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City/State: Laos |
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Country: THAILAND
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| Global Vision International |
3 High Street
St Albans
Herts
UNITED KINGDOM
AL3 4ED
Phone: 01727 250 250
www.gvi.co.uk
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Program description: |
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Luang Prabang is the former royal capital of Laos, it is about 900 km northeast of Bangkok, Thailand, and is home to Wat Siphoutthabat, the largest school for monks and novices in the city. The national government relies heavily on foreign aid to support itself, and therefore very little funding flows to rural education. As a result, many rural boys move to urban areas to ordain as Buddhist monks and further their education and opportunities for the future by attending schools such as this. Over 700 novices live in the other temples and come here each day to study.
Sadly there are only 2 teachers to teach English; the school’s most popular subject. Volunteers are needed to assist in the English department delivering quality education to the students and helping to further their education in an attempt to someday break the cycle of poverty which dominates this beautiful land. As a volunteer you will receive cultural orientation to help acclimatize to the unique conditions in Laos. Topics covered will be regional history, Buddhism, Lao society and culture, basic Lao language, and a tour of the city over the course of several days.
Your placement will also include a trip to the stunning Khuang Sii Waterfall, a boat trip up the Mekong to the Pak Ou Buddha Caves and a weekend in the sleepy town of Muang Ngoi where you will have the opportunity to go trekking, boating, walking, caving or even try your hand at traditional fishing. Alternatively you might want to take this time to just relax and appreciate the view. Please note that volunteers should possess a Bachelors degree in any subject, be equipped with a native fluency in English and a basic knowledge of computers.
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General program information: |
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Program open to: Everyone
Travel to site: Independent Travel
Is opportunity more independant or group orientated: Independant
Living arrangements on the program: Group living
How long does the program last?: 1-3 Months
What are the dates of this program: Start Dates for 2007:
27 June, 25 July, 29 August, 31 October, 28 November, 26 December
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Cost or price of this program: |
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From 790 gbp for 4 weeks.
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Qualifications required: |
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Volunteers should possess a Bachelors degree in any subject, be equipped with a native fluency in English and a basic knowledge of computers. Those with previous experience/training in teaching English will be highly considered.
Volunteers should also be independent, enthusiastic and adaptable. The Lao people have a very forgiving nature when things turn out a bit unexpected. A cool head, a shrug and a smile will take you far here.
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Salary/pay/benefits description: |
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Voluntary work.
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Application process Involves: |
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Please visit our website or email us using the links at the top of this page.
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