Volunteer Programs in Marrakech, Morocco
The third largest city in Morocco, Marrakech has an enviable location situated between the Sahara desert and the Atlas Mountains. This contrasting landscape, combined with a city that perfectly fuses old and new, means there is always something to do. After a hard week of work on your volunteer project of choice spend your weekends bargaining in the souks before soaking your weary feet in a Hammam, working your way through the mouth-watering local cuisine, or, if you are feeling more energetic, how about climbing the highest mountain in North Africa? Experience the vibrancy of Morocco by volunteering abroad in Marrakech.

4 Volunteer Programs in Marrakech, Morocco
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A Guide to Volunteering Abroad in Marrakech
Ways to Volunteer in Marrakech
There are a large number of NGOs and local community projects working to develop programs and projects to support and make lasting change for the local community.
Popular projects in Marrakech. There are a wide range of volunteer projects in Marrakech, with key volunteering opportunities including language teaching, volunteering in orphanages and, media and communications.
The tourism sector is an important economic income for the country and as a result there is a huge demand for language teachers to help provide disadvantage youths with a skill that will enable them to work within the tourism sector.
Due to strict laws prohibiting children being born out of wedlock, there is a large number of orphans and street children in Morocco. Therefore, there are many placements available within the educational and medical sectors.
For those with a background in journalism or communications, there are grassroots organizations working to increase the news sources available in Morocco and increase awareness in the world of issues within the country. Morocco has a developing activism sector; in particular, focusing on female empowerment and human rights. Consequently, there are many NGOs looking for assistance.
Short term volunteer programs in Marrakech. These provide an introduction to the country and its culture and there are a range of short-term programs designed for English-only speaking participants where you will be given the support to pick up or improve your French during your placement. Alongside your volunteering program there are opportunities to do a homestay where you will experience authentic Moroccan food and a chance to see Moroccan home (basic French skills are advised for communication with the family). Many of the programs also offer travel options during the placement or after, allowing you to see some of the wonders of Morocco from deserts, waterfalls, and beaches.
Long term volunteer projects in Marrakech. A longer duration gives you more opportunity to explore the beautiful country of Morocco and its rich cultural heritage.In addition, there are more placements on offer in areas such as educations, medical internships and, conservation placements. Certain placements will require a minimum level of French and/or Arabic. These placements are also a perfect opportunity to develop your language skills.
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