Description

Our partners serve the poorest and most vulnerable people in their communities. They are continually striving to improve their work, and volunteers and interns help make that happen. Community Development refers to activities that help build capacity and create the building blocks for lasting change. It encompasses a wide variety of tasks.

Your Role
At present FORUDEF provides care to 100 orphans, yet 700 orphans in need of care have been identified in Buea. FORUDEF provides care to orphans by providing gifts, basic food items, educational items for those of school age, health care (de-worming the kids), and counseling services as appropriate. Previously, this program was funded in large-part by the Cameroon Government. Currently, activities have decreased; despite growing need funding is limited.

Examples of Activities:
* Search for potential donors
* Update orphan database
* Write funding proposals
* Distribute items to orphans and vulnerable children when available
* Provide psycho-social care (counseling inclusive)
* Report

Qualifications

A background in nursing and psychology are advantageous for this position. This position requires that the intern/volunteers has knowledge of potential donors and be able to solicit for funds for orphans and vulnerable children. The skill in project proposal writing is essential.

Intern Types

• Psychology
• Nursing
• Counseling

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Starts at USD700 for one week

Cost Includes:

• Housing
• In-country staff support
• Registration fees
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

Pre-departure support: You will have a staff member available to support you throughout your time preparing to go abroad. In addition, you will be provided with all the resources you need including your Pre-Departure Manual & Culture Matters Workbook. The pre-departure manual includes all information you need regarding your destination, as well as advice on blogging and fundraising. The Culture Matters Workbook is a self-study course focused on:
- Culture shock
- Issues power and race
- Managing politics, religion, and gender
- Working effectively in a cross-cultural setting
- Preparing to reintegrate as you return home
- Transportation to and from the airport
- Accommodation (single or double occupancy in shared apartment in self catering apartment)
- Laundry, cleaning, and one African meal provided weekly
- Organization placement
- Reference letter and/or compliance with your college or university for course credit (Upon request; 90USD fee applies for students obtaining course credit)

What's not Included
- Food
- Airfare
- Insurance
- Vaccinations
- Local transportation
- Pocket money

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Organizational Development
• Orphans

Typical Volunteer

College & university students or recent grads. A background in psychology or experience working with children is advantageous for this position. Typical Volunteer Hours: Typically volunteers have an average 9-5 weekday schedule. Volunteers may be needed evenings and weekends. You can take long weekends to travel and explore Cameroon, just let your supervisor know in advance. We know that you are volunteering your valuable time. Therefore, if you would like to volunteer for less hours, this is ok. You can arrange this with your supervisor once in Cameroon. In sum, your schedule at the orphanage can be flexible, you just need to ensure you communicate the schedule you would like to have with your supervisor.

Age Range

18+

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Guest House

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Scholarships are Available

Media Matters Award We offer awards of up to 300 USD to defray the costs of volunteering abroad. Applicants must demonstrate a desire to contribute to our online community in the long term through various forms of media. Types of media include but are not limited to blogging, photography, online articles, and video content. Other forms of media which can be transferred for viewing online, for example painting, drawing, and sketching, are also possible. We welcome innovative ideas. Successful applicants have a clear and well-organized plan regarding what media they will create, and demonstrate a commitment and proven ability to complete their media project. Application Deadlines: March 15th, June 15th, September 15th, December 15th

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

3 days

The Humanity Exchange's Mission Statement

To provide exceptional international exchange experiences, that foster globally minded conscientious leaders and contribute to development in cooperation with local communities.

Year Founded

2009