Description

Volunteer abroad in Nicaragua. Participants in the Women's leadership training program will help with the promotion and protection of human rights among maquiladora workers, advocacy program and the micro-credit program.

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 sports, arts, music, English instruction, meal preparation and more.

Highlights

The beautiful city of Granada, located on Lake Nicaragua, retains its colonial charm. There is much to see and do in this region and there aren't many tourists to spoil the experience.

Qualifications

Good Spanish skills.

Languages

• Spanish

Cost in US$:

Varies by duration. Contact us for details.

Cost Includes:

• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

* Airport Pickup
* Accommodation
* Three Meals a Day (Except for Sunday)
* Orientation Upon Arrival
* Volunteer Work Placement
* In-country coordinator available 24/7

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

There is no typical international volunteer. We work with people from all over the world and a variety of backgrounds. We have 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 Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays
• Other

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Online Application
• Resume

International Volunteers's Mission Statement

International Volunteers is the volunteer branch of ELI Abroad, a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization, founded in 2001, that partners with organizations from around the world making a difference in their communities. We work closely with these groups to ensure that our volunteers get meaningful experiences at reasonable prices. We have something for everyone: whether you want to teach in Ghana, work in an orphanage in Nepal, animal rescue in the rainforest of Ecuador, medical clinic in South India, or study in a university in Buenos Aires.

Year Founded

2001