VOLUNTEER IN A PERUVIAN ORPHANAGE

Volunteering with Orphans in Peru,m any children in Peru find themselves in orphanages due to heartbreaking circumstances, such as domestic violence, poverty, and the loss of parents. While these institutions provide essential necessities like food, shelter, and education, children also yearn for love, attention, and quality time from caring individuals.

Benefits of Volunteering at Orphanages

Volunteering at an orphanage offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children in need. Here are some of the key benefits you'll experience:

• • Make a Difference: Your time, energy, and skills will directly benefit orphaned children who may lack love, attention, and positive role models.
  • Provide Emotional Support: Offer companionship, friendship, and a sense of belonging to children who may have experienced difficult circumstances.
  • Share Your Skills and Knowledge: Teach children new things through games, activities, or workshops based on your interests and talents (arts, crafts, sports, music, etc.).
  • Gain Personal Growth: Develop your patience, compassion, and communication skills while fostering a sense of purpose and fulfillment.
  • Cultural Exchange: Immerse yourself in the local Peruvian culture while learning more about the lives of orphans and the challenges they face.

Additional Benefits:

• • Enhance your resume: Volunteering experience can be a valuable asset for future job applications, especially in fields like childcare or social work.
  • Build new friendships: Connect with other volunteers who share your passion for helping others.
  • Create lasting memories: Form meaningful bonds with the children and create positive memories that will stay with you for a lifetime.

By volunteering at an orphanage, you'll not only be helping children in need, but you'll also be enriching your own life in countless ways.

Volunteer Schedule

Volunteers are required to work from Monday to Friday, either in the morning form 8 am to 1 pm or afternoon from 2pm to 7pm.

Volunteer Period and Certification

The minimum volunteer commitment is one month, but you can extend your stay in weekly increments. Upon completion, you'll receive a certification signed by the orphanage director and the volunteer program director. This certification can be valuable for internships and future job applications. We can also provide references upon request from universities or workplaces.

Funding and Program Costs

Our program operates independently, without government or NGO funding. Program members are not financially dependent on volunteer contributions. To cover operational costs, volunteers make a contribution, the details of which are explained on our website: https://volunteerinsouthamerica.com/accomodation-contibutions.

We are happy to answer any questions you may have about the program or contributions.

Application Process

Ready to Join Us?

1. 1. Review Information: Carefully review the program details on our website: https://volunteerinsouthamerica.com/
   2. Express Interest: If you're interested, send an email expressing your interest to info@volunteerinsouthamerica.com or volunteerinsouthamerica@gmail.com
   3. Contact Information: Include a valid phone number and email address for us to reach you.

Eligibility Requirements

• • 18 years or older
  • Good mental and physical health
  • Basic understanding of Spanish (or willingness to learn)
  • International medical insurance (required upon confirmation of participation)

Additional Considerations

While applications from students in teaching fields (education, psychology, sociology, etc.) are welcome, relevant experience or coursework is a plus. We encourage you to highlight your passion for teaching and your desire to contribute to our mission in your application email.