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Volunteer with Street Children in Ecuador

by: International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

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For many Ecuadorian children, school is never an option. These children spend 365 days a year working in the streets and markets, selling goods and performing with their parents to help their families earn a living. The Street Children Program in Ecuador focuses on giving these children some enjoyment in their lives, along with education. This project is popular with the children and their familie...

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Quick Details

Locations
  • Quito, Ecuador
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Arts
  • Childcare & Children
  • Community Development
  • Culture
  • Drama
  • See more
Guidelines:
  • American
  • European
  • Canadian
  • Australian
  • South African
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Recognitions

Top Rated Provider 2023 - Volunteer AbroadTop Rated Volunteer Abroad Organization 2022Zero CarbonNotable Mention 2021 - Volunteer Abroad

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.54

Total Reviews

3

You end up making friends and experiences for life!

by: Alisha ThompsettProgram: Volunteer with Street Children in Ecuador
10

My favourite part of the volunteer program was being able to explore not only the city but the country while making a positive difference. I feel a lot more confident in myself. It’s completely understandable to be hesitant about volunteering abroad as you're going to a new country with people you don’t know, but everyone is incredibly friendly and approachable and you end up making friends and experiences for life!

Fantastic family volunteer experience

by: jjwdk - United StatesProgram: Volunteer with Street Children in Ecuador
10

My family, including 3 children 13, 12, and 10 volunteered through IVHQ in the Street Children program in Ecuador. IVHQ made this trip possible with excellent customer service and an easy step by step method. I spoke to IVHQ, for the first time, 4 weeks before we landed in Ecuador. Though this is not an ideal lead time to plan a trip like this, because they are so organized, helpful and overall fantastic I was able to plan a fabulous trip with their help. I felt comfortable and safe for myself ...

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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ] responded to this reviewApril 25, 2018

Hi Jess, Thanks for your kind words! It's great to hear you felt supported throughout the volunteering process and that your family enjoyed their time working with children in the markets of Quito. We're stoked that you made the last-minute decision ...

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Ecuador June 2017

by: Erica Wiley - United StatesProgram: Volunteer with Street Children in Ecuador
10

I volunteered for 3 weeks on the Ecuador Street Children Program through IVHQ. To say I miss it is an understatement. It was an amazing experience. All of the children express so much love and happiness towards you, it really is heart warming. I lived in the volunteer house with Monica and Byron and about 15 other volunteers. We all got along amazing and there was always something to do! Monica, Byron, and Enrique, our host grandpa were so welcoming and amazing. I would highly recommend IVHQ to ...

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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ] responded to this reviewDecember 3, 2017

Hi Erica, We’re stoked to hear that you had an amazing experience volunteering with us in Ecuador! Thanks so much for recommending IVHQ and we can’t wait to have you join us again! <br/>Charlotte - IVHQ Ecuador Program Manager

Program Details

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Locations

  • Quito, Ecuador

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Arts
  • Childcare & Children
  • Community Development

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • American
  • European
  • Canadian
  • Australian

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Guest House
  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

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