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Volunteer at Unidas Para Vivir Mejor
Volunteer with UPAVIM and support our mission to empower the women of La Esperanza, a neighborhood on the outskirts of Guatemala City. Contribute to initiatives geared toward economic opportunities so these women can provide for their families’ needs. You also help improve the quality of life for the entire community. Over the past 33 years, UPAVIM has grown from a small baby-weighing program t...
Volunteer with UPAVIM and support our mission to empower the women of La Esperanza, a neighborhood on the outskirts of Guatemala City. Contribute to initiatives geared toward economic opportunities so these women can provide for their families’ needs. You also help improve the quality of life for the entire community. Over the past 33 years, UPAVIM has grown from a small baby-weighing program to a women's cooperative employing over 100 local women and making handmade fairtrade crafts sold around the world. The proceeds from these crafts pay the women's salaries, as well as fund UPAVIM's community health clinic and school. The school includes a daycare, pre-school, and elementary school (K-6th). UPAVIM also manages the first public library in the neighborhood. Here, we offer free Eng...
Program Highlights
Gain authentic experiences in a Guatemalan community.
Volunteer with a Guatemalan-run organization that helps locals.
Connect with valiant women who seek to improve their community.
Work with eager children from ages 3-12.
Benefit from accommodation and food included in the program.
Quick Details
- Guatemala City, Guatemala
- 3-6 Months
- 7-12 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- Childcare & Children
- Community Centers
- Community Development
- Economic Development
- English Teaching
- See more
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Guatemala City, Guatemala
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Childcare & Children
- Community Centers
- Community Development
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 3-6 Months
- 7-12 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples
Program Cost Includes
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- Some college credit, no degree
- Trade/technical/vocational training
- Associate degree
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- Resume
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