientation package, TV, video, trainer, etc.
Local sightseeing/tourist site arrangements
Recreational activities
Village stay/host family
Cultural programs and additional activities
Travel related expenses (one week orientation)
Insurance

What program fee does not cover?
Airfare, Visa and Visa extension fee
Transfer to airport, airport taxes
Any personal expenses
Mineral water and soft drinks
Gifts to project staffs and host family
Laundry, Telephone, Immunization

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 18 or above

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Sri Lanka Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Written Application

Institute For Field Research Expeditions's Mission Statement: The mission of our volunteer abroad program is to offer meaningful volunteer abroad opportunities for volunteers and to seek sustainable solutions for education, health, conservation, and development issues through international volunteering. We hope to achieve this goal by offering community orientated volunteer programs where the efforts of our volunteers go directly to the poor people and their communities. Many grass-root organizations working in developing countries are poor in resources. These organizations are doing a commendable job to address development, education, health, and conservation issues by launching a variety of programs but these organizations are in a great need of help and support. IFRE promotes these local organizations by making donations and sending volunteers.

Year Founded: 2005