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Volunteer in Youth Support in Portugal with IVHQ
Volunteers help create safe, welcoming after-school environments for children and teenagers from disadvantaged backgrounds. You will spend time with kids, support their education by helping with homework or offering informal English lessons, and assist with activities that encourage learning and personal growth. Your role aims to provide stability, mentorship and positive social interaction for c...
Volunteers help create safe, welcoming after-school environments for children and teenagers from disadvantaged backgrounds. You will spend time with kids, support their education by helping with homework or offering informal English lessons, and assist with activities that encourage learning and personal growth. Your role aims to provide stability, mentorship and positive social interaction for children who may lack supportive resources at home. Many participants are from under-resourced communities and rely on local initiatives for guidance, opportunity and encouragement. By volunteering you become a supportive adult presence who helps build confidence and broader horizons for young people. This program welcomes volunteers aged 16 and above including families. This Youth Support program...
Program Highlights
Programs start every Monday. Duration from 1 to 12 weeks. Volunteers commit three to five hours per day, depending on placement needs.
Includes airport pick up, orientation, dormitory-style hostel accommodation in Lisbon, meals and 24/7 in country support
Volunteer up to 5 hours per day working in after-school or youth-community programs for children and teenagers aged 6 to 18
Help with homework, teaching informal English, organising recreational activities, leading arts and crafts or sports sessions, and being a role model for young people
Support youth from under-resourced or marginalised backgrounds, contribute to their personal and social development, gain experience in youth work, and immerse yourself in community life and culture
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Quick Details
- Lisbon, Portugal
- 1-2 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Vacation Packages
- Childcare & Children
- Community Centers
- Volunteering
- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
- South African
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Program Reviews
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Overall Rating
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A great and worthwhile project in Portugal
March 27, 2018by: Amy - United KingdomThis was my first IVHQ project and I had an incredible time. I went to Portugal to help out with a Youth Support program and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! I was placed at an after school centre for children of all ages where I would help them with their homework, teach English, play games and help with arts and crafts activities. The IVHQ program manager and the local team were so helpful throughout the process. All my fellow volunteers were so nice and now I have friends from all over the world! I hope to go on another IVHQ project soon!
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Hi Amy - it's awesome to hear you enjoyed your experience in Portugal, and I'm so glad to hear you were able to make new friends from all over the world. I wish you all the best and hope to have you join IVHQ again soon! ^Kaila - IVHQ Portugal Program Manager
Beautiful Portugal
August 28, 2018by: Véronique Berthold - SwitzerlandI spent three amazing weeks in Portugal and I would totally recommend it to everyone. The local team was amazing and I've met so many wonderful persons that made this trip unforgettable. You get to know so many personalities for all over the world which makes it so interesting. Lisbon is just beautiful and there is so much to see and to do. Many beaches are close, castels and beautiful viewpoints. I recommend a daytrip to Sintra which is like a fairytale. And I even went to Porto for a weekend. The project was very good too. We had to change the first placement as the kids were all in holidays but the local team helped us to change to another fantastic placement where I had so much fun with the children. Volunteering feels wonderful and I will for sure do it again. So do it! Pack your things and go on an adventure!
Hi Veronique, thanks for your review! I can definitely tell you had an awesome experience volunteering in Portugal and I hope you volunteer with us again soo. Such wise advice too - "don't hesitate, go on an adventure!" Meika - IVHQ Program Manager.
Fantastic from start to finish
September 04, 2018by: James Raddings - United KingdomMy experience on the Lisbon Youth Support Program was incredible. The placement was enjoyable and impactful. The accommodation was friendly, well run and felt like a home away from home (with excellent food!). The support network from the moment I applied to me sat in my kitchen now has been thorough and melted away any nerves throughout this journey. The people I met were from every corner of the globe and we have already organised to meet once more. In short, I cannot wait to go back!
Program Details
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Locations
- Lisbon, Portugal
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Vacation Packages
- Causes
- Childcare & Children
- Community Centers
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Families, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Pre-Departure Orientation
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Written Application
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Volunteers help create safe, welcoming after-school environments for children and teenagers from disadvantaged backgrounds. You will spend time with kids, support their education by helping with homework or offering informal English lessons, and assist with activities that encourage learning and personal growth. Your role aims to provide stability, mentorship and positive social interaction for children who may lack supportive resources at home. Many participants are from under-resourced communities and rely on local initiatives for guidance, opportunity and encouragement. By volunteering you become a supportive adult presence who helps build confidence and broader horizons for young people. This program welcomes volunteers aged 16 and above including families. This Youth Support program...
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Ready to Learn More?
Volunteers help create safe, welcoming after-school environments for children and teenagers from disadvantaged backgrounds. You will spend time with kids, support their education by helping with homework or offering informal English lessons, and assist with activities that encourage learning and personal growth. Your role aims to provide stability, mentorship and positive social interaction for children who may lack supportive resources at home. Many participants are from under-resourced communities and rely on local initiatives for guidance, opportunity and encouragement. By volunteering you become a supportive adult presence who helps build confidence and broader horizons for young people. This program welcomes volunteers aged 16 and above including families. This Youth Support program...
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