Description

VFP offers over 3000 affordable, short-term voluntary service projects in 100+ countries, including over 400 in France. These international voluntary service projects are an opportunity to participate in meaningful community service while living and interacting in an intercultural environment. Work projects include: construction/renovation of low-income housing or community buildings, historic preservation, archeology; environmental projects such as trail building, environmental education, wildlife surveying, park maintenance, organic farming; social services working with children, the elderly, physically or mentally handicapped, refugees, minority groups, drug/alcohol recovery, AIDS education; as well as arts projects and festivals.

Projects are available for teens, 18+ and group placements throughout the year, ranging from 2 weeks to 1 year in duration. A USD 350 per-project registration fee (USD 500 if over 18) includes accommodation and food. Transportation is arranged and paid for by the volunteer.

For summer 2012, we have 2 projects that include some travel reimbursement, 1 for teens and 1 for 18+. The amount ranges from USD 200 - 300. Please contact VFP for more information or to sign up!

Highlights

Large choice of programs and locations. Affordable intercultural immersion-volunteers from at least four countries in every program.

Qualifications

None

Type of Programs

• Community Service / Volunteerism

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

USD 350 - USD 500

Program Fees Include:

Room and Board for duration of the program.

Credit Available

yes

Salary/Pay

Travel reimbursement for some projects available.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

A typical VFP volunteer is looking for an affordable program and is motivated to join other international volunteers at community service projects abroad.

Age Range

15+

This Program is open to

American Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Dormitory

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 12

Scholarships are Available

Please visit the VFP Webpage for Additional Information.

Application Process Involves

• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

3-5 Business Days

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

Volunteers For Peace's Mission Statement

Volunteers For Peace promotes International Voluntary Service as an effective means of intercultural education, service learning and community development. We provide projects where people from diverse backgrounds can work together to help overcome the need, violence and environmental challenges facing our planet. Our projects are truly a microcosm of a world where nations join together to improve life on our planet. They are a practical way to both prevent and resolve conflict. By participating in a voluntary service project, volunteers help sow the seeds of a better future for all life on the planet.

Year Founded

1982