Description

Connect-123 carefully matches your interests and skills to hands-on projects in the Human Rights and Community Service fields to ensure that you'll be able to make a real, tangible difference in people's lives in South Africa. Volunteer with non-profits, hospitals, schools, clinics, and community programs in Cape Town or in townships located outside the city center. Projects include caring for pediatric patients at local hospitals, teaching English, mentoring street children, caring for children at orphanages, and assisting with HIV/AIDS awareness programs. Human rights volunteers may assist case workers at refugee centers, carry out peer education training, conduct monitoring and evaluation of community based interventions, or get involved in a range of other projects.

Highlights

Connect-123 program highlights:

- A placement coordinator who specializes in your field of interest to guide you through the application process, giving you insight into local opportunities and placing you in a position that suits your specific skills and experience.
- All the information you need to plan your trip and prepare for life in Cape Town
- Secure, central housing, with easy access to our on-the-ground staff
- Substantial local support, from providing logistical assistance to career and personal mentoring to hands-on help in case of an emergency
- Regular social and cultural activities to help you meet other volunteers and experience all that Cape Town has to offer.

Cape Town Highlights:

Cape Town is rated as one of the most beautiful cities in the world and for good reason: few cities are home to white sandy beaches, scenic hiking trails, spectacular ocean views and a 3,563 foot mountain!

Cape Town has something for everyone. Nature lovers can explore national parks, picturesque botanical gardens, historic winelands, and endless stretches of the Atlantic and Indian Ocean coasts. Adventure-seekers can sail, paraglide, surf, bungee jump, shark cage dive, sandboard, cycle, climb, run, paddle, and swim their way around the Western Cape at any time of the year. Culture-vultures can explore Cape Town's interesting political history, experience the art forms of its diverse cultures and learn more about social change and development in a new democracy. For socialites and foodies there are world-class restaurants, friendly locals and a vibrant nightlife.

With so much to do and see in Cape Town and South Africa, we're always happy to provide advice on how to plan your adventure.

Qualifications

Connect-123 volunteer positions are tailor-made for students, graduates, and professionals in any field. Based on your specific interests and goals, we will find a unique opportunity where you can contribute your valuable skills.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

1,595

Cost Includes:

• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• Registration fees
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

Connect-123's program fee includes the following:

- facilitating a volunteer experience in Cape Town that specifically meets your needs
- arranging secure, high quality, centrally located accommodation based on your budget
- assisting with local transport, from providing advice on public transport routes to arranging long-term car hire
- airport meet and greet service
- a complete South Africa preparation and orientation information pack
- a comprehensive orientation on arrival and free ticket for a guided city bus tour, that highlights all that Cape Town has to offer
- advice and mentoring before, during, and after your stay
- access to our social program and discounts on tourist activities
- 24/7 emergency support and hands-on assistance

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

18+

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Group living
• Independent living

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Phone/Video Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

one week

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network

Connect-123 Internship & Volunteer Programs's Mission Statement

Connect-123 facilitates international internship and volunteer positions, linking students and graduates with hands-on learning opportunities in Argentina, China, Ireland, South Africa and Spain for personal and career development. We work across a wide range of fields including business, education, health care, human rights, journalism, social work, and sustainable development and, through our unique consulting process, aim to match the right person to the right local organization, creating equal value for both. Our local knowledge, commitment and passion for what we do ensures that participants feel fully supported and helps them to make the most of their experience abroad.

Year Founded

2005