Description

Orphans are deprived of many opportunities necessary for their emotional, mental and academic development. Through education and compassion, children are empowered to challenge a life of further poverty and exploitation. World Endeavors volunteers focus on educational training which consists primarily of English language classes. Volunteers' active participation in programs such as health education, games, drawing, and painting is encouraged. With such a variety of ways to participate, the orphanage experience provides volunteers many meaningful ways to approach service.

World Endeavors offers an exciting program that allows participants to experience Costa Rica in a meaningful way while contributing to its future. Volunteer and study Spanish with World Endeavors in Atenas, Costa Rica in important projects like Orphanage Assistance.

Highlights

Atenas is a quaint town located in the central highlands roughly 45 minutes from the capital city of San Jose. The town of roughly 5,000 is made up of many surrounding communities that base their livelihood on growing coffee, oranges and mangos. Costa Rican history, tradition and culture are deeply rooted here. Atenas is very clean and picturesque with a laid-back atmosphere.

Upon arrival in Costa Rica, volunteers are met at the airport and taken to their host family's home in Atenas. They will receive an orientation that will familiarize them with Atenas and the surrounding area, the Costa Rican culture and their program. For placements of one-month or longer, participants will receive two weeks of Spanish language training.

Once the placement begins, participants will receive an additional mini-orientation at the project site that focuses on project opportunities and responsibilities. For those doing two to three week programs Spanish instruction may be added on to your program prior to leaving or on-site. For those doing 1 month programs additional Spanish instruction may be added as well.

Qualifications

Volunteers must have: English language fluency, a desire to help the people of Costa Rica, flexibility, self-motivation, openness to a new culture and a willingness to learn. Spanish language skills are helpful but not required.

Languages

• English
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

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Program Fees Include:

- Pre-departure packet to prepare you for your placement
- World Endeavors support for any of your pre-trip questions
- In-country travel coordination
- Accommodations (3 meals per day with a local family)
- Support from local World Endeavors representatives
- 2 weeks of Spanish language training (for programs 4 weeks and longer)
- Cultural activities (cooking class; dance class)
- Volunteer placement
- 24X7 Emergency phone support
- Travel medical insurance

Not Included:
- Round-trip airfare to Costa Rica
- Visa expenses and airport taxes
- Personal expenses including daily transportation and food costs

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

18+

This Program is open to

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

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.