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Empower young mothers while immersing in the Peruvian culture

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The experience

We support young mothers in the Peruvian Andes, empowering them with both parenting guidance and skills for independence. Our goal is to help them create a nurturing environment for their children while gaining personal fulfillment as well. For you, we promise a rewarding experience where you will feel the profound satisfaction of making a difference while immersing yourself in the unique Peruvian culture.

What you offer

5 hours of help per day

Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.

Teaching Languages: Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.

Child Care: Caring for, playing with, and spending time with children.

Arts: Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 150 Per week

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project

Description: Expand Peru relies on the contributions made by volunteers to sustain its programs. Your financial support covers essential expenses, including the purchase of materials for workshops and activities, wages of dedicated staff like teachers and psychologists, and your accommodation. Additionally, these contributions fund the administrative and operational costs that guarantee the continuity of this program. Fees are $150/week or $500/month.

What you get

2 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Discounts on Parties: Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.

Discounts on Restaurants: Get discounts at nearby restaurants.

Discounts on Pubs: Get discounts at nearby pubs.

Discounts on Drinks: Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Free Parties: Get free entrance for the best parties in town.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Dance classes: Take free dance classes at our place.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Beginner Spanish or Beginner English

Between 18 and 65 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

This program is dedicated to empowering young mothers, equipping them with tools and resources to raise their children in a healthy and successful environment at the same time as we foster their independence and promote their overall development. We work in two fronts:

• Supportive parenting guidance: offering comprehensive guidance and emotional support to these girls, helping them develop effective parenting skills and boost their self-esteem. Our goal is to ensure they can provide a healthy and nurturing environment for their children’s development.

• Skill development for independence: providing training and resources to help them acquire skills that promote independence. This includes workshops and opportunities for personal and professional growth, enabling them to build a stable and self-sufficient future.

Learn more: www.expandperu.org/en/volunteer-peru-young-mothers

Activities & Shift

You will work from 8:00 to 13:00, Monday to Friday. These are the types of activities our volunteers typically perform:

• Provide emotional support and guidance to young mothers.
• Assist with childcare and educational activities for their children.
• Help mothers understand their children's needs and development stages.
• Conduct workshops on responsible parenting and essential parenting skills.
• Organize activities that promote self-esteem and empowerment for mothers.
• Offer health and well-being resources for both mothers and children.
• Lead discussions on nutrition, hygiene, childcare, and emotional health.