Volunteers Around the World (VAW) provides customized internships and volunteer opportunities based on your abilities and the needs of the community. VAW opportunities combine individual and group development projects with adventures, cultural immersion, and language classes. Areas of focus options include: Health Care, Conservation, Education, Journalism, Micro-Business, Child Development, and more. Live along the shores of the beautiful Lake Atitlan, explore the ancient ruins of Tikal, climb lava-spewing volcanoes for breathtaking views of the Guatemalan highlands, and discover rural villages, while improving the lives of people in poverty stricken communities. Become a Volunteer Around the World today for an experience you will never forget!
What you get: Work with a local NGO, gain valuable international experience, and explore the cultural and natural beauty of Guatemala. Weekly adventures, cultural activities, language classes, transportation to and from the Guatemala City airport, food and lodging with a local family, 24-hour support staff, funding for your projects, and productive volunteer work. The focus of your project is based on your skills, your interests, and the needs of the local community. The VAW programs are challenging, rewarding, safe, and personalized experiences.
Qualifications: The biggest requirement is an adventurous spirit. The specific interests and skills of participants and the needs of the local community determine development projects and placements. A few of the projects require basic intermediate Spanish skills. Volunteers are adventurous, enthusiastic, caring, sensible, humble, and curious individuals. Volunteers are expected to learn and grow while improving themselves and the communities in which VAW works. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old. VAW programs are open to families, couples, and individuals.
Subject Areas include: Anthropology, Archaeology, Art/Fine Arts, Business, Child Development, Communications, Construction, Culture, Development Studies, Education, Environmental Studies/Conservation, Health Sciences, Humanities, International Relations, Latin American Studies, Liberal Arts, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Spanish, and Women Studies.
Typical Projects: Anthropology, Building Homes or Home Improvement, Building Schools, Building Medical Facilities, Business Development, Child Development, Community Development, Education/Teaching, Environmental Conservation, Health Services, Health Care, Health Education, Journalism, Mental Health, Reforestation, Social Services, Social Work.