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Volunteer in the Philippines
The Global Volunteer Network's partner organisation in the Philippines is a newly established NGO, composed of youthful national leaders, professionals, and volunteers. Their objective is to assist and develop local Filipino communities through environmentalism, education, integration, research and volunteerism. Their programs are nationwide, assisting local communities with their basic needs, focusing on children and the environment. .: The ProgramThe volunteer opportunities are in the following areas:
Mangrove Reforestation: Help rebuilding the depleted fish stocks caused by mangrove deforestation and destructive fishing practices, by helping with reforestation, seedlings preparation, community education and other related activities. Rehabilitation of the Sierra Madre Range: Due to deforestation and the resulting lack of tree cover, landslides killed hundreds after recent typhoons. Volunteers in this program will plant trees for at least four hours a day, and also participate in the area's environment education campaigns and community activities. Pasig River Rehabilitation Advocacy: Every last Sunday of February, the country's National Capital Region hosts its only internationally-sanctioned marathon, significant because it embraces environmental advocacy for the rehabilitation of the Philippine's most historic and important waterway, the Pasig River. Volunteers are needed for community campaigns and marathon administration for months before the race, and on race day itself volunteers are needed to help as support staff. Teaching Programs Day Care Centres: Volunteers teach children ages 3 to 5 in a day care centre for 2 to 4 hours a day. They will teach children the alphabet and basic concepts like colours, shapes, sizes, days of the week, and the like through songs, stories and play. Elementary and High School : Volunteers on the program teach elementary and high school students in public schools for two to four hours a day. Subjects taught include English, maths, science, health, and basic computer skills (only in schools where computers are available). Volunteers may teach on their own but there will be a local teacher available to assist. Health Program Philippine laws provide for a community health centre in each of its 41,000 barangays (communities). Sadly, not all communities have their own health centres and those that have one are woefully under-equipped and understaffed. Medically-trained volunteers may help in community health centres and hospitals, and may perform medical tasks depending on their skills and qualifications. They may also conduct trainings and workshops to train the people on hygiene, health care, reproductive health care, first-aid, and other health concerns. Volunteers may also help set up clinics in public schools and train teachers and students to become effective health officers and clinic custodians. Cultural Exchange Volunteers live with a Filipino family. This is a good opportunity for volunteers to learn about Filipino culture, lifestyle, language and people. We can arrange home stays in many parts of the Philippines. During this period volunteers will have the opportunity to participate in local festivals. School Building and Maintenance Program Volunteers on the program will be doing manual tasks of building. Your time will be spent repairing school buildings, painting roofs, walls, chalkboards, desks, teaching aids and other equipment. Volunteers may help in the installation of water pumps. Volunteers may also help in setting up of libraries. They can start by asking donations of old books from their families, friends, towns, parishes and former schools. They can encourage their popular use by the students through class visitations and regular story-telling sessions. The objective is to introduce to public school students the joys of using a library, which most do not experience until college, if at all. .: Program LocationThe program is centred around the quaint and laidback town of Dumangas, Iloilo. It is one of the oldest towns in the historic island of Panay. It prides itself as the town with the first stone Church in the island and the site of a famous battle with invading American forces. At present, Dumangas is a small town but is unparalleled in hospitality and endearing in its charm. It is a town of eight rivers, a long and winding coastline, a few caves, and a million smiles. It was the recipient of the Galing Pook (literally translated "good place") national award as having the best peace and order situation in the entire country in the year 2004..: Program RequirementsVolunteers for the Philippines program must:
.: Program ScheduleVolunteer programs start every 1st and 20th of each month, and can volunteer from between 2 weeks and 5 months. Volunteers will stay in Manila for the first two days for orientation (Program, Placement and Volunteer Work) and training (Language, Culture and History). On the third day, volunteers leave for their placements. They will get further orientation and local language training for three days before actual volunteer work. The orientation and training will be conducted by Serve Philippines staff. Saturdays and Sundays are days off. Volunteers may use the weekends to explore the neighboring islands..: Program CostThe cost of the program are as follows:Global Volunteer Network - Application Fee: US $350.00. The application fee covers administration, marketing, program information, communication and direct support of our partner in the Philippines. Philippines Program Fee:
The program fee covers administrative charge, training, accommodation and meals during training and placement, transportation for volunteers, and supervision. You will also need to meet the costs of your flights, visa, shots, travel insurance, police check, corresponding airport departure tax, and personal expenses. .: Volunteer JournalsIf you would like to read about the experiences of some of our volunteers who are currently in the Philippines, you can do so here. This journal service is provided free to all our volunteers.Click here .: Book ResourcesWe have a selection of books available that you may find useful if you decide to volunteer overseas.Click here .: Application ProcessAll applicants will be notified by email as to whether their application has been successful.(1) Complete the Application Form: Fill out the application form below. Upon receipt of the form we will assess your suitability for the program. (2) Contact You: If you are successful we will then email you a letter of acceptance. (3) Decision Point: Once you have read through the letter of acceptance and we have answered any questions or concerns that you might have, it is time to pay your application fee to secure your place on the program. Please note that we will refund your application fee if you decide not to go. (4) Confirmation: Once the application fee is paid, our volunteer partner will contact you to ensure everything is organized. We will also send you the link to our program guide which covers topics such as: country information, travel links, visa application process, fundraising ideas and much more! (5) Communication & Support: Throughout the application process, we are committed to working with you to answer any of your questions or concerns. During your placement we are also available as a form of support to you as a volunteer and will email you while in country to discuss how the program is going. To apply for this program, click here |
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