Description

Youth Challenge International (YCI) is recruiting a team of six volunteers between the ages of 18 and 35 with diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds for an eight-week youth development project in Guyana from July 2 to August 27, 2012.

This exciting opportunity will include a pre-project distance-learning program, followed by an intensive eight-week placement in Guyana. While in Guyana, you will work with YCIs partner, Youth Challenge Guyana, to further the reach and relevance of their youth development program.

Key Project Activities May Include:
* Increase awareness of HIV/AIDS, STIs, sexual health and general hygiene of young people age 12-30.
* Mobilize young people and conduct sensitization workshops on health using community resources.
* Conduct HIV/AIDS awareness and information sessions in conjunction with local youth.
* Conduct hygiene awareness and information sessions in conjunction with local youth.
* Increase the numerical and literacy skills of young people and adults in the local community.
* Work with in-school youth to design and implement an after-school literacy program.
* In collaboration with local teachers and youth, develop culturally appropriate teaching aids to assist teachers.
* Conduct basic literacy training for out-of-school youth outside of normal working hours.

Highlights

* Youth to Youth Development
* Grassroots programs
* Programs are driven by Partner Organization
* 20 Years of Experience in Volunteer Sending

Qualifications

* Experience in facilitation and community mobilization, preferably with youth.
* Educational background or experience in community development, social science, physical education, teaching, nursing, health sciences or gender studies.
* Training, experience or interest in business, NGO management, monitoring and evaluation, and/or international development.
* Previous experience teaching English or literacy.
* Experience or interest leading health discussions; good knowledge of or willingness to learn about HIV/AIDS and other STIs.
* Experience working with at-risk, marginalized and/or indigenous populations an asset.
* Training or understanding of gender issues.
* Proven effectiveness or willingness to work in cross-cultural settings.
* Prior overseas experience an asset.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

3,600

Cost Includes:

• Emergency evacuation services
• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Medical insurance
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

* Preparatory support and pre-project distance learning
* In-country training
* Modest local accommodations and food
* In-country work-related travel
* Comprehensive medical and evacuation insurance

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

Typically, YCI volunteers are interested in working in International Development. Most of our volunteers are looking to gain first hand experience as a career stepping stone. Many are students in their Junior or Senior years but many are recent graduates as well.

Age Range

18-35

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 4-6

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Phone/Video Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

2-3 weeks

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network

Youth Challenge International's Mission Statement

Building Communities and Leaders through Global Youth Development.

Year Founded

1989