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Spend anywhere from 2 weeks to 12 months
volunteering in Peru, an ancient and wondrous land! We offer
a wide range of volunteer program possibilities and we work
with your requests to find the right one for you! Just tell
us what type of volunteer work you are interested in and we
will find the best placement available for you at that time.
The majority of projects are located near the capital of Lima,
although there are placements to be found all over the country.
The individual tasks that you will perform vary by the project.
Positions and start dates are limited. To reserve your placement,
click here.
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new Group Medical Program in Peru here!
Eligibility:
* At least 18 years old
* Intermediate level of Spanish - We strongly encourage you
to take our intensive language classes before you start your
volunteer placement if you are a beginner
* Eligible to receive a tourist visa to Peru
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Location:The
majority of projects are in or around Lima
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Length
of program: 2 weeks – 12 months, though
longer programs are always available.
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Start
dates: Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of each
month
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What
you get:
Accommodations:
During your Spanish lessons and/or your volunteer
project, you will live with a Peruvian family. You will be
provided with 2-3 meals a day and an invaluable insight into
the “real” Peru. Some host families will be able
to launder your clothes, but if your family does not have
a washer and dryer in their home, then you will need to plan
to spend around $3.50 USD per week on laundry. You may live
in a host family by yourself or with a small group of other
volunteers. A handful of volunteer projects offer on site
living instead of homestay accommodations.
Visa Documentation:
Most tourist visas are valid for up to 3
months. If you are interested in a longer program, we will
assist you in applying for a visa extension. We recommend
checking with your local Peruvian consulate for the most up
to date visa information.
Language Classes:
Optional language classes are available in Lima,
prior to your volunteer program. Language classes are a great way
to be introduced to a new country and improve your Spanish skills.
Classes are held prior to starting your volunteer work and are usually
one-on-one sessions with a personal tutor. Classes are 20 hours
per week (4 hours/day) for an additional USD$400/week and include
homestay accommodations and meals. These classes are highly recommended,
especially if you are not intermediate or have not practiced your
Spanish recently.
Volunteer Projects:
We have volunteer projects throughout Peru. Below is a brief sample
of the kinds of projects and locations we offer. If you are interested
in volunteering in an area you don’t see below, please consult
your Alliance Abroad Group coordinator. We do our best to accommodate
all requests.
Working with
Children
Our working with children projects aim to help children living in
poverty by giving them love, care, and education. As a volunteer
in one of these projects, your skills and compassion will be utilized
to help these children learn about the opportunities available to
them, so that they may eventually become productive members of society.
Teachers’ Assistants
Many of the public schools in Peru lack resources and
struggle to provide adequate education to their children. Volunteers
will teach basic English to your students and possibly train teachers.
Health Projects
Medical centers around Peru strive to provide
health care and health education to their community. They
often suffer from a lack of resources and funds. Volunteers
are there to help support the local doctors and nurses.
Soup Kitchen
The soup kitchen is a place where the community members
can come and have a warm meal. Many soup kitchens have to rely almost
entirely on volunteer support.
Elderly Care Center
Retirement homes have been set up to provide a place
for poor elderly to have a place to live late in their life. Volunteering
in the elderly care project will be demanding work, but extremely
appreciated by the older people you help.
Archeology
Volunteers will help with the conservation and
restoration projects that are being developed. You will have
the opportunity to work with archeologists and learn about
the Indian cultures.
*** Please note that specific details such
as exact work hours and the type of work, can only be determined
by expertise, skills, attitude, and Spanish fluency.
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Summary:
* Pre-departure orientation
* Guaranteed Volunteer Placement
* Visa assistance (if needed)
* Travel medical insurance
* Airport pickup
* Transfer to your accommodations
* Arrival orientation
* Accommodations and meals
* Full-time local representative in Peru
* 24/7 personal support
* Certificate of completion (upon request)
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Price:
AIDE is a non-profit organization. Donations contributed in
excess of the fair market value of services you receive from
AIDE may be tax deductible. Please consult your tax adviser.
2 Weeks: USD$
1,300
3 Weeks: USD$
1,485
4 Weeks: USD$
1,595
5 Weeks: USD$
1,630
6 Weeks: USD$
1,760
7 Weeks: USD$
1,980
8 Weeks:USD$
2,090
9 Weeks: USD$
2,345
10 Weeks: USD$
2,595
11 Weeks: USD$
2,840
12 Weeks: USD$
3,080
13 Weeks: USD$
3,330
Each additional week: USD$ 250
Language Classes
Fees
1 week: USD$ 400
2 weeks: USD$ 800
3 weeks: USD$ 1,200
Prices are subject to changes. Prices do
not include airfare, visa fees and personal expenses.
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Any questions?
* Request
more info
* Call our toll free: 1 866 6ABROAD
* Chat
with us live
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