Description

Founded in 1984, this Brazilian nonprofit organization operates on behalf of children and adolescents at social risk, ages 6 to 18 years old. The association is maintained through cooperative arrangements with national and international, corporate donors and civil society. The project works in a preventive way- its performance is focused on community work and offers educational activities such as art, music, sports and recreation for children and adolescents coming from poor communities and neighborhoods near the center. Because the schools are overrun, kids only attend classes either in the morning or the afternoon. Free classes are offered at the community center to keep the kids off the streets. Currently, the organization teaches over 400 children at some point during the week, and there are long waitlists for all of the classes. Volunteers are needed to coach sports, teach music and dance, tutor English students, help with gardening, and assist in the computer lab. There are a few capacity building classes available for adult training as well.

Highlights

This placement includes accommodations with a homestay family in Rio, and the center is along the train route.

Qualifications

Everyone has something to offer, and no specific education or experience is required. If volunteers have an interest in teaching art, sewing, music, sports, cooking or English there are placements specifically needing those skills.

Intern Types

• Development
• Education
• English as a Second Language

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

starts at USD 1,310

Cost Includes:

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

Program Fees Include:

In addition, the program in Rio includes:
* Airport pick-up and accommodations with a local family.
* Host families live in nicer neighborhoods,
* Have full western style amenities,
* Provide breakfast and dinner daily.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

There is no typical ELI volunteer. We work with people from all over the world and a variety of backgrounds. ELI has placed volunteers ranging in age from 18-81. Successful volunteers are flexible, upbeat, energetic, and inquisitive. They are interested in cultural immersion, and they are passionate about travel!

Age Range

18-81

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Other
• Phone/Video Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

ELI-Experiential Learning International's Mission Statement

ELI's full name, Experiential Learning International, reflects our philosophy. We believe that the most compelling life lessons come through experience, and that international experiences are among the most profound influences on our sense of self and our view of the world. ELI facilitates flexible international learning programs for independent travelers by partnering with local organizations to give participants the opportunity to experience and contribute to sustainable ongoing local projects throughout the world.

Year Founded

2001