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Volunteer in Community Development in Nosy Komba, Madagascar
Help improve local infrastructure for small village schools and communities on the island and surrounding areas. You will assist with building and upgrading ablution blocks, painting, performing small construction tasks, carrying out repairs and general maintenance that make buildings safer, more functional and more attractive for those who use them. Much of Madagascar faces a shortage of resourc...
Help improve local infrastructure for small village schools and communities on the island and surrounding areas. You will assist with building and upgrading ablution blocks, painting, performing small construction tasks, carrying out repairs and general maintenance that make buildings safer, more functional and more attractive for those who use them. Much of Madagascar faces a shortage of resources for community infrastructure so your work enables new and improved facilities to be completed and made available for community use as soon as possible. You may also help with transporting supplies by boat, so physical fitness, stamina and adaptability are important. This program is ideal for volunteers who enjoy manual work, are open minded and ready for hard work in a tropical, humid climate....
Program Highlights
Programs start every first and third Monday of the month. Duration from 1 to 12 weeks
Includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation in open-air huts, meals, and 24/7 in-country support
Volunteer up to 6 hours a day helping improve community infrastructure — tasks may include building or upgrading ablution blocks, painting, small construction jobs and general repairs
Work in village schools and surrounding communities on the island Nosy Komba (and nearby islands) to make buildings safer, functional and more attractive for local use
Gain practical building and renovation experience, contribute to long-term community infrastructure needs, help local education facilities function, and immerse yourself in Malagasy culture
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- Nosy Be, Madagascar
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Vacation Packages
- Building & Construction Projects
- Volunteering
- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
- Asian
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Madagascar was a meaningful volunteer experience
January 23, 2019by: Emilee Miller - United StatesProgram: Volunteer in Community Development in Nosy Komba, Madagascar
My time in Madagascar could be best described as educational and adventurous. I learned so much while also always actively participating in my projects (construction/community & teaching), camp fun, outings, etc. There was never a dull moment, though there were moments that needed to be approached with a mora mora (slowly) mindset. The other volunteers, the staff, the locals, and anyone else I might be forgetting -- they made this experience worthwhile and life-changing. I made some lifelong friends in the 4 weeks I was volunteering, and I think that is an amazing thing. Madagascar is a beautiful country with so much to see. Camp was always kept tidy and the food provided is really pretty good -- it may get a little repetitive, but there is nothing wrong with that, especially when you are feeding large amounts of people.
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Hi Emilee, it was a pleasure to help you prepare for your time on the program and I am very happy to hear you enjoyed your first time travelling so much - we look forward to having you join us again in the future! Claire - IVHQ Program Manager.
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Locations
- Nosy Be, Madagascar
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Vacation Packages
- Causes
- Building & Construction Projects
- Types
- Volunteering
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Pre-Departure Orientation
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Written Application
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Help improve local infrastructure for small village schools and communities on the island and surrounding areas. You will assist with building and upgrading ablution blocks, painting, performing small construction tasks, carrying out repairs and general maintenance that make buildings safer, more functional and more attractive for those who use them. Much of Madagascar faces a shortage of resources for community infrastructure so your work enables new and improved facilities to be completed and made available for community use as soon as possible. You may also help with transporting supplies by boat, so physical fitness, stamina and adaptability are important. This program is ideal for volunteers who enjoy manual work, are open minded and ready for hard work in a tropical, humid climate....
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Ready to Learn More?
Help improve local infrastructure for small village schools and communities on the island and surrounding areas. You will assist with building and upgrading ablution blocks, painting, performing small construction tasks, carrying out repairs and general maintenance that make buildings safer, more functional and more attractive for those who use them. Much of Madagascar faces a shortage of resources for community infrastructure so your work enables new and improved facilities to be completed and made available for community use as soon as possible. You may also help with transporting supplies by boat, so physical fitness, stamina and adaptability are important. This program is ideal for volunteers who enjoy manual work, are open minded and ready for hard work in a tropical, humid climate....
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