Description

Cultural Embrace partners with local humanitarian organizations to share more knowledge about the people and culture in Latin America. Our goals are to assist the at-need and at-risk communities and to improve their standards of living. By contributing your time, energy and passion to others, you will gain a memorable and meaningful experience while traveling abroad.

Highlights

Volunteering in Latin America Offers:
* An unforgettable experience helping and improving Latin American communities
* An opportunity to broaden your perspective and worldview
* An opportunity to participate in and learn local cultural activities (e.g. language, crafts, dancing)
* Memorable travel experiences with the chance to see exotic sites you have always dreamed about
* The ability to make lifelong friends from around the globe
* A valuable work experience that strengthens your resume, exhibiting your diligence, independence, and intercultural experiences
* A great way to develop and support your self-confidence and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

You must be at least 18 years of age, or with adult consent. Enjoy providing service and working with others. Capable to live and work in basic and sparse conditions. Spanish knowledge preferred.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Varies

Program Fees Include:

* Pre-arranged Volunteer Project
* Housing
* Most meals
* Language Lessons at many countries
* Comprehensive Insurance
* Arrival Assistance
* Training/Orientation
* Bi-Lingual Pre-departure and Local Support

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

Volunteers that share the compassion of helping others and trying to improve the lives of others while gaining a new perspective on their own.

Age Range

Minimum age 18 or with parent consent

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Group living
• Home-stays
• Independent living

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Phone/Video Interview
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Resume
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

2 weeks-1 year

Post Services Include

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Cultural Embrace's Mission Statement

Our mission is to encourage people to recognize and appreciate cultural diversity. We believe that visiting a place firsthand allows one to truly experience the authenticity of a culture and develop his/her own impressions. Our goals are to provide quality service and opportunities for people to explore their world and enlighten their eyes, mind and heart. Traveling is a reciprocated flow of communication and interaction between people...the more you seek, the more you learn. "Discover the Similarities - Share the Differences"