No qualifications are required, just a love and respect for animals and the environment and a willingness to work in a communal environment.
Description:
The Umpalazi: Community & Wildlife Project incorporates local community upliftment, including skills training, environmental education and aid work; with the rehabilitation of injured and/or orphaned wildlife for future release and monitoring. Umpalazi also provides sanctuary for other displaced animals. Volunteers are needed to keep this project going.
Volunteers will have a unique opportunity to work closely with South African wildlife, primarily the South African Vervet Monkey. Volunteers will have a direct and positive impact on the conservation of wildlife and the environment through snare/trap clearing;game counts; bird watching; invasive weed removal and other environmental management activities. There are also opportunities to live with a Zulu family (for a day etc.), and visit other attractions in KwaZulu-Natal (i.e. CROW, Game Reserves, St.Lucia Wetlands etc.)
The Umpalazi: Community & Wildlife Project relies on volunteer fees to survive, thus without them, there would be no project. Therefore if you volunteer at Umpalazi, you are directly conserving South Africa's wildlife (particulary vervet monkeys) and environment. Numerous orphaned and injured vervet monkeys are rehabililtated at APES (project partner) and, thus Umpalazi, and as a volunteer you will provide the resources and help to give these beings a chance at a better life.
The local Zulu community also benefit greatly via employment, skills training (an upcoming project, again depending on the number of volunteers due to limited funds), environmental education and aid work.
Getting There:
Visit our website at www.umpalazi.org or email de@umpalazi.org for a volunteer application form.
Once accepted into the project you will get detailed instructions on how to get to Umpalazi, all included in the volunteer info pack. Usually international volunteers travel to Johannesburg airport and are met by our contact at Shoestrings Airport Lodge; you will be booked onto the 'Baz Bus' and take the 6 hour journey from the backpackers to our pickup point, Mooi River. From there Co-founders, Dawn and Rodney, will take you to Umpalazi.
Cost/Fees:
(GBP): £610 per month
* 50% deposit is required upon acceptance to the Umpalazi Project.
* The remaining 50% is required at least 2 weeks before intended arrival date.
Cost Inclusions:
* All meals are provided (excluding snacks, sweets etc.)
* Basic but comfortable accommodation is provided.
* Volunteers will initially stay at the Animal Protection and Environmental Sanctuary (APES) until Umpalazi is up and running.
* Male/female accommodation is separate unless travelling as a couple.
* Laundry will be done once weekly.
* In-country orientation/Training
* In-country staff support
Available days/best time to come:
This volunteer opportunity is ongoing, volunteers are asked to stay for a minimum of 4 weeks.
For more information or to apply please visit www.umpalazi.org or email de@umpalazi.org...
Age requirement 18yrs old- 65
Conversational to proficient in English
Willing to work with youth
Looking for a unique and amazing experience
takes initiative, need minimum supervision
In healthy condition, enough to walk short or long distances
Some knowledge and familiarity with Math, Science, English, other subjects
Description:
Volunteers will contribute their valuable time as teaching assistants and tutors in primary and secondary schools, and childcare workers in day care centres in Venda, South Africa. They will have the opportunity to be directly involved in the motivation and development of young people's lives and ultimately helping to bridge gaps and influence change in the 'New South Africa'.
Teaching Assistance/Tutoring: Volunteers with varying skills will be able to help in areas of academic and skill development through mentoring and tutoring activities. Currently there are schools in South Africa that struggle to meet their achievement goals, achieve specific skill sets, and motivate young people. There are many factors contributing to this challenge from high student to teacher ratio, lack of resources, and most important history. We have opportunities for volunteers to assist with teaching at preschool, primary and secondary levels. At primary and secondary levels, volunteer teaching assistants can help teach core subjects, such as English, mathematics, life skills, and science. The subjects will be relative to each school's needs; however the greatest need is typically in math and science, particularly at the secondary school level. There will be additional opportunities for tutoring, career development, and organizing extracurricular activities for students.
Volunteer preschool teachers will teach Basic English skills and carry out basic childcare duties. This role is suitable for a caring, motivated, and self-directed person. At this time, a teaching qualification is not required but volunteers need to be confident in the above subjects and preferably have, or are studying towards a university degree.
Childcare: Volunteers may work in settings such as day care centres or "places of safety" in the community. The town's Children's Home and certain foster home situations are referred to locally as "places of safety". As a volunteer, you can help by working with children ages 2-6, helping with general caretaking like handing out porridge and brushing teeth, teaching English, reading, writing and pronunciation. Simple math and counting, body hygiene, crafts and educational games for younger children may be available as well. Volunteers will be able to use this time to display their mentoring experience, and motivate the students toward a positive future.
