Environmental Conservation in Peru
Peru
- All Other Areas in Peru:
Urubamba
Term: Summer
Duration of Program: 1-2 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 1-2 weeks
Dates: Jul 3 - Jul 17
Description:
Come experience traditional Peruvian culture in the center of the ancient Incan empire while addressing major environmental issues brought on by modernization. ProPeru's cleaner burning stove project is successfully reducing carbon emissions, slowing the depletion of native plant species and preventing health issues related to pulmonary disease and vision impairment due to smoke inhalation. Volunteering with ProWorld, you will work with rural Andean communities to install these stoves int he homes of individual families, assist with education workshops and contribute to reforestation efforts. On weekends and in your spare time, opportunities are also available to visit ancient Incan ruins, hike to Andean lakes and glaciers, and participate in traditional Peruvian festivals in and around our base in the Sacred Valley.
Group Volunteer Projects Group oriented project, homestay living, and adventure experience * Group Development Project and Funding
* 1 to 2 Day Intensive Orientation
* Regular staff support and contact
* Community Round Table Discussions
* Weekly adventure and cultural experiences
* Community Immersion and Local Artisan Visits
* Full Room and Board with local homestay families
* All onsite program transportation
* Health and Travel Insurance The shared project is just one of many ways that volunteers interact with our host communities. Weekend trips to world famous archeological sites and adventure locations complement each volunteer's discovery.
Highlights:
Excursions: A mix of adventure and cultural activities may include: * Visit Incan ruins in Cusco and the Sacred Valley
* Hike to Andean forests, lakes and glaciers
* Participate in remote cultural festivals
Qualifications:
Prerequisites: Team work and desire to help
Suitable for students and adults
Cost in US$: 1695 USD
Cost Include Description:
Housing
Meals
Project Funding & Support
Cultural & Adventure
Excursions
Onsite Transportation
Health & Travel Insurance
Airport Pickup
24-Hour Staff Support
Experience Required: no
Age Range: 18
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
This Program is also open to
Families, Couples and Individuals
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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Participants Travel to Peru
Independently
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Application Process Involves:
- Phone Interview
- Written Application
Post-Program Services Include:
- Alumni Network
- Exit Debriefing Abroad
- Job and Internship Network
ProWorld Service Corps's Mission Statement: The mission of ProWorld is to promote social and economic development, empower communities, and cultivate educated compassionate global citizens.
ProWorld offers 2-26 week internship, volunteer, and study abroad programs in Peru, Mexico, Belize, India, Thailand, Brazil and Ghana. All programs are based on hands-on, community-driven development projects.
We believe that within every project decision and every community interaction there exists the opportunity for ProWorld staff and volunteers to strengthen our mission and practice our core values: commitment, integrity, vision, sustainability, compassion, and success.
Year Founded: 1998
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