Lifeworks Costa Rica
Costa Rica
- San Jose:
San Jose
- Eastern Lowlands:
Tortuguero
Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 1-2 weeks
Dates: Various Length Programs June to August
Description:
Lifeworks-Costa Rica works with the Fundacion Humanitaria to help alleviate some of the harsh conditions facing the people. Lifeworkers participate in different humanitarian projects led by Gail Nystrom, also known as Giselle. She is an ex-Peace Corps member and is the founder and director of the Foundation.
Highlights:
Community service and Conservation projects; President's Volunteer Service Award program; Cultural exploration
Cost in US$: USD 3,690 to USD 4,790
Cost Include Description:
All food, accommodation, activities and programs. Program costs exclude airfare. Please request a brochure for full details.
Credit Available: yes
Experience Required: no
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Volunteer Types :
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- building schools
- community centers
- community health
- culture
- eco-tourism
- education
- English teaching
- environment
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- fixing fences
- gardening
- health
- health care
- health education
- home visit
- indigenous issues
- orphans
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- painting
- playgrounds
- recreation
- sports
- street kids
- volunteering
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Age Range: 14/15 - 19
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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Participants Travel to Costa Rica
Independently
or
in Groups
Typically Participants Work
in Groups of 8 - 20
Scholarships are Available. Various scholarship opportunities are available. Please call or email us for scholarship information.
Application Process Involves:
- Phone Interview
- Written Application
Year Founded: 1986
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