Volunteer in Special Needs in Sri Lanka

Working in a special needs is suited for active volunteers who are passionate about looking after children and young adults with a range of mental and physical disabilities. In Sri Lanka, often children and adults with physical and mental disabilities are often not well cared for due to a lack of knowledge and cultural acceptance within their communities; as a result many are taken to special care facilities and/or schools where they are able to receive appropriate treatment, care and education. Volunteers are placed in special needs schools, homes and care centres throughout Kandy, these facilities are under-resourced and can really benefit from the skills, time and involvement of volunteers. Volunteers on this project will assist local staff in classroom based activities, general care, p...