Volunteer Vacation in Thailand

  Thailand

Krabi

Duration of Program: 1-2 weeks
Dates: Visit our website for upcoming start dates

Description: The renovation project in Ao Luk will focus on the local Non-Formal Education Center as well as surrounding schools. The NFE Center provides educational opportunities for those in the community that otherwise would not have access to these resources. The buildings are old and dilapidated but with some hard work and assistance the Center could become a key place for the community to meet and have classes in language as well as music, arts, and vocational skills. In addition, volunteers will help renovate and improve rural schools in the area.

After 10 days of hard work making improvements in the Ao Luk community, you will get to relax in style on a 4 day adventure tour of Krabi's beaches and islands including long-tailed and speed boat tours, snorkeling, sea kayaking and quality beach time.

How this program makes a difference:

By helping to do basic renovation such as painting, minor repairs, picking up litter, landscaping, volunteers will have the opportunity to help create a useful place for the local Ao Luk community to come together in a central location. The NFE Center is located in a central location where much of the community lives and works. With a bit of work the Center can evolve into a dynamic community center providing an inspiring place for the community to seek knowledge and education, make added income from teaching classes and selling goods, and create a warm environment for the community to share their love of language, arts and music.

Highlights:
- Work to renovate a key functioning community center
- Create and improve a new English library for community use
- Help to improve some of the local schools
- Experience local Thai culture working alongside students and community members
- Enjoy a tour of the area's local highlights including Railay beach, Phi Phi Island, Hong Island and other pristine locations
- Relax on some idyllic white sand beaches

Qualifications: No special training or qualifications are required as all training will be provided in the field.

Cost in US$: USD 1,990 for 14 days

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 18-65

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Thailand Independently

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