Description

Esteli, where volunteers will be based, is located 150km north of the capital Managua in the Segovia Mountains. Working alongside community leaders, GVI have built and started a school in La Thompson and are funding and developing education programs and 'aulas abiertas' (open classes) to assist children and adults who otherwise may not have the opportunity for any formal education or who need reinforcement. By assisting on these long-term placements volunteers provide continuity at the schools which greatly aids the students' development.

Every 3 months volunteers will have 2 weeks holiday to relax or travel around Nicaragua and other countries in Central America. Additional opportunities are available through GVI to help you make the most of your time on the program; such as horseback riding, hikes and a visit to Miraflor Natural Reserve. 40 hours of one-on-one Spanish classes are also available and are a great way to kick start your program.

How does this program make a difference?

In rural Nicaragua, education and literacy levels are still depressingly low, despite having a 'Year of Literacy' in 1980 when the FSLN (Frente Sandinista de Liberacion Nacional) government concentrated on tackling the country's high levels of illiteracy. In the rural communities we aim to help around Esteli, the present day problems with education are due to economic constraints and a lack of teaching materials and teachers themselves. The large majority of families rely on agriculture, and with the country's changeable climate and erratic harvests, poverty levels are extremely high. There is a huge need for help within these communities where the local understaffed schools are sometimes an hour's walk from the children homes.

Highlights

* Work in the heart of a Nicaraguan community
* Teach children and adults
* Learn Spanish (optional)
* Explore the local region by enjoying hikes, horse treks and visits to nature reserves

Qualifications

No special training or qualifications are required as all training will be provided in the field.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

USD 7,990 for 9 months

Cost Includes:

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

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

18-65

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of Maximum 2

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

1-2 weeks

Post Services Include

• Job and Internship Network

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