Summer Scheme

  Peru

• All Other Areas in Peru: 
Trujillo

Durations of Program: 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months, 7-12 months and 1-2 years
Typical Duration of Program: 3-6 months
Dates: 07 Jan 09 - 28 Feb 09

Description: We are currently urgently seeking people to help with the Summer Scheme that is running from 12th January to 27th February 2009. Ideally we would like people to be able to commit to the whole scheme as this will give some continuity for the children and also ensure that we have enough volunteers for the duration of the scheme. We may consider shorter stays if people have specific skills and could run workshops for a few weeks. The timetable for the summer scheme is for children to do Spanish reading and writing and maths in the mornings, and then workshops in the afternoons. For the workshops we are looking for people with skills such as circus training, art; painting or sculpture and so on, music, drama, dance, acrobatics or martial arts...these are just some things we have thought of so please email if you can help with others.

Highlights: We ask for a contribution of $250 (US) per month from volunteers who receive in return free accommodation and lunch. There is a gradual decrease in the fee for those staying longer than two months

Qualifications: Because the children do not speak English, we are generally looking for people who are able to instruct in Spanish but there are a few places for those with a more basic Spanish ability. Of course if people wish to stay for longer after the summer scheme then this would be welcomed.

Cost in US$: $ 350. One third of the charity's income relies on contributions from volunteers.

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: SKIP encourages applications from anyone who feels that they have the skills and motivation to help.

Age Range: Over 18

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

Participants Travel to Peru Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of depends - there will be up to 20 other volunteers

Application Process Involves:

• Written Application

Supporting Kids In Peru (SKIP)'s Mission Statement: SKIP is a non-profit organization helping economically-disadvantaged children in El Porvenir, Peru to realize their right to an education. We promote quality education and foster the capacity of children and families to be the principal agents of change in their own lives. SKIP works in partnership with families through holistic programs focusing on the educational, economic, emotional and social development of each child and family.

Year Founded: 2003