Volunteer in Argentina

  Argentina

• Buenos Aires: 
Buenos Aires
• Cordoba: 
Cordoba
• All Other Regions of Argentina: 
Mendoza,  Jujuy,  Santa Fe,  Salta

Durations of Program: 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months, 7-12 months, 1-2 years and over 2 years
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: All year

Description: Positions range from volunteer work in: youth outreach and education, health and nutrition, sustainable development, teach English, institutional support, community development, arts and culture, building projects, indigneous communities, gender issues, micro-credit, and human rights and law.

Highlights:
* Opportunities to volunteer with more than 55 non-profit organizations throughout Argentina
* Pre, during, and post-program support
* Individual and group orientations
* On-site support, coordination, and assistance throughout volunteer program
* Connections with a network of international volunteers
* A valuable addition to any CV

Qualifications:
* Minimum 1 month stay in Argentina
* At least two semesters of Spanish (some exceptions allowed)
* A sincere interest in volunteer work
* Must be 18 years of age
* International Medical Insurance

Cost in US$: USD450 flat fee

Not included:

- Transport
- Housing
- Spanish classes
- Travel
- Food
- Medical Insurance

Salary / Pay: No stipends Fee-waiver applications accepted based on certain pre-requistes

Experience Required: yes

Prior experience is not necessary Must be 18 years or older

Typical Volunteer: A typical volunteer is someone willing to dedicate at least 15 hours of their time each week to different areas of interest to them, but also based on the specific volunteer needs of the host organization. A volunteer tends to be flexible, hard-working, out-going, inquisitive, altruistic, and willing to help organizations and communities where necessary.

Age Range: 18-32

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

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups of at least 4

Scholarships are Available. Depends on specific criteria

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Help Argentina's Mission Statement: HelpArgentina is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to strengthen Argentine civil society through the mobilization of donors and volunteers and the promotion of best practices. HelpArgentina's volunteer program offers customized placements in a wide variety of social organizations in Argentina. Volunteers learn about Argentine life, experience the Argentine culture, and get acquainted with Argentina's most pressing social issues.

Year Founded: 2003