Description

Developing World Connections volunteers who choose to have a meaningful adventure in Cambodia will work towards sustainable development side in the rural area of Kep. After 30 years of violence and oppression under the Khmer Rouge regime, Cambodians are making a valiant attempt to rebuild their communities and livelihoods and to create the foundation for a civil society. In collaboration with our host partner, Bridges Across Borders Cambodia, volunteers will support locally driven projects that involve food security, resource conservation, literacy and vocational training. One of the most satisfying projects is working side by side with locals to build 'Dream Homes' for families chosen by the community.

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 Cambodia.

Qualifications

No training or special skills required.

Type of Programs

• Community Service / Volunteerism
• Adventure Travel

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

CDN 2,000

Cost Includes:

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

Program Fees Include:

The cost of a 2 week international volunteer experience in Cambodia is $2,000 CDN. Cost includes food, in-country transportation, 2 - 3 star level accommodation and project/program expenses. Included in that cost is a $500 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: any age; 4 week student trips: 16-29 years old

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