Volunteer Abroad in Zambia Africa Lusaka Orphanage, HIV/Aids, HealthCare Programs

  Zambia

Lusaka

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: Flexible start & end dates

Description: We offer short and longer term placements in and around Lusaka, as well as the surrounding towns and villages.

Our projects focus on the children of Zambia, volunteers work in the local orphanages and primary schools. As a volunteer, you will primarily assist with the daily care of the kids; including preparing meals and teaching Basic English. You can play games, arrange activities, create arts & crafts projects and share your time and caring with these wonderful children. Children's ages range from 2yrs - 15 yrs. Volunteers are expected to work 40 hours per week and are provided accommodations and meals, roundtrip airport transfers, project placement and supervision and in-country orientation on arrival.

Volunteers with medical training, or attending medical or nursing school are welcome to help at a community health center. The need is great, and the supplies, staff and equipment are lacking.

Our programs are available year round, we have a flexible schedule, with no set start dates. Come volunteer with us and see A Broader View of the World.

Highlights: The republic of Zambia is a landlocked country in south central Africa whose population exceeds 10 million. Due to its high elevation, Zambia has a mild tropical climate. The weather is so pleasant that is has been nicknamed "The air-conditioned state".

Almost one-third of the country is given over to national parks and game reserves, which is home to some of the most abundant animal populations in Africa including big game animals. The major draw to Zambia is the astonishing Victoria Falls, the largest waterfall in the world, dropping over 330 ft below.

Zambia is one of the more politically stable countries in Southern Africa with potential to be one of the richest countries on the continent. Today, Zambia is one of the world's poorest and indebted nations with a steady influx of refugees, the effects of HIV/AIDS, poverty and corruption, and food shortages that leaves the country in crisis.

Volunteering in Zambia is a way to totally immerse yourself in African culture. This is a great opportunity to make life-long friends, learn a new culture from the inside out and discover that one person really can make a difference.

Qualifications:
* Volunteers must be 17 yrs old. There is no age-limit.
* Volunteers should possess a positive attitude, flexibility and patience.
* Volunteers who want to be part of the solution and offer hands-on assistance overseas.
* Volunteers should be self-starting individuals with a sense of humor.

Cost in US$: Starting at USD 795 for 1 week, please contact us for the costs for more weeks

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: Volunteers accepted from all nationalities, backgrounds, professions and skills. We prefer volunteer 17 yrs and older. Volunteers are those searching for a different sort of vacation, on a career break, a retiree, or a gap year student. We expect volunteers to travel with an open mind, a caring nature and a sense of humor!

Age Range: 17 years and older

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

Participants Travel to Zambia Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups of 1-2

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

A Broader View Volunteers Corp's Mission Statement: Volunteer with us and gain A Broader View of the World!

Year Founded: 2007