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Make a Difference: Join Us in Teaching and Inspiring Children!

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The experience

invites travelers to teach English to local children, helping them gain skills for a brighter future. Volunteers stay with a local family, sharing meals and learning about Lombok’s culture. Activities include interactive lessons, cultural exchange, and exploring nearby beaches. It’s a unique opportunity to make an impact while immersing yourself in village life.

What you offer

2 hours of help per day

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

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

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

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

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 13 Per day

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

Description: The $13 fee covers food, water, and accommodation during your stay. It also helps sustain the Lombok Volunteer Homestay project, ensuring its continued support for the local community and children.

What you get

1 day off per week

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

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

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

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

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Requirements

Intermediate English or Intermediate English

Between 18 and 70 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

is a community-focused initiative that welcomes travelers to immerse themselves in local culture while making a meaningful impact. The primary activity is teaching English to children in the village, helping them build skills for a better future. Volunteers participate in interactive lessons, often incorporating games, art, and cultural exchange to make learning enjoyable.

In addition to teaching, volunteers have the opportunity to experience traditional Lombok life. This includes joining family meals, learning local crafts, and exploring the surrounding natural beauty, such as nearby beaches and snorkeling spots.

Volunteers typically stay for 3-7 days, but longer stays are welcome. The homestay provides a chance to connect deeply with the local community, fostering friendships and understanding. It is an enriching experience for those who wish to contribute their skills and learn about a different way of life.

Activities & Shift

Daily Activities

1. Morning

Free time for volunteers to explore the area, interact with locals, or participate in any organized cultural activities like visiting nearby farms, markets, or learning local crafts.

Optional preparation for afternoon lessons (e.g., creating lesson plans, gathering materials).



2. Afternoon Teaching (Main Activity)

Shift Timing: 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM (approx.).

Volunteers work with children aged 6–14, focusing on English lessons, games, and activities.

Sessions are interactive and combine teaching with fun methods like singing, drawing, and playing educational games.



3. Evening

Community bonding: Join local families for dinner, participate in traditional activities, or enjoy cultural exchanges.

Relax and socialize with fellow volunteers.




Additional Activities

Workshops or Skill Sharing: Volunteers can introduce their skills, such as art, sports, or music, to enrich the children’s learning experience.

Weekend Excursions: Andar organizes trips to nearby attractions like Gili Asahan, 3 islands trip near the village and snorkeling spots, or cultural landmarks.


Flexibility

The schedule can adapt to volunteers’ interests, weather conditions, and the village’s needs.

Volunteers who stay longer might assist with more in-depth projects, like organizing events or improving learning materials.


If you’re planning to join, Andar can provide more specific details tailored to your interests!

Rules

Respect the local culture, including dressing modestly.

Avoid smoking or drinking alcohol in public areas within the village.

Keep the homestay and village environment clean.

Always be friendly, patient, and respectful towards the children.

Use a positive approach while teaching; avoid raising your voice or showing any harsh behavior.