Affordable International Service Projects in Botswana

  Botswana

Maun,  Serowe

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: Inquire about dates or search the Project Directory on the VFP Website (vfp.org)

Description: VFP offers over 3000 affordable, short-term voluntary service projects in 100+ countries, including over 10 each spring, summer and fall in Botswana each year. These international voluntary service projects are an opportunity to participate in meaningful community service while living and interacting in an intercultural environment. Volunteer projects vary greatly since they arise wherever there is a need in a given community.

The Minimum Age for Projects in Africa is 20. Voluntary service projects are usually from May through September and are of 2 to 3 weeks in duration, although there are projects available in the 'off-season.' A USD 300 per-project registration fee includes accommodation and food. There may be a small additional fee for projects in developing countries, including Botswana. Transportation is arranged and paid for by the volunteer. Please visit the Volunteers For Peace Website for additional information OR to search the Open Projects Directory.

Highlights: Affordable intercultural immersion-volunteers from at least four countries in every program.

Qualifications: Motivation

Cost in US$: USD 300-USD 500

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: Age 18-30, flexible, open-minded, friendly and motivated.

Age Range: 18-30

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

Participants Travel to Botswana in Groups

Typically Participants Work in Groups

Scholarships are Available. Please visit the VFP Webpage for Additional Information.

Application Process Involves:

• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Volunteers For Peace, Inc.'s Mission Statement: Volunteers For Peace promotes International Voluntary Service as an effective means of intercultural education, service learning and community development. We provide projects where people from diverse backgrounds can work together to help overcome the need, violence and environmental challenges facing our planet. Our projects are truly a microcosm of a world where nations join together to improve life on our planet. They are a practical way to both prevent and resolve conflict. By participating in a voluntary service project, volunteers help sow the seeds of a better future for all life on the planet.

Year Founded: 1982