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Experiencing Sustainable Community and Cultural Immersion

The experience

Be part of an extraordinary journey that blends cultural immersion with supporting the preservation of traditional crafts, empower local youth in the heart of the Dong Van Global Geopark, where you can immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of the Hmong, Red Dzao, Tay and Lo Lo tribes. We offers a unique opportunity for volunteers, responsible travelers, interns, participants, and learners to engage in meaningful activities

What you offer

25 hours of help per week

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

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

Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 29 Per day

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

Description: Homestay experience. Daily meals, including any special meals . Cost for each activity such as tea picking, tea processing workshops, cultural workshops, and other experiences. Local guides, instructors, and artisans conducting workshops and activities. Cost for transportation on program site

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.

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.

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

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

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

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

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

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

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

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.

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

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

Requirements

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

1. Experience Life as a Local Farmer:
• Tea Picking: Harvest tea leaves from the ancient Snow Shan tea mountain ranges.
• Tea Processing: Learn traditional methods of processing tea, including smoke tea in bamboo tubes, white fairy tea, white peony tea, dragon tea, and puerh tea.
• Hemp Fabric Making & Batik Art: Participate in creating hemp fabric and experience the intricate batik art of the Hmong tribe.
2. Cultural Workshops: Traditional Craft Making
• Hemp Fabric: Learn the traditional methods of making hemp fabric, including spinning, weaving, and dyeing.
• Bamboo Paper: Discover the ancient art of bamboo paper making.
• Local Handicrafts: Participate in crafting local handicrafts, preserving the cultural heritage of the region.
3. Community Development Projects
• Aid in the revival of traditional craft products such as bamboo paper, hemp cotton, incense, and silver.
• Help revive and promote traditional culture and skills.
• Educate the public about handicraft producers and their products.
• Pattern Research: Work with artisans to research and innovate traditional patterns.
• Assist local artisans in attending international trade fairs to showcase new products and find new markets.
• Organize exhibitions on ethnic traditions to raise awareness and empower artisans.
4. Vocational Training and Capacity Building
Provide education and training programs for local youth, empowering them to take on leadership roles within the community and tourism industry through a microfinance program.
5. Sanitation and Hygiene Initiatives
• Sanitation Projects: Help locals get access to clean, safe toilets and educate them on maintaining hygiene.
• Health Education: Conduct workshops to educate the community on the importance of sanitation and hygiene for better health.

Activities & Shift

1. Experience Life as a Local Farmer:
• Tea Picking: Harvest tea leaves from the ancient Snow Shan tea mountain ranges.
• Tea Processing: Learn traditional methods of processing tea, including smoke tea in bamboo tubes, white fairy tea, white peony tea, dragon tea, and puerh tea.
• Hemp Fabric Making & Batik Art: Participate in creating hemp fabric and experience the intricate batik art of the Hmong tribe.
2. Cultural Workshops: Traditional Craft Making
• Hemp Fabric: Learn the traditional methods of making hemp fabric, including spinning, weaving, and dyeing.
• Bamboo Paper: Discover the ancient art of bamboo paper making.
• Local Handicrafts: Participate in crafting local handicrafts, preserving the cultural heritage of the region.
3. Community Development Projects
• Aid in the revival of traditional craft products such as bamboo paper, hemp cotton, incense, and silver.
• Help revive and promote traditional culture and skills.
• Educate the public about handicraft producers and their products.
• Pattern Research: Work with artisans to research and innovate traditional patterns.
• Assist local artisans in attending international trade fairs to showcase new products and find new markets.
• Organize exhibitions on ethnic traditions to raise awareness and empower artisans.
4. Vocational Training and Capacity Building
Provide education and training programs for local youth, empowering them to take on leadership roles within the community and tourism industry through a microfinance program.

Rules

1. Respect and Cultural Sensitivity
Embrace the diversity of backgrounds—each participant brings unique cultural perspectives. Treat your fellow travelers, local staff, and community members with respect and sensitivity. Avoid making assumptions or insensitive jokes, and take the opportunity to learn from each other’s experiences.

2. Communication and Accountability
Maintain open and clear communication with your program coordinator. Inform us promptly about any issues, schedule changes, or emergencies. A proactive approach helps prevent misunderstandings.

Commit to your assigned tasks and responsibilities. Manage your schedule diligently, and notify your supervisor if you anticipate any delays or conflicts.

3. Behavior and Professionalism
Positive Attitude: Approach your tasks with enthusiasm and a problem-solving mindset. Always act with integrity, kindness, and professionalism.

4. Legal and Local Regulations
Adhere to all local laws and regulations. Our program environment is built on mutual respect of both local governance and our internal policies.

5. Final Reminders
This program is an opportunity not only for you to contribute but also to grow personally and professionally. Embrace the learning journey with an open mind and constructive spirit.