Description

Within South Africa's education policy promoting equal education to all, the area of computer technology is sadly overlooked, excluding poorer communities from becoming computer literate and further reducing employment opportunities that could allow them to escape from their poverty.

This amazing project, with sponsorship from Microsoft, now has 4 computer labs, with over 150 computers teaching over 1000 children of the Wild Coast from pre-school to high-school age.

In order to continue its amazing work this project needs more volunteers in 2011. We are urgently recruiting volunteers with basic computer skills to join this fantastic project and equip children with the skills they need to succeed in the future.

Highlights

Activities on this project not only include working in computer labs, volunteers will also become involved with running weekly art clubs and afternoon sports training, as well as get involved with both environmental educational and development in the schools and occasional maintenance work as part of the commitment to aesthetic improvement in schools.

Whether you are based in Cape Town, Port Albert or St Lucia, you are never far away from a stunning beach, a host of adventure or a cultural community of indigenous people. Our volunteer houses provide the opportunity to relax and unwind after a hard day's work and the weekends offer adrenaline sports, the opportunity to spot Africa's magnificent wildlife, the chance to take part in community sports games or just enjoy a typical South African Braii.

Qualifications

While the project requires no formal experience, volunteers will need to have existing a minimum of basic computer skills. Those who have worked with children before or in an educational setting are very welcome. As projects like this have many needs and with children's needs changing each day the adaptability of volunteers to help in different situations is key to the project, as well as the enthusiasm and energy to work in a highly motivated team and high energy children.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Please visit the website for costs.

Cost Includes:

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

Program Fees Include:

* Accommodation: Shared room in a volunteer house.
* Food: 3 meals a day.
* Weekly laundry service.
* Airport pick up and drop off.
* Training: Pre-departure information pack, on-site orientation and project induction provided.
* Daily transfers to and from your project.
* Free use of boogie boards and canoes. Reduced rates for surfing lessons and board hire.
* Support: On-site coordinator providing 24 hour support.
* Activities: Staff help organise weekend activities. (Activity price may be extra)

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

A Kaya volunteer shows enthusiasm, spirit and life to stimulate and bring something new to the local residents; love, patience and a listening ear for the people; and a good motivator with a positive and optimistic attitude.

Age Range

Must be more than 18 years old.

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

Kaya Responsible Travel's Mission Statement

Kaya's mission is to promote sustainable social, environmental and economic development, empower communities and cultivate educated, compassionate global citizens through responsible travel.

Year Founded

2008