Description

Volunteer Abroad in Nicaragua! Located in the heart of Granada, the youth center provides meals and a wide variety of educational and vocational program for the needy youth of the region. Volunteers can get involved in a variety of tasks including:

* Sports
* Arts
* Music/drama
* Computers
* English instruction
* Meal preparation

Each placement depends on when you decide to go, your particular area of interest, your qualifications, what particular organization has openings for interns.

All programs require a 2-week minimum time commitment and can last up to 6 months.

Highlights

* Work and live in the a beautiful Spanish colonial town of Granada, right off of Lake Nicaragua
* Live with a local host family
* Learn Spanish (optional)
* Explore the local region by enjoying hikes, cultural programming, and visits to nature reserves (optional)

Qualifications

* Must be at least 18 years of age
* Must speak Spanish at a Low-Intermediate level
* Must be flexible, creative, and able to work with limited resources

Languages

• Spanish

Cost in US$:

Varies by duration. Contact us for details.

Cost Includes:

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

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.

Age Range

18 and up

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays
• Guest House

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Written Application
• Resume

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