Description

Swaziland has the highest rate of HIV and AIDS in the world. The AIDS pandemic has ravaged the country creating a generation of child-led families and orphans. This experience offers incredible satisfaction by substantially improving the quality of life for families that have been devastated by HIV/AIDS. Our host partner, S.O.S. Childrens Villages, has been caring for children around the world since 1949 and operates three childrens villages in Swaziland. You will help build much needed community centers and sustainable housing for child-led families.

Highlights

Volunteers benefit from working in a group, which offers the sense of team work and group accomplishment. Volunteers work with and alongside locals. By working together, one benefits from a real sense of global citizenship and solidarity. All experiences are led by an experienced team leader who helps facilitate the experience. Volunteers benefit from the lasting friendships developed and from the life changing impact of such a unique and meaningful experience. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to experience African culture and see exotic scenery and wildlife.

Qualifications

No training or special skills required.

Type of Programs

• Adventure Travel
• Community Service / Volunteerism

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

2,000 CDN

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• Registration fees
• Travel while in host country

Program Fees Include:

The cost of a 2 week international volunteer experience in Swaziland is 2,000 CDN. Cost includes food, in-country transportation, 3 star level accommodation and project and program expenses. Included in that cost is a CDN500 direct project donation. This does not include airfare. However, the entire cost of an international volunteer experience paid through Developing World Connections, including flights, is 100% tax deductible.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

Anyone with an open mind, an adventurous spirit, and a caring soul. Families. Singles. Couples. Adults. Youth. We have had volunteers range in age from 9 to 83 years old and their backgrounds have been as different as their ages. No special skills are required and if you have physical limitations, you can work according to your ability.

Age Range

1-2 week short-term trips: all ages; 4 week student trips: 16-29 year olds

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Other

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 5-30

Application Process Involves

• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

one day

Developing World Connections's Mission Statement

It is our mission to be a conduit for hope and to make a positive difference in the world. We exist to connect regular, everyday people with communities in the developing world to work alongside each other while making a real and lasting impact for the benefit for our entire global community.

Year Founded

2004