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City/State: Buenos Aires |
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Country: ARGENTINA
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| Experiential Learning International |
2828 N. Speer Blvd.
Suite 230
CO
UNITED STATES
80211
Phone: 303-321-8278
www.eliabroad.org
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Program description: |
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Volunteer in a community center for at-risk children in Buenos Aires. Homelessness and poverty are epidemics that affect many families in Argentina, including those living in the city of Buenos Aires. Instead of going to school, homeless children are often forced to sell goods on the streets and subways in order to buy food for themselves and their families. This means they are exposed to drugs, disease and violence and never have the opportunity to go to school. Volunteers at this placement will serve as a role models and mentors to the children. They will provide child care, meals, educational activities, and a safe haven. Some of the ongoing projects at the centers include social education projects, Birthday parties for the children, field trips, and after school tutoring and English lessons.
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General program information: |
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Program open to: Everyone
Age range: 18 and over
Travel to site: Independent Travel
Is opportunity more independant or group orientated: Independant
Living arrangements on the program: Varies, Group living, Home stays (living with local families)
How long does the program last?: Various Durations
What are the dates of this program: The program is ongoing throughout the year
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Benefits and advantages of the program: |
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Volunteers with this project will have the chance to influence the lives of children living in poverty while experiencing the richness of life in the sophisticated city of Buenos Aires.
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Cost or price of this program: |
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Programs start at US $1155 or ₤580 for two weeks
Cost includes:
Food
Housing
In-country orientation/Training
In-country staff support
Written materials pre-departure
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Languages required besides English: |
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Spanish
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Qualifications required: |
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Participants must be comfortable working in a Spanish-speaking environment.
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Application process Involves: |
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Online Application plus Application Assessment
Resume
Written Application
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