Description

The suffering due to HIV/AIDS in Cameroon has been devastating. Despite widespread knowledge of the existence of HIV/AIDS, stigma and misunderstandings are still widespread. It is necessary to raise awareness about how HIV is spread and the importance of getting tested.

Knowledge is power when it comes to fighting HIV. There are many ways to engage communities. For example, public awareness teams can casually speak to people in the community about HIV/AIDS, helping to make it more acceptable in everyday conversation. Campaigns using local forms of media, such as the poster on the right, encourage people to learn more. Alternatively, peer-to-peer presentations are another effective way to help raise awareness. Presentations can be delivered at conferences, in schools, workplaces, and community centres, and to youth who are living on the streets. It is important to educate people about how HIV is and is not spread, the importance of getting tested, and the options available for all those who test positive for HIV/AIDS.

Highlights

Your Role
In this position you will be an integral part educating people in the surrounding communities about HIV & AIDS. There is an ongoing campaign to educate, and to bring the myths and realities of HIV/AIDS to light. You will be educating primarily through presentations to local youth and community member in schools, community centres, motor parks, and other venues. Locally defined strategies will be employed.

Examples of Activities:
* Become familiar with the fight against HIV/AIDS as it is taking place in Cameroon
* Identify target audiences for program delivery
* Deliver HIV/AIDS awareness as member of education team
* Assist staff in raising awareness in the surrounding community

Qualifications

Background in psychology and experience in HIV AIDS education. Experience in program planning and proposal writing is an advantage. Intern must be entrepreneurial, take initiative, and be skilled in public relations.

Intern Types

• Communications
• Nursing
• Education

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Starts at USD700 for one week

Cost Includes:

• Housing
• Pre-departure orientation/Training

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

• Aids
• Community Organizing
• Education
• Public Education
• Teaching

Typical Volunteer

University & College Students. Early Career Professionals. Typical Volunteer Hours: The hours spent volunteering are quite variable. 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

• Apartment/Flat
• Guest House

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

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