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Building an Orphan care

The experience

The construction of an Orphan Care Center is a vital and compassionate initiative aimed at providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for vulnerable children who have lost their parents or have been abandoned. This facility will serve as a home of hope, love, and healing—meeting the basic needs of orphans while also empowering them through education, healthcare, and emotional support.

What you offer

25 hours of help per week

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

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

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.

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 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.

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!

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.

Pub Crawls: Be a part of our pub crawls at local bars!

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.

Surfboards: You can use our surfboards as much as you want.

Yoga classes: Take free yoga classes at our place.

Surf lessons: Take free surf classes at the local beaches.

Dance classes: Take free dance classes at our place.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Holistic Therapies: You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.

Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.

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

Requirements

Intermediate English

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

1. Introduction

This agreement outlines the collaboration between NEGO Foundation and its partners, donors, or stakeholders in the implementation and development of an Orphan Care Center. The goal of this program is to provide comprehensive care, protection, and empowerment to orphaned and vulnerable children through the establishment of a fully equipped and sustainable center.


2. Program Objectives

To construct a secure, child-friendly orphan care facility.

To provide basic needs including shelter, food, clothing, and ihealthcare.

To ensure access to quality education, psychosocial support, and spiritual growth.

To create a nurturing environment that supports emotional healing and personal development.

To promote community involvement in the welfare of orphaned children.


3. Scope of Program Activities

Infrastructure Development: Building dormitories, classrooms, kitchen and dining facilities, health bay, and recreational areas.

Staff Recruitment & Training: Hiring qualified caregivers, teachers, counselors, and medical personnel.

Child Enrollment & Care: Identifying and admitting eligible children into the center.

Community Engagement: Working with local leaders and volunteers to support child welfare and community integration.

Monitoring & Evaluation: Conducting regular assessments to measure impact, accountability, and sustainability.


4. Partner Responsibilities

Each party involved in this agreement shall commit to the following:

NEGO Foundation: Lead project implementation, oversee construction, manage daily operations, and ensure compliance with child protection standards.

Partners/Donors: Provide financial, technical, or material support as agreed; participate in monitoring visits and program reviews.

Local Authorities/Community Leaders

Activities & Shift

Daily Activities & Shifts for Orphan Care Center Staff

Position: Child Caregiver / Orphanage Staff Member

Working Hours: 3 Shifts (Morning, Afternoon, Night)

Morning Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Afternoon Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Night Shift: 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM


1. Morning Shift (6:00 AM – 2:00 PM)

Daily Activities:

Wake up the children and assist with hygiene routines (bathing, brushing teeth, etc.)

Supervise and assist in dressing, especially for younger children

Prepare and serve breakfast

Organize morning devotion or motivational talks

Escort children to school or organize learning activities for those staying onsite

Clean living areas, dormitories, and common spaces

Health check-ups or monitoring any child under medication

Documentation and daily reporting of attendance and health records

Staff handover briefing for afternoon shift

2. Afternoon Shift (2:00 PM – 10:00 PM)

Daily Activities:

Receive children returning from school and ensure handwashing and uniform changes

Prepare and serve lunch or snacks

Supervise homework, reading sessions, or tutoring

Organize recreational activities (games, art, music, storytelling)

Provide emotional support and mentorship conversations

Prepare children for dinner (hygiene, setting tables)

Serve dinner and supervise mealtime

Organize evening devotion, songs, or short lessons

Assist children in preparing for bedtime

Record behavioral observations and progress for the day

Conduct shift handover with night staff


3. Night Shift (10:00 PM – 6:00 AM)

Daily Activities:

Ensure safety and security of the premises throughout the night

Conduct hourly checks on children (especially toddlers and sick children)

Be on standby for emergencies or any child in distress

Monitor dormitory cleanliness and comfort (e.g.

Rules

ORPHAN CARE CENTER RULES & GUIDELINES

1. Child Protection Rules

No physical punishment, threats, or abusive language is allowed.

Respect every child’s dignity – avoid favoritism, name-calling, or shaming.

No one is allowed to be alone with a child in a closed space without supervision.

All cases of illness, injury, or emotional distress must be reported immediately to the administration.

Photography or video recording of children is strictly prohibited without official permission.

2. Staff & Volunteer Conduct

All staff and volunteers must sign a Code of Conduct and Child Protection Policy.

Maintain confidentiality of all information related to children and their backgrounds.

Show up on time for your assigned shift and respect shift handover protocols.

Always wear your official ID badge while on duty.

Use respectful and uplifting language with both children and colleagues.


3. Hygiene & Cleanliness

All dormitories, toilets, and eating areas must be kept clean and sanitized daily.

Children must bathe at least once a day and wear clean clothes.

Staff must maintain personal hygiene and set a good example for children.

Waste must be disposed of properly in designated bins.


4. Meal & Health Regulations

Meals must be served on time and fairly.

Sick children must be taken to the clinic or cared for as instructed by the nurse.

No expired food or unsafe items should be served or kept on premises.

Children must wash hands before meals and after toilet use.



5. Safety & Security

No unauthorized visitors allowed within children's dormitories.

Gate should remain locked after visiting hours (unless emergency access is required).

No weapons, alcohol, or drugs allowed on the premises.

Fire exits and emergency kits must always be accessible and well maintaine