Description

Volunteers working in the China Orphanage program are needed to provide care for the disadvantaged children. Volunteers role is to make the children's lives at the orphanage more enjoyable and lend a helping hand to the staff. Besides assisting the staff in the daily chores, volunteers give love and individual attention to each child.

As a volunteer working in this project, you will be asked to help in a wide range of activities at the orphanage depending on the age group of children and the needs of the project.

Volunteers mostly help the staff with basic care duties during the day but during certain times when the work is less structured you can play with the children. Volunteers generally work for 4-5 hrs in a day for five days in a week.

On the weekends, volunteers are free to travel around Beijing and explore the different night markets and historical museums.

Program Information

During your Free Time
Volunteers are free on weekends and have time to explore the city and its tourist areas. Beijing has an efficient public transportation system which includes the subway, buses and taxis. The most popular tourist spots are Tianamen Square, Great Wall of China (1.5 hour bus ride from the city), Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, National Museum, Summer Palace and Silk Market.

What we Provide

Airport Pickup: Volunteers are picked up from the Beijing Capital International Airport by the local coordinator.

Orientation: All volunteers are provided with an orientation by the local coordinator before starting their project work. The Orientation session covers areas like local transportation, volunteer safety, project introduction and local markets.

Lodging: Volunteers are provided accommodation in a youth hostel within the heart of Beijing. The youth hostel has a very convenient location and is located just outside the Tuanjiehu Station Subway Line 10, which is very convenient for the volunteers for going to the projects. The hostel has facilities such as air conditioning, dining area, kitchen area to cook your own meals, internet facility and hot showers. Accommodation is provided on a sharing basis with other volunteers. Individual room can also be arranged at extra charges. Please visit the Photo Gallery to view the Accommodation photos.

Project Drop: All volunteers are dropped to their projects on the first day of the program. After that, volunteers need to commute in between their project and accommodation.

Insurance: All participants are covered for full comprehensive Travel and Medical insurance for their time of stay in our project. To view a copy of the Insurance Coverage provided, please visit our site.

In-country support: 24 hours support provided by our local staff. You will be provided with the contact details of the local coordinator and staff who will be contactable 24 hrs once you are in country.

Pre-departure information: After we receive full and final payment all participants are provided by a pre-departure information booklet by e-mail which will have all vital information about your program. The Pre-Departure Information Booklet provides the complete details of the country, project locations, Visas, Immunizations, Things to Pack list, Accommodations, Contact Information etc.

Highlights

Project Location
The project placement is located in the capital city of Beijing. The city is the political, educational and cultural centre of the country and as such it is rich in historical sites and important government and cultural institutions. Having hosted the Olympics in 2008, the city now boasts of great infrastructure and is now one of the most visited tourist locations in China.

During your Free Time
Volunteers are free on weekends and have time to explore the city and its tourist areas. Beijing has an efficient public transportation system which includes the subway, buses and taxis. The most popular tourist spots are Tianamen Square, Great Wall of China (1.5 hour bus ride from the city) , Forbidden City , Temple of Heaven , National Museum, Summer Palace and Silk Market.

Qualifications

Volunteers must be 17 years or older at the beginning of the program. Volunteers should be open to working in a new culture and environment and should love working with kids.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Starting USD 450

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Medical insurance
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• Registration fees

Program Fees Include:

What are you Paying For?
* 24 hrs Assistance and support from VS Staff
* Comprehensive Pre- Departure Information
* Airport Pickup
* Orientation
* Accommodation
* Travel & Medical Insurance

What's not Included?
* Airfare
* Meals
* Visa and Visa extension fee
* Airport drop, airport taxes
* Local Transportation
* Any personal expenses

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Childcare/children
• Disability Issues
• Orphans
• Volunteering

Age Range

16 +

This Program is open to

American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Guest House

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume

Typically The Application Process Time is

2-8 weeks

Volunteering Solutions's Mission Statement

Our Mission is to provide Meaningful and fully researched volunteer programs abroad. Benefit local communities by providing volunteer support. To strengthen the travel experience by providing cross cultural experiences to our volunteers. Use the funds and develop the communities and people we work with.

Year Founded

2006