Volunteer Abroad in Peru: Volunteering Opportunities Lima Cusco Piura Orphans www.abroaderview.org

Oct. 30, 2008 - PRLog -- Volunteer Abroad in Peru: The third largest country in South America, it shares borders with Ecuador, Columbia, Brazil, Bolivia and also Chile. A large mountainous country on the Pacific coast of South America, Peru offers a range of choices for a visitor.

The Inca Empire, with Lake Titiaca, Cuzco and Machu Picchu, the Andes, Amazonian rainforests, cloud people, coastal wildlife preserves and cosmopolitan cities are just some reasons to visit Peru.

Although in recent years Peru has benefited from a rise in tourism offer some economic relief, millions of Peruvians live below the poverty line. More than half of the country's people struggle to survive, close to one fourth of the population live in extreme poverty.

Our programs allow you to take part in meaningful community service work, while discovering the people, sights, sounds, and tastes of Peru. Volunteering in Peru is a way to totally immerse yourself in Spanish culture.

This is a great opportunity to make life-long friends, learn a foreign language and discover that one person really can make a difference. Volunteering with us and see A Broader View of the World.

"Service is the very purpose of life. It is the rent we pay for living on the planet." -Marian Edelman.

Location pages:

   * Lima
   * Cusco
   * Piura
   * Peru

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Volunteer Abroad in Cusco Peru:

Cusco is considered the archaelogical capital of the Americas, and has been declared by UNESCO as a cultural Heritage of Humanity. Cusco maintains its Old World charm with beautiful plazas, cobbled streets and colonial style buildings lining the city. With its close proximity to Machu Picchu and other archaelogical wonders, Cusco has a wealth of treasures to offer a globally-minded traveler.

In spite of receiving thousands of tourists every year, Cusco also has one of the highest levels of poverty in the country. This is evident by the presence of hundreds of children living and working on the streets. These children lack a decent education, food and caring, with almost 30% living well below the poverty line. We offer orphanage and teaching placements throughout the city. With our volunteer program we allow you to discover the wonders of Cusco, while doing meaningful community work. This is a great opportunity to enhance your Spanish knowledge, live with the locals and realize one person can make a difference.

We offer the following programs in Cusco: 1-24 weeks placements Optional Start Date

Program Length : 1 to 24 weeks
Program Date: Flexible Start & End Date
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 hour per day
Accommodations: Local guesthouse or homestay
Meals: Yes, 3 meals a day
Requirements: 18 years + , Basic Spanish knowledge,  an able body and caring spirit.

Social/Welfare Service:

We support private institutions that improve the the lives of children. Volunteers work at a local children's home which doubles as an orphanage and day care. The children range in age from infancy to 12yrs old, some with mild handicaps. Volunteers assist the local staff with the basic needs such as feeding, bathing and clothing, as well arrange games and day trips with the kids. Teaching English, as well as manual labor (sweeping, painting, gardening) may be involved. Basic Spanish is required, as well as a positive and flexible attitude.

Education/Teaching:

Volunteers can teach, or assist the local teacher with English classes. The kids vary in age and most do not have any proper schooling. By speaking English, new opportunities are available to the children that would otherwise be destined to stay in the cycle of poverty. Volunteers do not need previous teaching experience, although it would be helpful. Basic Spanish is required, as well as a positive and flexible attitude.

Medical/Healthcare:

We have placements in community clinics in Cusco. Community hospitals in Cusco provide necessary care for thousands of Peru's poorest; their children and the indigenous people. Since most people, especially the children lack medical attention, these clinics provide basic heath check ups, dental and immunizations free of charge, so the need for volunteers is great.

Medical volunteers assist the local staff in whatever capacity they may need, such as taking medical history, checking vitals, assisting with medicine and supplies. Medical and nursing students are accepted as well (some projects available for pre-medical students with Spanish knowledge) Proficient Spanish knowledge is required. This is a great opportunity to gain first hand medical experience in a foreign country while donating your time and skills. Healthcare volunteers must be in the medical fields or studying, EMT trained, and provide their credentials or university enrollment letter. *Pediatrics and dental care needs are the highest.

Volunteers Cusco

Language & Cultural Immersion:

Delve into a new language! We provide you the chance to fully immerse into Peruvian culture; learn Spanish, volunteer in Cusco and have the chance to discover Machu Picchu.

The Spanish classes offer a perfect balance between teamwork and the personalized work, creating a climate of concentration and simultaneous fun that will make easy the leaning. The classes are limited to small groups, and focus in conversation practice, grammar, readings and the vocabulary. The lessons are provided 4 hours per day, total of 20 hours per week Monday to Friday. The language school is located in the center of town, 4 blocks away from Main Square, and within walking distance to your guest house. You attend classes in the morning, and the remainder of your day you will volunteer at children’s center helping children learn English, while you practice your Spanish. The total immersion course is 1 to 4 weeks, program includes:

   * Arrival transportation with meet and greet in Cusco
   * Welcome Dinner
   * Guest house accommodation with private bedroom.
   * 3 meals a day
   * 20 hours Spanish language classes (4hrs per day) with professional instructors.
   * Learning materials provided including books and audiovisuals
   * Cultural activities (Peruvian cooking classes, salsa lessons, Spanish language films)
   * 20 hours of volunteering in a local community center (4hrs per day)
   * Orientation and sightseeing day in Cuzco
   * Project Director available 24/7 for support and guidance
   * Departure transfer at the end of the program

Program Includes:

Host family accommodations, includes three meals a day. Airport transfers on arrival and departure.

Our local Project Coordinators will provide orientation briefing and Cusco city tour, half day Spanish lessons. Introduction and placement in a volunteer work project. *Additional Spanish classes can be arranged for you locally. * Guest house accommodations may be available at additional cost, please inquire.

The project coordinator is available 24/7 in case of emergency, health-related or otherwise. They can assist in arranging sightseeing excursion before, during or after the volunteer program.

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