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Volunteering in Jamaica is a unique way to experience the real Jamaica, a world away from the tourist hype. Projects are available for anyone interested in volunteering in the developing world, whether you are a volunteer on a gap year, a summer vacation, or a career break. As a volunteer with Projects Abroad in Jamaica you will have the chance to make a real difference on various exciting proj...

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Program Highlights

On the weekends, volunteers are spoiled for choice in terms of travel opportunities. There are many paradise beaches awaiting you in places like Ocho Rios, Negril, Montego Bay, & Port Antonio.

The Blue Mountains, YS Falls, Dunns River Falls, the Bob Marley Museum, Outameni Experience, and Treasure Beach are popular weekend or day trips from Mandeville.

Water sports and activities like diving, snorkeling, and river tubing and rafting are popular around the entire coast. Or you can choose to just chill in a hammock and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere.

No trip to Jamaica is complete without experiencing the vibrant music scene.

Echoes of Jamaicas most famous citizen, Bob Marley, will undoubtedly follow you everywhere on the island and spectacular music festivals take place throughout the year.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Mandeville, Jamaica
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 7-12 Months
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Focus Areas:
  • Community Service & Volunteering
  • Experiential Learning
  • Outdoor Education
Fields:
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

GoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Finalist - Study Abroad ProgramInnovative Volunteer Abroad Program 2023 FinalistTop Rated Notable Mentions 2022Innovative New Program – Volunteer Abroad Finalist 2022Notable Mention 2021 - High School Abroad

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9

Total Reviews

1

I wish I had a time machine to go back in time

October 16, 2022by: Odale Fitzgerald - United KingdomProgram: Projects Abroad in Jamaica
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Hi All, thank you for taking time to read this. Looking back at my time on the project, I can soundly say that the project has helped me shaped the direction of my career! I am now fully engaged into the emergency management within the UK working for a council. Since 2019, I have done an internship at the British Red Cross Community Resilience program and now work at St John Ambulance as a Community response coordinator. The internship allowed me to start my masters and when i apply for jobs (previously) they would always ask me to vividly describe my time and i can always give a real good account. Being on Projects abroad was my first experience as emergency/disaster management and I wouldn’t be where I am today without the project!

Program Details

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Locations

  • Mandeville, Jamaica

Types and Subjects

  • Focus Areas
  • Community Service & Volunteering
  • Experiential Learning
  • Outdoor Education

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

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

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Families

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Letters of Reference
    • Online Application
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    Volunteering in Jamaica is a unique way to experience the real Jamaica, a world away from the tourist hype. Projects are available for anyone interested in volunteering in the developing world, whether you are a volunteer on a gap year, a summer vacation, or a career break. As a volunteer with Projects Abroad in Jamaica you will have the chance to make a real difference on various exciting projects including Teaching, Care, Sports, Music, Human Rights, Journalism, International Development, Veterinary Medicine & Animal Care, Medicine & Healthcare, Building, Farming, Patois language courses and Culture & Community projects. You will live with a Jamaican host family who will provide you the very best Jamaican hospitality and you will find you rapidly integrate into the local community. ...

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