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Empower communities, transform lives: join our impactful volunteer project

The experience

The project is a volunteer-driven initiative focused on uplifting underserved communities through vocational training, youth mentorship, women’s empowerment, financial literacy, and infrastructure support. Volunteers collaborate with locals to build skills, foster self-reliance, and promote sustainable development while gaining cross-cultural experience.

What you offer

18 hours of help per week

Elderly Care: Assisting and spending time with the elderly.

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

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

Teaching Sports: Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 15 Per day

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers and Donation to project

Description: The volunteer fee covers accommodation, meals, training, and project materials. It also supports staff coordination, emergency assistance, and overall program management to ensure a safe, impactful, and enriching experience for every volunteer. Your contribution directly supports both your stay and the local community.

What you get

3 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.

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.

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

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

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

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!

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

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.

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

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Requirements

Beginner English

Between 18 and 55 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

The Empower Local Community Project is a dynamic grassroots initiative dedicated to uplifting underserved communities through hands-on, people-centered development. By connecting passionate local and international volunteers with communities in need, the project provides practical training, mentorship, and support in areas such as vocational skills, entrepreneurship, education, youth empowerment, financial literacy, and infrastructure improvement.

Volunteers work alongside community members to co-create sustainable solutions that foster self-reliance, economic opportunity, and social resilience. Whether helping a women’s cooperative launch a small business, mentoring local youth in leadership and life skills, or renovating a classroom, every activity contributes to a broader mission: building stronger, more empowered communities from the ground up.

Designed to promote cross-cultural understanding and long-term impact, the Empower Local Community Project offers a unique opportunity for volunteers and communities to learn, grow, and transform—together.

Activities & Shift

📅 Monday to Friday – Core Volunteer Days
🕒 Typical Volunteer Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Volunteers generally work 3–6 hours per day, with breaks included. Activities may vary by location, season, and community needs.

🔹 Morning Shift (8:30 AM – 12:00 PM)
Focus: Hands-on Project Work or Training

-Facilitate vocational or business training workshops
-Mentor youth or assist in classroom sessions
-Support small business activities or visit women’s groups
-Work on infrastructure (e.g., painting, repairs, sanitation upgrades)
-Engage in community gardening or farm-based tasks

☕ Break: 10:30 AM – 10:45 AM

🍽️ Lunch Break (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM)
Meals are shared with host families, fellow volunteers, or onsite

An opportunity to rest, bond, and enjoy local cuisine

🔸 Afternoon Shift (1:00 PM – 4:30 PM)
Focus: Planning, Mentoring, Community Engagement

-Assist in financial literacy or entrepreneurship mentoring sessions
-Help youth with education support or career planning
-Develop training resources, manuals, or fundraising ideas
-Meet with community leaders or attend planning sessions
-Document activities and monitor progress (photos, notes, feedback)

Evenings (Optional Activities)
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

-Cultural exchange nights (language sharing, cooking, dance)
-Informal team debriefs and planning for next day
-Local market visits, storytelling, or game nights with the community

Weekends – Rest & Cultural Immersion
No scheduled project work

-Optional excursions (local landmarks, markets, nature walks)
-Participate in traditional events, family gatherings, or workshops
-Personal time for reflection, journaling, or group outings

NOTE: ALL THE SHIFTS ARE FLEXIBLE

Rules

Volunteer Rules & Code of Conduct
To ensure a safe, respectful, and impactful experience, all volunteers must follow these guidelines:

-Respect the Community
Be kind, humble, and culturally sensitive. Listen and learn without judgment.

-Commitment
Be punctual, reliable, and complete assigned tasks responsibly.

-Dress Appropriately
Wear modest, practical clothing suited to the work and local norms.

-No Drugs or Misuse of Alcohol
Illegal substances are strictly prohibited. Alcohol is not allowed during work hours and should be consumed respectfully.

-Safety
Follow health and safety instructions. Inform coordinators if leaving project areas.

-Shared Spaces
Keep accommodations clean and be considerate of others, especially during quiet hours.

-Child & Vulnerable Group Protection
Always work in pairs. Do not discipline children or take photos without permission.

-Media Use
Be respectful in what you post online. Avoid sharing sensitive content.

-No Romantic Relationships with Locals
Maintain professionalism and avoid any romantic involvement with community members.

-Team Spirit
Be open-minded, adaptable, and cooperative with staff and fellow volunteers.