Typical Subjects
Crèches/Pre-schools
Language and Literacy
Creative activities (Music, dance and art)
Primary Education (6-11 years)/Drop in Center
English
Math
Science
*Tutoring and Career Development
*Recreational Activities and Life skill workshops
Junior Secondary (12-14 years)/Drop in Center
English
Math
Science
*Tutoring and Career Development
*Recreational Activities and Life Skill Workshops
Apply Today! E:mail Me at info@zoteworldwide.com ...
Age requirement 18yrs old- 65
Conversational to proficient in English
Willing to work with youth
Looking for a unique and amazing experience
takes initiative, need minimum supervision
In healthy condition, enough to walk short or long distances
Some knowledge and familiarity with Math, Science, English, other subjects
Description:
Volunteers will contribute their valuable time as teaching assistants and tutors in primary and secondary schools, and childcare workers in day care centres in Venda, South Africa. They will have the opportunity to be directly involved in the motivation and development of young people's lives and ultimately helping to bridge gaps and influence change in the 'New South Africa'.
Teaching Assistance/Tutoring: Volunteers with varying skills will be able to help in areas of academic and skill development through mentoring and tutoring activities. Currently there are schools in South Africa that struggle to meet their achievement goals, achieve specific skill sets, and motivate young people. There are many factors contributing to this challenge from high student to teacher ratio, lack of resources, and most important history. We have opportunities for volunteers to assist with teaching at preschool, primary and secondary levels. At primary and secondary levels, volunteer teaching assistants can help teach core subjects, such as English, mathematics, life skills, and science. The subjects will be relative to each school's needs; however the greatest need is typically in math and science, particularly at the secondary school level. There will be additional opportunities for tutoring, career development, and organizing extracurricular activities for students.
Volunteer preschool teachers will teach Basic English skills and carry out basic childcare duties. This role is suitable for a caring, motivated, and self-directed person. At this time, a teaching qualification is not required but volunteers need to be confident in the above subjects and preferably have, or are studying towards a university degree.
Childcare: Volunteers may work in settings such as day care centres or "places of safety" in the community. The town's Children's Home and certain foster home situations are referred to locally as "places of safety". As a volunteer, you can help by working with children ages 2-6, helping with general caretaking like handing out porridge and brushing teeth, teaching English, reading, writing and pronunciation. Simple math and counting, body hygiene, crafts and educational games for younger children may be available as well. Volunteers will be able to use this time to display their mentoring experience, and motivate the students toward a positive future.
Typical Subjects
Crèches/Pre-schools
Language and Literacy
Creative activities (Music, dance and art)
Primary Education (6-11 years)/Drop in Center
English
Math
Science
*Tutoring and Career Development
*Recreational Activities and Life skill workshops
Junior Secondary (12-14 years)/Drop in Center
English
Math
Science
*Tutoring and Career Development
*Recreational Activities and Life Skill Workshops
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elandshoek,Mpumalanga district(40 km from Nelspruit)
Qualifications:
some experience in building and working with children is a pre.
Description:
building of bridges, and buildings.(making fences, laying out waterpipes.)
working with children in a creche.
small practical things can help the rural community here in Elandshoek.
the local municipality can't provide all the basic services.
We try to fill the gap by giving employment, building bridges and buildings and other small practical projects.
at the same time we provide trips to the Kruger National Park, the Sudwala caves, the Jane Goodall Institute, etc
so it is a combination of volunteerwork and making trips in the beautifull Lowveld.
We provide accomodation and food as well.
for the building projects a minimum stay is 1 week, max 1 month
if you are interested you can mail us at Elandsvalley@telkomsa.net
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We list a number of conservation based projects which benefit and involve the community at various levels. These range from leopard monitoring, baboon behaviour studies, working with street kids and meerkat research projects. Visit our site for more information....
Some of the orphanages open only in the afternoon after a normal school schedule. In these particular orphanages, volunteers will teach in the regular schools the orphans attend and later work in the orphanage with the children after normal school hours.
Description:
To those in the west, an orphanage can seem a sad place, but for some South African children, an orphanage provides a refuge from the harsh conditions of the streets. It is a place where they can laugh, learn, and grow—an opportunity to experience the childhood they never really had before they entered the orphanage. Global Crossroad’s volunteers offer education, compassion, and friendship these children lacked while living on the streets.
