Community
Global Youth Connect
Country: Rwanda, Bosnia and Herzegowina.
Category: Community, Human Rights.
Duration: 3 - 4 weeks.
Fee: yes ($2200 for Rwanda and $2500 for Bosnia)
URL: http://www.globalyouthconnect.org/
Type: Community
Experience: no
Description: This organization offers the opportunity for youth to take part in human rights delegations. This year, volunteers can assist with delegations in Rwanda in April, July, or August and Bosnia in June. Contact for more information.
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Habitat for Humanity
Country: Multiple Countries.
Category: Community, Restoration.
Duration: varies.
Fee: yes (varies)
URL: http://www.habitat.org/
Type: Community
Experience: no
Description: There are many volunteer opportunities to help build and rehabilitate housing with Habitat for Humanity, in the U.S. and abroad. The International Volunteer Program offers 6 to 12 month placements abroad in areas such as administration, programs, communications, finance, resource development, or volunteer coordination. Volunteers are responsible for their own living expenses, but there is no administrative fee. The Global Village Program offers short-term trips to help with various projects and has a fee. See the website for more information and other ways to help!
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Maya Foundation In Laakeech
Country: Mexico.
Category: Children, Community, Teaching.
Duration: 1 - 2 weeks.
Fee: no
URL: http://yucatanadventure.com.mx/volunteering-FAQ.htm
Type: Community
Experience: yes
Qualifications: Basic Knowledge of Spanish
Description: Volunteer in the Yucatan, near Chichen Itza Mayan temples. Help with social work programs and teach English. A 2 week stay includes free accommodation; a 4 week stay includes accommodation and simple meals. See website for details.
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Mercy Volunteer Corps
Country: Guyana.
Category: Community, Disability, HIV/AIDS, Homeless, Medical, Religious, Teaching.
Duration: 1 year.
Fee: no
URL: http://www.mercyvolunteers.org/volunteer/
Type: Community
Experience: no
Description: This program has education, health care, and social service opportunities in Guyana and the United States. Volunteers receive accommodation, food and personal living stipends, medical insurance, orientation, and more.
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Pan African Center for Peace and Conflict Resolution
Country: Ghana, Liberia.
Category: Children, Community, Human Rights, Sports, Women.
Duration: varies.
Fee: yes (1-2 weeks $200, 2-4 weeks $400, 6 months $800, 12 months $1,500 )
URL: http://www.peaceforliberia.org/
Type: Community
Experience: no
Description: Volunteers help with schools and communities in Africa. The Sports for Peace Project currently needs volunteers. Contact for more information.
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