Volunteer to Make Poverty a History in various Projects in Gambia

  Gambia

Rural Areas,  Serekunda

  Senegal

Dakar

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months, 7-12 months, 1-2 years and over 2 years
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Through out the Year

Description: Are you looking for an exotic travel destination? Do you want to get even more out of your trip abroad? Combining volunteering with your travels can add a whole new dimension to your overseas adventure. Having been a reputable Organization serving the interest of the people in the Field of work and travel programs, Global Cultural Exchange can provide you with the opportunity, choices and support to make your Volunteer experience Worthwhile and successful.

You can expect to be working alongside at least one other international volunteer. Placements are managed locally so you have immediate first-hand experience of the community and local environment. This allows for a greater understanding of a communitys needs. It will also provide more challenges and greater personal rewards.

Highlights: Working as a volunteer is truly rewarding experience, whether you help to Teach young ones at School, or helping in Business development etc. Experiences will Be different for each individual. However, by giving Some of your time and enthusiasm it is common to gain greater Global awareness and understanding, increased confidence,
Greater tolerance, independence, friendship and develop new skills

Qualifications: Qualifications Required on each Project

1. If your are working with orphans, children with learning difficulties and disabled children.

You should consider the following:

- Doctor's letter to indicate you can work with the above mentioned project
- Criminal record from the police
- Medical record including your vaccination card
- Financial support for the project at least a 150 USD

2. If you are working with Business Devlopment

You should consider the following:

- Some experience in Business or related field
- Some knowledge in computer

3. If you are working with teaching young children

- No qualification is required but experience is an added advantage
- Financial and materials support is highly welcome
- Materials like, Books, pens, pencils, and any other material that could complement the school effort.

4. If you are working with HIV/AIDS Project

You should consider the following

- Some experience in related area
- Some knowledge in sensitization
- Financial support at least $200 for micro finance scheme

Cost in US$: Depends on the length of Stay

Credit Available: yes

Salary / Pay: We give credit and accept part payment

Experience Required: yes

In the area of Children with learning Diffculties,Orphnage Centres and Disable Children all these areas need some Experince

Typical Volunteer: Volunteers are needed to fill in our various programms available, Teaching Young Children Age 7yrs and above, invarious categories like, Teaching them Environmental sanitasion, Health issues,general language, Information technology, Hiv/AIDS, Agriculture, Etc

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups of It depends

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview Required
• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Global Cultural Exchange's Mission Statement: Since its inception, Global Cultural Exchange has aimed to promote cultural awareness, knowledge and global competence among people from around the world. Part of our mission is to encourage young people from a variety of culture and background to take advantage of the extraordinary benefits of international exchange programs. We believe that we face an extraordinary opportunity to play a vital role in expanding cultural global neighbourhood, as we share the best of Gambian culture with the international visitors, such as volunteers, youths and students of today. We believe we could have a positive effect in the future generation.

Year Founded: 2006