The exact job responsibilities of orphanage volunteers in South Africa depend on the needs of the individual orphanage as well as the skills and interests of the volunteers. Volunteers usually teach basic English to the children and also help to develop creative programs such as art, music, dance, and sports. Volunteers may be asked to accompany the children on day trips and help with sanitation, cooking, and administration.
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Some of the orphanages open only in the afternoon after a normal school schedule. In these particular orphanages, volunteers will teach in the regular schools the orphans attend and later work in the orphanage with the children after normal school hours.
Description:
To those in the west, an orphanage can seem a sad place, but for some South African children, an orphanage provides a refuge from the harsh conditions of the streets. It is a place where they can laugh, learn, and grow—an opportunity to experience the childhood they never really had before they entered the orphanage. Global Crossroad’s volunteers offer education, compassion, and friendship these children lacked while living on the streets.
The exact job responsibilities of orphanage volunteers in South Africa depend on the needs of the individual orphanage as well as the skills and interests of the volunteers. Volunteers usually teach basic English to the children and also help to develop creative programs such as art, music, dance, and sports. Volunteers may be asked to accompany the children on day trips and help with sanitation, cooking, and administration.
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As a volunteer in South Africa, you will have the unique opportunity to experience the culture of one of the most diverse nations in the world from the inside out. South African WomanAfter over 300 years of apartheid, South Africa’s population embraces people of European, Asian, African, and indigenous descent - including the Xhosa, Zulu, Sotho, Tswana, Pedi, Swazi, and the Khoi San.
Description:
Volunteering with CCS in South Africa you'll learn about the legacy of apartheid and how it shapes present-day Cape Town's social landscape. You'll learn about the changes, celebrations, and challenges that have emerged within its young democracy of ten years where the socio-economic impacts of poverty, unemployment and HIV/AIDS will be highlighted. You'll experience and enjoy a safe and structured program designed to help you truly immerse yourself in the local culture. You'll work side-by-side with the local people, contributing directly to community-based projects, some of which are located in townships. These dynamic grassroots organizations help to provide education, employment, social assistance, and health care - including HIV/AIDS outreach and education....
Volunteers work within Cape Town and smaller outlying towns of the Western Cape, teaching English and many other subjects in schools. Volunteers can also choose to join care projects in orphanages, children’s hospitals and crèches in Cape Town and the surrounding area.
By living and working in these mixed-race communities you'll start to understand the complexities of South Africa's past and present, and help to give the younger generation the tools they need for the future.
Sports volunteers work further a long the coast near Durban at our children’s activity camp and Conservation volunteers are located in the north of South Africa in game reserves on the border with Botswana.
Description:
Five times the size of Great Britain, South Africa's position at the southern tip of Africa has created a diversity of lifestyles and a diversity of environments, from the lofty Drakensberg Mountain range to the Cape Vineyards.
Thought to be the birthplace of mankind, this land historically attracted Europeans as a gateway to Africa. At the start of the 21st century, South Africa is leading the way in African politics, and is seen as an inspiration to other countries. With eleven national languages, and a variety of religions South Africa truly is the 'Rainbow Nation'.
Projects are available for anyone interested in volunteering in the developing world; whether you are on a gap year, a summer placement, or a career break....
The Saving the Cheetah program is one of our most informational programs. It is based at the Research and Breeding Center, which has established itself as one of the leading private research facilities for endangered species in South Africa and specializes in Cheetahs. You will be involved in a basic conservation course consisting of a theoretical component, followed by participation in practical exercises. By the end of this course you will be able to appreciate more of what Africa has to offer in all her beauty and rich diversity. You will be working with cheetah, wild dog and all other animal species at the center. You will also be working in the preparation and feeding of all the animals. If the opportunity arises you will get the chance to help in the hand rearing of orphaned animals. Informal lectures will be given on: conservation, mammal identification, animal behavior, anti-poaching, survival, firearm handling and safety, reptiles, tracks and signs and basic GPS skills.
Description:
Here is your chance to experience the Rainbow Nation in a way few people are ever lucky enough to see. You will be immersed in this country’s incredible natural beauty and be charmed by its amazingly diverse and friendly people. South Africa is made up of a dramatically varied landscape consisting of pristine beaches, majestic mountains, rolling savannah and a great quantity and variety of animal and plant life. It is home to over 200 different species of mammals. Among these are the so-called Big Five: the elephant, lion, rhino, leopard, and buffalo. Not to say that the giraffe, hippo and whale are small. South Africa’s plant life is abundant as well and the country is home to 60 different grass species, a thousand indigenous trees and some 10% of the worlds flowering species. Though you will undoubtedly find yourself enchanted by this amazing landscape, it is the people of South Africa that make this country’s charm....
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