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Trusted Community Programs in South Africa
Volunteering in a social context allows you to work with children and vulnerable communities throughout South Africa. You will really make a difference in the lives of those less fortunate. Social volunteering will place you in children’s homes, schools, and local groups, devoting your time and energy to making a difference in the community. Projects in this category are run by individuals and...
Volunteering in a social context allows you to work with children and vulnerable communities throughout South Africa. You will really make a difference in the lives of those less fortunate. Social volunteering will place you in children’s homes, schools, and local groups, devoting your time and energy to making a difference in the community. Projects in this category are run by individuals and organizations committed to making a difference and who believe the future of our society lies in working together. We further offer community development programs and conservation programs. There is a wonderful African proverb that states, “It takes a village to raise a child”. We all need to be part of supporting our future leaders.
Program Highlights
Contribute your time and skills through Good Hope Volunteers, a local, leading and independent provider of meaningful, handpicked volunteer projects.
Benefit from our more than 15 years of experience in supporting only volunteer projects that make a true difference in communities throughout South Africa.
Receive assistance and guidance throughout your stay from our volunteer coordinators.
Choose the right project through detailed descriptions, photos, videos, and testimonials.
Join our projects that depend on outside support and are situated in areas suitable for international volunteers.
Quick Details
- South Africa
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- Childcare & Children
- Community Centers
- Community Development
- Education
- English Teaching
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- All Nationalities
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This trip is incredible!!
by: Yuxi Liang - ChinaProgram: Trusted Community Programs in South AfricaThe month in South Africa is really beyond my exception. I thought it may be boring or difficult to spend this month, but this trip is incredible!!! I was kind of stressful because of last school year and some tests, the time in Africa gave me a time get rid of the pressures and even all the technologies. There was no signal and sometimes the electricity didn’t work. I’m so pleasure to live there for that month. The kids were nice and patient to help me to skate and play with me, the local people took care of me, and there were always people there to teach me how to do gardening work and take me to the river for a walk. I planted my own vegetable in the small garden! Before I went to Africa, I had never woke up at 4 a.m. to hike to the mountaintop for the sunrise and spend the whole afternoon read by the river. There are so many things I would like to share with you that the trip and the people there are wonderful! I won’t forget the wonderful time in South Africa. Thank for the help from Vanessa and Bridget.

Learnd a lot
by: Jasmin Pfluger - SwitzerlandProgram: Trusted Community Programs in South AfricaIt was a very good experience for me. I learned a lot about the people how they live there, about the culture and how blessed I am in Switzerland. I had issues with the communication between Hulda/ Raymond, the schools and me. What I really loved was to work with the kids. They are amazing and mad my day better. Sometimes the facilities/ infrastructure were a little bit difficult at the schools. One school don't have a field where we could play and the teachers from the school complaint, when we played to close to the class rooms but I had no other choice. In the school I felt save but not on the football field. Thats why I decided to go only in the morning to the schools. I skipped the afternoon at the field. Hulda and Raymond do a great job and I know it is not easy. They also have great ideas but have not the time to implement the new ideas. I enjoyed to work at the schools but I also think I payed to much for the whole program. For me could be more P.E. classes in the morning because sometimes I had only 2x 40min and then we were done. I had a lot of lessons they were skipe because of different reasons. I learned a lot about myself and the difference between the countries. I think for me it was a good opportunity.
Great experience
by: Vero P - AustriaProgram: Trusted Community Programs in South AfricaBeing part of "the Surfer Kids" was such an amazing experience. The program really has a great impact on the kids and teaches them valuable life skills. Spending time with the kids and getting to know them was incredible and I also got to improve my surfing skills. I can definitely recommend it!!
Program Details
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Locations
- South Africa
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Childcare & Children
- Community Centers
- Community Development
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- In-Country Transportation To & From Project
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Online Application
Frequently Asked Questions
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