Description

Volunteers will live and work in a wonderful beach location and travel to indigenous communities to help improve the infrastructure that supports village life. Volunteers will assess the specific needs of each village, evaluating potential development solutions such as improving water security, implementing sustainable power, kindergarten and primary school support and providing environmental education. This exciting program, created in partnership with the Yasawa Trust Foundation, will enable volunteers to have an important role in the development of sustainable infrastructure across 27 villages. Volunteers will become immersed in Fijian culture and have the option to snorkel, dive and explore other island chains during their free time on the weekends.

Highlights

- Directly helping in the construction and installation of rainwater catchment systems
- Helping to improve the lives of villagers
- Initiating alternative income programs
- Volunteer in local kindergartens and schools
- Interacting with villagers and making lifelong friends
- Enjoy island hopping on stunning remote island locations
- Scuba diving and snorkeling
- Traditional ceremonies
- Climbing volcanic mountains
- Cultural immersion in the Fijian way of life
- Learning to speak Fijian

Qualifications

No previous experience or training is necessary as GVI staff are on the ground to supply second to none training and assistance throughout your program. Non-native English speakers should have near fluent use of the English language.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

2,790

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Pre-departure orientation/Training

Program Fees Include:

* Pre-departure support and discounted services
* Airport pick-up and drop off
* In-country transport as dictated by your project
* Food
* Accommodation
* Orientation and training
* In country 24 hour support
* GVI's 24 hour emergency phone
* A traditional Fijian Sevusevu ceremony and village visit

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

over 18

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 20

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

1-2 weeks

GVI's Mission Statement

Global Vision International aims to promote the advancement of sustainable development through the creation of partnerships, promotion of local and global education, opportunities and via direct financial support. GVI remains committed to its local partners by ensuring they receive full credit for any research undertaken or achievements reached.

Year Founded

1998