Description

Participants will be actively involved in teaching adults and K-12 students. Health care professionals will see clinical, surgical, nutrition, maternity and child care areas.

The school year in Peru is March to December.

Active participation with the community of 600 families is expected.

Highlights

Opportunity to improve your Spanish skills, live and share experiences in a new cultural environment. Many grad and undergrad students come to Yantalo with a pre-approved project from their College or University, which may or may not have value for credits.

MDs will find unique cases of tropical diseases!

Qualifications

Health care and education professionals and/or university students. A letter of introduction or reference, plus a copy of Curriculum Vitae. Must volunteer for a minimum of 8 dates. Range 8 days to 12 weeks.
MDs, RNs, DDs, English, Art, Music, Sport teachers are welcome. Students of architecture, landscape design and computer sciences are welcome.

Minimum Education

Associates

Languages

• Spanish
• English

Cost in US$:

USD 2,500

Cost Includes:

• Excursions
• Food
• Housing
• International travel

Program Fees Include:

International transportation ranges from USD 900 to USD 1500 depending on your city of origin.

Accommodations at family homes at USD 1 per night. Meals range from 6 to 10 USD per day.

Other personal expenses not included.

Salary/Pay

A true cultural experience. Credits via the College or University of the participant.

Experience Required

yes

No. However experience on international travel is a plus

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

Spends at least 2 hours with students K-12. Some like to work in construction projects. Organize small groups of HS students and parents to discuss Community issues, Hygiene, Preventive Medicine, etc.

Age Range

18 to 70

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays
• Independent living

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Resume
• Written Application

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

Yantalo Peru Foundation's Mission Statement

The Foundation is devoted to delivering outstanding quality programs in the areas of Health, Education and Culture to help meet he needs of the people of Yantalo in the Peruvian Amazon Jungle. Our goal is to create a long-term and sustainable positive impact through serious and active participation of the community and volunteers who share our vision and commitment to work with integrity, creativity and accountability.

Year Founded

2005