We know what an incredible experience it is to volunteer! We also believe that if you are willing to volunteer your time, energy and expertise to an organisation in need, you shouldn't have to pay for it.
Charity organization Kids Are The World offers a volunteer program with a range of local organisations whereby you can volunteer for free!
You can choose from working with children, working with women, visiting patients affected by HIV/AIDS, sport programs with children affected by HIV/AIDS, visiting and working in local schools, teaching, creative arts and there is always potential for you to find and create your own volunteering experience.
The only cost involved is for your accommodation & food.
CTA Visa is required and allows you to volunteer in the country.
Benefits of Being A Volunteer
Voluntourism or traveling to volunteer for a charitable cause can change your life! Volunteering has a meaningful and positive impact on local community.
Volunteering is the perfect vehicle to discover something you are really good at and develop a new skill. Explore your hidden interests and talents and learn more so you can offer your newfound skills to local youth. The possibilities are many.
Be part of local community! Volunteering is ultimately about helping others and having an impact on people’s wellbeing. What better way is there to connect with local commmunity and give a little back? As a volunteer, you will definitely become part of a community that will also return some of the benefits.
Fundamentally, volunteering is about giving your time, energy and skills freely. Unlike many things in life there is choice involved in volunteering. As a volunteer you have made a decision to help on your own accord, free from pressure to act from others. Volunteers predominantly express a sense of achievement and motivation, and this is ultimately generated from your desire and enthusiasm to help.
You will have more options for a career. If you volunteer in your career field, you will make your resume look more well rounded. If you are changing fields and your volunteer work is in the field you are moving to, it can be considered experience. In general, employers like to see that you are a volunteer because it means that you are willing to work, have compassion, and are a team player.
You set a good example for those around you. One person can make a difference, but when that difference is multiplied, it can be life changing. When you show family and friends how fulfilling volunteering can be, you set the example for them to follow.
Finding new interests and hobbies through volunteering can be fun, relaxing and energizing. The energy and sense of fulfilment can carry over to a work situation and sometimes helps to relieve tensions and foster new perspectives for old situations. Sometimes a volunteer experience can lead you to something you never even thought about or help you discover a hobby or interest you were unaware of. You can strengthen your personal/professional mission and vision by exploring opportunities and expanding your horizons.
Volunteering is a brilliant way to get life experience. Whether you build a library or mail flyers to raise awareness for a local charity, you will experience the real world through hands-on work.
Volunteering brings together a diverse range of people from all over the world and offers an incredible networking opportunity. Not only will you develop lasting personal and professional relationships but it is also a great way to learn about people from different backgrounds.
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