Description

Based on the beautiful Wild Coast of South Africa, Volunteer Africa 32 Degrees South is a volunteer organization running projects in education & conservation. We not only provide volunteers with a life changing experience, but deliver real outcomes for learners in our participating rural schools and truly add value to the communities that we work alongside.

Wild Coast Rural Schools Programme

The Wild Coast Schools programme is our pioneering initiative within which we work hand in hand with learners in rural township schools to deliver basic computer literacy lessons on a daily basis. Volunteers will work in one of three Primary schools which are equipped with computer labs built & set up by previous volunteers & VA staff. The curriculum they teach is structured around an eco-schools programme which is designed to raise learners awareness of the environment and the world around them. By delivering consistent lessons the volunteers also support learners in improving their basic English skills.

In addition to the computer literacy programme volunteers run an after school sports initiative. This initiative is headed by two of our local staff Tobs & Milton who will support volunteers in running sports games & tournaments. All sports are welcome & the kids love to see volunteers outside of the classroom to run around!

In addition to our computer literacy & sports programmes, there are additional opportunities to become involved in community projects such as
*Project Clean-up
*Adult Computer Literacy Class
*Conscious Cinema
(The community development projects change regularly according to current needs in the Chintsa community).

The Wild Coast Schools Project is one of the first volunteer projects in the world to be endorsed by Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa (FTTSA). For more information on this please visit our website.

Conservation Programme at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve

The VA32 programme is based in a commercial Game Reserve on the Wild Coast of South Africa, where volunteers live and work for the duration of their stay. The project offers volunteers the opportunity to go "behind the scenes" and see the workings of a commercial game reserve.

Volunteers will partake in a range of activities that will include:
* Fence patrols for snares and other threats to wildlife
* Alien vegetation and soil erosion control
* Game counts and wildlife monitoring
* Environmental lectures and wildlife management skills
* African night out under the stars

Various other activities that may be experienced include:
* Boma building for animal release
* Game capture and release
* Animal rehabilitation work when necessary
* Game relocation

Highlights

Wild Coast Rural Schools Programme
Create real opportunities for disadvantaged children through education, commitment and compassion. Live in a lovely cottage in the beautiful coastal village of Chintsa East, with the beach on your doorstep. Enjoy diverse travel opportunities throughout South Africa over weekends or other free time.

Conservation Programme at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve
Daily interaction on a Big 5 Reserve - elephants, rhinos, lions and the infamous Cape buffalo! Sleep out under the African sky and enjoy the sounds of Mother Earth. Other highlights include elephant riding, canoeing, Indian Ocean whale and dolphin watching trip and mountain biking.

Qualifications

Wild Coast Rural Schools Programme - basic English and basic computer literacy
Conservation Programme - medium fitness levels and below 40 years of age

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

School: 1,000 and Conservation: 1,330

Cost Includes:

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

Program Fees Include:

The cost is based on a 4-week program and includes transfers, housing, food, orientation and all staff support while in South Africa.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

Vibrant, enthusiastic and a good team player

Age Range

18 - 40

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 6 - 10

Application Process Involves

• Other

Typically The Application Process Time is

1 week to confirmation

Volunteer Africa 32 degrees south's Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide proactive support to rural education and conservation initiatives on the Wild Coast of South Africa, while working in partnership with existing organizations, private sector and government.

Year Founded

2005