Volunteer in Ibiza, Spain

  Spain

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Eivissa (Ibiza)

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 1-2 weeks
Dates: Dates are open

Description: The island of Ibiza is well known for its idyllic natural beauty and endless sunshine, drawing crowds of tourists to its beaches each summer. However, all this tourist activity threatens the fragile ecosystem of the island with heavy environmental damage if measures are not taken to protect it. A community of environmental activists have responded to this need, and have built a model ecological center in one of the most beautiful parts of the island, both to house environmental education and research projects as well as to serve as a demonstration of the latest in sustainable ecological development. The center is entirely powered by wind and sun energy and recycles all its water.

Volunteers have the opportunity to experience the unique lifestyle of the island and become a part of this international community of dedicated environmentalists through working side by side with them on various projects to maintain and improve the facilities, promote environmental awareness among visitors, continue to develop the alternative energy systems and permacultural farming installations. Volunteers are provided with modest, rustic housing at the center and three vegetarian meals daily.

Qualifications: Participants should have an active interest in environmental studies/ecology, and strong desire to contribute to the international effort to protect the environment. Some knowledge of Spanish is helpful but not required.

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: Volunteers in Ibiza are adults 18 and over who have a strong interest in the environment and a desire to contribute to the international preservation effort.

Age Range: 18 +

This Program is open to American Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Spain Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Center for Cultural Interchange's Mission Statement: Founded in 1985, the Center for Cultural Interchange (CCI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of cultural understanding, academic development and world peace. Based in Chicago, Illinois, CCI organizes cultural exchange programs for participants of all ages, including high school abroad, independent homestay, internship, language study, eco-tours and volunteer programs in over thirty countries around the world.

Year Founded: 1985