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Program Overview

Find out why it's more fun and meaningful to volunteer with us! Volunteer for the Visayans (VFV) provides a wide range of program choices for people wanting to Volunteer Abroad in the Philippines through our local community partners and our very own community centers. VFV endeavors to improve the quality of life of the community by providing responsive, efficient, and high-quality community servic...

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Program Highlights

Experience life in the Philippines while living alongside locals in a homestay.
Travel to islands on the weekends and swim in crystal clear waters.
Connect with locals through impactful volunteer placements.
Support grassroots initiatives making a difference in local communities.
Have the experience of a lifetime!

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Some Program Activity Costs
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Language Lessons
Cultural Training / Program / Orientation

Quick Details

Location
Tacloban City, Philippines
Availability
Year(s) Offered:Year Round
Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • Summer
Age Requirement18+
Types & Subjects
Fields:
  • Creative Writing
  • Development
  • Food Science & Nutrition
  • Marketing, Advertising, & PR
  • Media
GuidelinesAll Nationalities
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Program Details

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Locations

  • Tacloban City, Philippines

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered: Year Round
  • Duration: 1-2 Weeks, 2-4 Weeks, 5-8 Weeks, 9-12 Weeks, Summer, Alternative Spring Break
  • Teach Duration: 3-6 Months
  • Intern Duration: 1-3 Months, 3-6 Months

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Language: English
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Resume
  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18+

Duration

1-2 Weeks, 2-4 Weeks, 5-8 Weeks, 9-12 Weeks, Summer, Alternative Spring Break

Program Reviews

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9 reviews

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Community Engagement
4.9
Volunteer Placement
4.8
Living Situation
4.4
Day to Day Life
4.4
Program Administration
4.3
Health & Safety
4.3

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Kirsten Roche

Participated in 2014

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Kirsten is a registered nurse from British Columbia, Canada. She has traveled through South America for three months, Central America for two months, ...

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