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Conservation Projects in Borneo

  Malaysia
    Rural

Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: 07 July, 04 August, and 01 September (2008)

Description: Work alongside a local organization helping to provide sustainable alternative sources of income for locals in Borneo while simultaneously protecting the rainforest and mega-biodiversity of the Lower Kinabatangan. Established in March 1997 the initiative was led by village youth from four nearby villages who volunteered their time to plan and establish community owned eco tourism activities. Among other things these pioneer volunteers documented traditional indigenous knowledge and aural history and began detailed studies of the seven different types of rainforest which surround the community. 10 years later the project has grown immensely, and there is immediate need for the development of nature interpretation trails, building work at the Eco-Camp, and some basic wildlife surveys. It is also hoped that volunteers might prove useful with IT skills and teaching English in the local community.

Conservation Projects in Borneo

Highlights: Working with a pioneering local community dedicated to protecting the rainforest and living on the banks of the Kinabatangan River, one of the few places in the world where you can see 10 species of primate, including orang-utans and the endemic proboscis monkey.

Qualifications: No specific skills are required for this project but if you have carpentry skills, plumbing, electrical, IT or teaching abilities you will be especially useful. Also photography and graphical art abilities would be desirable. The local community could also benefit from basic bookkeeping lessons or accounting. However the overriding need is for enthusiasm, a willingness to invest some effort, and interest in new and diverse cultural backgrounds and working practices.

Travel Types :
  • Eco Tours
  • Ecology
  • Environmental Studies
  • Homestay
  • Native Culture Studies
  • Nature Tours
  • Photography
  • Student Tours
  • Tours
  • Vacation Packages
  • Volunteering
    Languages :
  • English
  • Cost in US$: From $2340 for 2 weeks

    Cost Includes :
  • Excursions
  • Food
  • Housing
  • In-country orientation/Training
  • In-country staff support
  • Pre-departure orientation/Training
  • Written materials pre-departure
  • Experience Required: no

    Volunteer Types :
  • agriculture
  • animal welfare
  • biological research
  • community development
  • community organizing
  • computer training
  • consciousness-raising
  • conservation
  • culture
  • eco-tourism
  • economic development
  • environment
  • grassroots organization
  • income-generation
  • micro-enterprise
  • research
  • teaching
  • tourism
  • trail building
  • volunteering
  • Typical Volunteer: There is no typical volunteer! All expedition members must be enthusiastic, interested in conservation and prepared to work in a team.

    This Program is open to World Wide Participants.

    Typical Living Arrangements :
  • Home-stays
  • Other
  • Participants Travel to Malaysia Independently

    Application Process Involves:

    • Phone Interview
    • Written Application

    Post Services Include:

    • Job and Internship Network

    Global Vision International's Mission Statement: 2008 marks a decade of commitment from GVI to all volunteers and partners. Global Vision International aims to promote the advancement of sustainable development through the creation of partnerships, promotion of local and global education, opportunities and via direct financial support. GVI remains committed to its local partners by ensuring they receive full credit for any research undertaken or achievements reached.

    Year Founded: 1998

     



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