Volunteer Programs in Oaxaca, Mexico

Make a positive impact in Mexico! Adelante Abroad offers affordable volunteer programs in a wide variety of fields and sectors in Oaxaca, Mexico. Put your time towards helping those in need. Volunteer in sectors such as ecology, social work, arts, or NGO, just to name a few. Oaxaca is one of the most biodiverse areas in Mexico, known for the craftwork of local artisans. It is also home to warm-spirited people, and there are plenty of opportunities to give to the community. If you're looking to make a difference, volunteering in Oaxaca, Mexico, with Adelante is the perfect opportunity! Volunteers can choose to go abroad for 1 to 6 months. Programs are offered year-round with customization options. You'll be paired with organizations in need of specific skills while allowing you to reach your volunteer goals. Eligibility for this program is: * 18 years of age or older and possess a desire to learn about and live in another culture * Some Spanish is helpful, although we can place beginner Spanish speakers * Applicants can be Gap Year students, enrolled in a university, or college graduates. Visit our website for more information.

Join GoEco on the beautiful beach of Puerto Escondido, Mexico to conserve the local sea turtle population! Volunteers will help with the conservation of endemic species, such as turtles and reptiles of Oaxaca who are vulnerable and threatened by tourism, illegal hunting, climate change and pollution of beaches and the sea. Volunteers go on night patrols, monitor nests, mark eggs and assist with releases when possible. In addition to wildlife conservation tasks, volunteers will enjoy two surfing lessons each week and get to explore more of Mexico during free time on weekends.

Volunteering in Mexico is perfect for all you adventurers out there. Stroll through the metropolitan cities, enjoy beautiful beaches and discover deserts, mountains and dense jungles. From Mexico City to Playa del Carmen, there are plenty unique places waiting for you. Whilst Mexico has become a true tourist hotspot, poverty continues to be a major concern. Volunteer to make a difference: teach English to children and adults, work at an animal shelter to care for left-behind street cats and dogs. Or why not join a marine conservation project and protect endangered sea turtles?

Program formerly known as "Cultural Crossroads in Health in Oaxaca, Mexico." Oaxaca, where CFHI students can explore a different culture and way of life while learning about the region's healthcare system through clinical rotations, is truly a crossroads where different cultures and healthcare practices intersect. Oaxaca City, one of the most unique cities in Mexico, is steeped in history, tradition, and the influences of a vibrant indigenous culture. Students will be immersed in the region's language and rich culture while learning about contemporary social issues facing the local population. Oaxaca is one of the poorest states in Mexico, and many of its inhabitants, especially those of the large indigenous population in rural areas, have limited access to even rudimentary healthcare services. Participants will be exposed to various elements of Oaxacan healthcare: public and private, urban and rural.

This project was created to provide essential healthcare services to vulnerable residents in one of the poorest regions of Mexico. It enables medical students, nurses, paramedics, and semi-qualified medical practitioners to volunteer in local hospitals and clinics in and around Oaxaca—a historic, inland city nestled in beautiful mountains. The level of direct involvement and patient care depends on the volunteer’s knowledge and training. In some cases, suitably trained and experienced participants may be more hands-on, helping fulfill a huge need in a region where there are often insufficient numbers of medical staff. Junior medical and pre-med students will find this project to be mainly observational, an excellent opportunity to gain firsthand insight into Mexico's healthcare system. Local hospitals and clinics in and around Oaxaca are in dire need of medical and administrative support, with the knowledge, skills, and abilities of volunteers put to good use. Their participation makes a truly positive impact on the lives of those who need it most.

Join us for the adventure of a lifetime! Volunteers For Peace (a Vermont-based nonprofit) can place you on a team of international volunteers who contribute to a meaningful community service project designed, planned, and hosted by local partners. We offer the most affordable projects and the best way to meet people from all over the world. Work project types vary by country but may include environmental and wildlife conservation, historic preservation, educational and language learning, archaeology, organic farming, and arts and festivals. We also have social services projects, which could involve working with children, the elderly, or refugees. Projects are designed to combine service with recreational activities and cultural exchange – whether by visiting local beaches, learning local dances, meeting local officials, or volunteering with residents at the place you’re visiting. Each project is unique, but all bring people together for the most meaningful travel experience imaginable. Please note that VFP can only place US Citizens. This is due to our agreements with our international partners.

Travel to Oaxaca—Mexico's artistic, culinary, and cultural capital, for this Global Citizen Adventure program! You will volunteer with a women's cooperative to support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDG) 1 - No Poverty, 4 - Quality Education, and 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth. Travelers on this program will explore historic Oaxaca, visit weaving cooperatives, adventure to ancient ruins, and hike to a petrified waterfall. The itinerary includes cooking classes, walking tours, concerts, and museums. The magic of Mexico will come to life on this 7-day adventure. Our unique, online, pre-departure global service-learning and citizenship course will prepare you to make the most of your time in Mexico. You will learn the destination's history and culture, the mission and vision of our partners, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This experience is designed to foster the development of educated, compassionate global citizens and leaders.