Volunteer in Laos

  Laos

• Luang Prabang: 
Luang Prabang

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: Visit our website for upcoming start dates.

Description: Renowned for friendly people and a relaxed pace, Laos is a perfect place to visit for volunteer travel, and teaching monks could be a great and rewarding way to spend your time while you are there. In Laos, many rural boys move to urban areas to ordain as Buddhist monks for low-cost living and for the opportunity of an education. As a GVI volunteer, you will teach English - most popular subject in the school - to the monks at Wat Siphoutthabat School in Luang Prabang, helping the school's two English teachers to provide their students with an excellent education. While you are here, there will also be trips to see some of the great local sights, such as the Khuang Sii waterfall and the Pak Ou caves.

How this program makes a difference:

As the national government relies heavily on foreign aid to support itself, very little funding flows to rural education. As a result, many rural boys move to urban areas to ordain as Buddhist monks and further their education and opportunities for the future. This education is provided by the temples at very little cost and as a result resources are often stretched beyond capacity. English is the most popular subject in a school of 700 students and they are desperate for native or fluent speakers to help provide assistance. As Luang Prabang and surrounding communities gain economic benefits from tourists and adventure travelers through the region, they are realizing more and more the importance of English skills and the demand for quality teachers is growing. By providing local people with English language training you will help them take steps to improve their livelihoods and futures.

Highlights:
- Have the rare opportunity to work closely with novice monks in a temple school
- Live in Luang Prabang, a UNESCO heritage town
- Assist local community members in obtaining and practicing valuable English skills
- Learn about Lao culture, history, food, religion and language
- Enjoy a weekend break on the banks of the Mekong River

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

Cost in US$: From USD 1,190

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 18-64

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Laos Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of Maximum 8

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Post-Program Services Include:

• Job and Internship Network

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