Description

Even though the devastating 2004 Boxing Bay tsunami is now becoming a distant memory for many, its legacy remains, and much work needs to be done. Join a group of volunteers and contribute to Developing World Connections long-term commitment to reconstruction of Sri Lanka. Volunteers assist with the construction of homes and sustainable development facilities in the Tangalle region. At work, you can expect to do anything construction related, be it bending rebar, moving dirt, putting up a roof or painting.

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. Participants may choose to spend time afterwards exploring some of the most beautiful scenery, exotic sites and rich cultural heritage of Sri Lanka.

Qualifications

No training or special skills are required.

Type of Programs

• Community Service / Volunteerism
• Adventure Travel

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

2,000 CDN

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• Registration fees
• Travel while in host country
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

The cost of a two week international volunteer experience in Sri Lanka is 2,000 CDN. Cost includes food, in-country transportation, 2 - 3 star level accommodation and project and program expenses. Included in that cost is a 500 CDN direct project donation. This cost does not include airfare. However, the entire cost of an international volunteer experience paid through Developing World Connections, including airfare, is eligible for a charitable tax receipt in Canada and/or U.S.

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

Post Services Include

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

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