Description

Sri Lanka is the centre of Buddhist culture. Here our volunteers teach English to adorable Lankan Monks. The monks range in age from 7 to 18 years. Volunteers work in a temple/school for Buddhist Monks in either Galle or Kosgoda located about 100 km south of Colombo. Volunteers will teach about 4 hrs/day and with weekends free. The volunteers aid in the development of their spoken English which further creates self-confidence. You need not be an English Major. Basic English lessons such as common sentences will encourage them to use the language more often. You can offer the local staff assistance with teaching methods and activities. The more the children are immersed in English the more ease they will gain in speaking it.

Volunteer's Activities:

* Teaching English
* Playing with and caring for the children
* Teaching art
* Teaching rhymes and songs
* Teaching and learning about Buddhism

Highlights

Sri Lanka is a small island, off the coast of southern India. According to local legend, the mainland mourned the loss off this beautiful island so much that it took on the shape of a tear drop. With its unique natural environment we can understand why this legend as survived. Although it is a small country, help is required and Helping Hand Community can assist in organising volunteer work. Volunteer work can offer a unique way to experience the culture while making a meaningful contribution.

Qualifications

* Motivation and commitment required ( no specific qualification or skills)
* Should have an interest and love for the children
* Open-mindedness

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Cost starts from USD 90 ; USD 90 per additional week

Program Fees Include:

* Airport pick-up
* Transfer to hostel or host family
* Accommodations and food (3 meals a day with a local family)
* Transport to project (one-way)
* Support from local staffs
* Project donations
* Regular visit (1-2 week intervals)
* Supervision of local staffs

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

48 hours

Volunteering Activity's Mission Statement

The most reliable and affordable volunteer program in India and Nepal working with the children at the orphanages, schools, Monasteries, HIV/Adis, Hospitals and women. Volunteering Activity provides you a fantastic volunteering opportunity for individuals, couples, groups, students and experts. Volunteering with volunteering Activity, you will experience spicy culture of India and unmatched achievement for a life time. Our programs are available 12 months a year.

Year Founded

2008