Volunteer in Sports Development in Morocco with IVHQ

Support and develop sport activities, helping young people grow through physical education and coaching. 

• Assist local staff and use games and sport to build social skills and healthy habits. 
• Help with football, basketball, volleyball, handball and athletics. You are encouraged to introduce new sports and games from home where relevant.
• supports young Moroccans in building teamwork, confidence, healthy lifestyles and social engagement.
  

The program has regularly scheduled start dates and offers a wide range of durations so you can fit it into your calendar. 

• Programs start on the first and third Mondays of each month. 
• Duration options range from 1 to 24 weeks. 
• Volunteer commitment is up to 5 hours per day.
  

To participate, you must meet age, language, and documentation criteria and be willing to engage in active, sports-based work. 

• Volunteers must be aged 18 or older on the program start date; families are also eligible. 
• You must speak English and have adequate volunteer travel insurance. 
• Volunteers aged over 18 at the start date must provide a criminal background check.

Support coaches and educators in running sport programs, working with groups of students, and helping plan and deliver activities that promote fitness and teamwork. 

• Assist with sport lessons, coach small groups, organize games and encourage participation among school-aged children
• Help develop or introduce new sports, training methods and creative activities for local youth
• Support positive youth development, physical health and social inclusion

Volunteers are hosted in Moroccan homes and live within local communities while contributing to the sports project, combining cultural immersion with supported living. 

• Accommodation is in cities such as Rabat, Casablanca, or Sale, depending on placement
• Meals and orientation are included, providing daily support and an introduction to local customs 
• Living in a host family setting gives you a deep cultural experience alongside volunteer work