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Volunteer in Russia

 

The Global Volunteer Network currently has volunteer opportunities available through our partner organization in the very ancient and mysterious Russia. Russians are very hospitable and open people and will be very glad to host volunteers into families and their hearts. Volunteers have the opportunity to work with disabled children in special social centers, boarding schools and kindergartens.

.: The Program

Volunteers work with children from 2 to 15 years old. The children have different forms of medical and physical disabilities. Many of them can�t attend schools and are training at home or in special centers with special teachers.

The role for volunteers is to:
  • entertain the children
  • sing songs with them
  • teach English
  • help with special physical exercises
  • take the children for a walk
The volunteers will work for about 6 to 8 hours each day for five days a week (Saturday and Sunday are days off). This program enables the disabled children to grow and develop through your interaction and support.

You can start the program at any time during the year. There is a minimum volunteer time of 2 weeks and a maximum of 3 months.

Because of the nature of the work all volunteers are required to get a medical certificate and a police report.

.: Program Location

The volunteer program is located in the very ancient Russian city Yaroslavl which was founded in 1010 by Prince Yaroslav the Wise. Yaroslavl is situated on the picturesque banks of the Volga River, approximately 260 kms northeast from Moscow (a 3-4 hours drive by car). You will be transported to and from the airport by the program coordinators.

For more information about Yaroslavl click here.

.: Program Requirements

As a volunteer in Russia you must:
  • be a native speaker of English
  • be 21 years old or over
  • have no health problems
  • be enthusiastic
  • be from Australia, Canada, Europe, Ireland, UK, USA or New Zealand

.: Program Cost

The costs of the program are as follows:

Global Volunteer Network - Application Fee: US $297.00. The application fee covers administration, marketing, program information, communication and direct support of our partner in Russia. (This fee is paid to us before you leave for Russia).

Russia Program Fee
The costs of the program are as follows:

Russian Program fee (home-stay accommodation):
  • Cost for 2 weeks will be US $599.00
  • Cost for 3 weeks will be US $677.00
  • Cost for 4 weeks will be US $785.00
  • Cost for 6 weeks will be US $1,005.00
  • Cost for 9 weeks will be US $1,335.00
  • Cost for 12 weeks will be US $1,665.00
The program fee covers administrative charges, accommodation, airport transfers (Moscow-Yaroslavl and Yaroslavl-Moscow ), pre-departure preparation assistance, invitation expenses and expenses for preparation of all necessary papers and documents, registration in local police department.

The other costs you will need to meet are:

Your flights to Russia and back, Visa, shots, vaccination, medical certificate, medical and travel insurance, police report and corresponding airport departure taxes. You will also need a weekly budget from US $50 to US $100 to cater for meals and beverages, and other expenses such as personal items and entertainment.

.: Frequently Asked Questions

We have put together the following page, which answers the majority of questions people have.
Click here.

.: Book Resources

We have a selection of books available that you may find useful if you decide to volunteer in Russia.
Click here

.: Application Process

All applicants will be notified by email as to whether their application has been successful.

(1) Complete the Application Form: Fill out the application form via the link 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 your volunteer placement we will communicate with you to see how you are progressing and discuss any issues.

Click here to apply for the Russia program.
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