Description

Project Details

Despite its' prominent tourist industry Goa sees little if not any of the income generated from visitors. As a result, the region remains extremely poor and the local people in the affected areas are in need of support in education.

Volunteer work will vary based on the needs of the project at that time. You could teach at a local school, care for young children at a day care center or help with computer education, just let us know what your preference is and we'll do our best to find suitable work to suit your needs.

Mornings will usually be spent either at a day care center working with children; at a special education camp and bridge courses to children of immigrant and slum dwelling families or offering computer education to children from orphanages, groups of local women and adolescent girls.

Afternoons may involve helping out at a Girls Orphanage (women only). The Orphanage homes people from 0-80 years of age. As a volunteer you will be involved with computer education, helping with homework, playing games and organizing fun activities. You can also help out with Bridge Courses, teaching conversational English and sharing your computer skills with adolescent girls and women.

Highlights

You'll get a real taste of India on this worthwhile introductory program. Volunteer work varies, you could teach at a local school, care for young children at a day care center or help with computer education depending on your preference and the needs of the local people.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

from USD 769.00

Cost Includes:

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

Program Fees Include:

What's Included in the project

* Airport Arrival in Goa
* Accommodation
* Local transport at project locations
* Orientation on arrival
* All Meals - 3 meals a day
* On site assistance
* Extensive pre-departure information
* Assistance in setting up local support for volunteers' activities in coordination with local NGOs

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

This Program is open to

American, European, Canadian, Australian, South African, Kiwi, Worldwide and Asian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Guest House

Real Gap Experience's Mission Statement

We offer over 250 projects and travel options in over 35 countries. So whether you are interested in volunteering, community work, conservation, paid work overseas, teaching English, learning a new skill, adventure travel or sports and expeditions, you will find what you are looking for with Real Gap. Not only about we passionate about responsible travel, we also want to make sure you have a good time too! Our travel advisers have traversed the globe and taken their own gap years, so they can give you all the advice you need to plan yours. You will also get support from both our on-site and office staff who understand the needs and expectations of Real Gap travelers.

Year Founded

2005