Childcare Volunteering Program in Honduras

  Honduras

• Other Cities in Honduras: 
Copan Ruinas

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Visit the GVI website for upcoming start dates.

Description: This teaching and community program takes volunteers to the cobbled streets of Copan Ruinas, Honduras, to help with vital volunteer work while they learn Spanish. Whilst education is free in Honduras, the necessary materials are not, so GVI have joined with indigenous leaders to help provide teaching and educational programs to those adults and children who would not normally be able to afford to attend.

The volunteer program comes with 40 hours of intense language lessons and a variety of activities, which includes going on a guided tour of the fantastic archaeological ruins at Copan, as well as going on horse riding and hiking treks. Yet, perhaps best of all, a significant financial donation is given to the project as a result of your volunteering.

How this program makes a difference:

GVI's education projects in Honduras are unique to Global Vision International. All funding of these projects comes directly from Global Vision International and volunteer contributions, included in the program fee. We receive no other outside source of income. Most of your teaching will centre on literacy, numeracy, basic mathematics and English. Many of the children have fallen way behind, as, due to the lack of teachers no real attention can be given to these children. GVI's aim is to give the proper attention needed to these children to allow the teachers to concentrate on one grade of children at a time, rather than hopping between lessons.

Highlights:
* Live with a host family in Honduras
* Learn Spanish (optional)
* Visit the ancient Copan ruins
* Work with indigenous children
* Take adventure side trips
* Optional cultural workshops and excursions

Qualifications: No special training or qualifications are required as you will receive training in the field.

Cost in US$: From USD 1,660 for 2 weeks

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Honduras Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Global Vision International's Mission Statement: 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