Description

Have you ever wanted to travel, volunteer & experience other cultures, but didn't know how or where to go? Global Humanitarian Adventures (GHA) has the answer.

Working in partnership with several service agencies, we provide endless volunteer opportunities in Panama for all budgets & interests. Regardless of your time, talents, or treasures - GHA has a place for you either in the magnificent mountains of Boquete or the sun-kissed islands of Bocas del Toro. Whether you are looking to work in the areas of - childcare, education, skills training for adults, community clean-up, indigenous needs, climate change as it affects agriculture, medical services, disaster relief, or even helping build safe playgrounds...GHA has an opportunity for you in "The Volunteer Revolution."

Programs:

Extended Stay
The "Extended Stay" is for those who plan to stay for a while. Placements are from 2-24 weeks. Participants must be self-motivated, independent & flexible. As needs are continuously changing, our volunteers must be able to handle such situations. Once a volunteer is placed in a particular project, it becomes their responsibility. (changing programs after being placed takes additional time & resources.)

Campus Break
The "Campus Break" expeditions are for those traveling during university holidays and wish to combine a volunteer service experience with some fun and adventure. These expeditions are planned by our staff to run during major campus breaks throughout the year. Please contact us today to create your experience.

For a full list of programs please see our website.

Highlights

Do you want to spend your entire trip at the beach? If so, then come spend your time with us on "Volunteer Island" in Bocas Del Toro, Panama. Here you will experience Survivor style living while benefiting the local communities by providing services in the following areas: conservation, construction, health provision, and community development. You will also have the opportunity to experience various cultural and island based adventure activities such as: snorkeling, jungle treks, sailing, and local community events.

Qualifications

* All volunteers in Panama must be 18 years or older
* No formal qualifications required.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Extended Stay: USD 398 - 2 weeks (USD 95 each additional week) Campus Break: from USD 398 - 1 week

Program Fees Include:

A payment of USD 299 will reserve your place on the program, with the remainder of your program fee due for payment eight weeks before you begin your placement.

The fee includes, but is not limited to:
* Lodging (may be rustic at times)
* Pre-departure Orientation Materials
* Local Hike
* Social Activities
* 24/7 Staff Support

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

18+

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory
• Group living

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Global Humanitarian Adventures's Mission Statement

GHA's goal is to positively impact the world and its people by engaging volunteers in international service work. We accomplish this goal by recruiting enthusiastic volunteers from across the globe and partnering with international service agencies to serve the needs of those less fortunate. Our efforts accomplish the two part goal of providing relief and assistance to needy people of the world, while training, motivating, and empowering a new generation of active, globally-conscious citizens.

Year Founded

2007