Description

Indigenous women in the rural areas of Guatemala often lead tough, hardscrabble lives marked by alcoholism, poverty, and depression. Trends like the erosion of native culture and racial discrimination have negatively impacted indigenous women. Several social workers and social organizations in Guatemala have been working to provide basic economic, family and health education to rural women from native communities. Through volunteering with World Endeavors, one can make a difference in the lives and development of women by donating their time and expertise to ongoing social initiatives. These initiatives give women the tools and opportunity to improve themselves and their family's economic and social conditions.

World Endeavors volunteers assist a local social worker in providing workshops for indigenous women. The workshops focus on a variety of subjects, including: human rights, women's rights, reproductive health, cooking, handicrafts, and economic development. Volunteers with specialized skills are welcome to share their expertise.

Highlights

Upon arrival in Guatemala, participants are met at the airport and transported to their volunteering location. They will receive an orientation to familiarize them with the town and the surrounding area, Guatemalan culture, and their volunteer program.

Participants will stay with local Guatemalan host families. Host families are very welcoming and enjoy having visitors stay with them. All host family accommodation includes 3 meals per day. Living in a host family setting is the best way to practice your Spanish, and participants frequently make friendships that can last a lifetime.

Qualifications

Volunteers of both genders are encouraged to participate. Minimum to intermediate Spanish proficiency is required.

Intern Types

• Development
• Family and Home Studies
• Human Rights
• Social Work
• Women's Studies

Languages

• English
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

Please see our website for more information.

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Language instruction
• Written materials pre-departure

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

18 and older.

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Written Application
• Resume
• Phone/Video Interview

World Endeavors's Mission Statement

World Endeavors is a provider of unique international volunteer, internship, and study programs. Our mission is to become a catalyst for positive change in our community and the world through quality international programs.