Teach English and Childcare in Swaziland

  Swaziland

• Other Cities in Swaziland: 
Lobamba

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Visit the GVI website for upcoming start dates.

Description: This project is based in Swaziland's famous Ezulwini Valley. Volunteers assist at local primary schools or work on childcare projects in the region. Many of the schools in the Ezulwini Valley are under-resourced, over-crowded and are in great need of support. Class sizes are too large to be productive and volunteers assist local teachers by helping to manage the class as you teach the children English in addition to other subjects. Volunteers who participate on the childcare projects will work at local care centers, which provide underprivileged children with food, care and education. Volunteers teach English to the children, as well as math and life skills; they also arrange games, activities and outings; provide care and support; and assist on improvement projects at the centers.

How this program makes a difference:

Education is one of the key needs of children and is best hope for a brighter future. Sixty percent of children in Swaziland cannot afford to go to school due to the effects of unemployment, HIV AIDS and the repercussions of severe drought. Swaziland suffers a high rate of unemployment, 50% of Swazi nationals are out of work. About 40% of Swaziland's population is HIV positive and by 2010 there will be close to 200,000 orphaned children in the Kingdom.

Highlights:
- Assist on worthwhile projects
- Work with children
- Explore the Kingdom of Swaziland
- Opportunity to go on a safari
- Trek through stunning landscapes

Qualifications: No special training or qualifications are required as you will receive training in the field.

Cost in US$: From USD 2,590 for 4 weeks

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Swaziland Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Global Vision International's Mission Statement: Global Vision International aims to promote the advancement of sustainable development through the creation of partnerships, promotion of local and global education, opportunities and via direct financial support. GVI remains committed to its local partners by ensuring they receive full credit for any research undertaken or achievements reached.

Year Founded: 1998