This project provides community development assistance to the Shelter for Girls in Cusco. This shelter is a house for girls who have suffered violence in their homes, sexual abuse, are abandoned by their family, or are orphans. It provides a place for the girls to stay, eat, and feel protected. While onsite, volunteers will provide skills for the girls in computers, English, and other areas of education through workshops. Volunteers will also act as role models and a support system to the girls.
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Where will I be volunteering?
Cusco is the Inca City located in the Southern Sierras. Positioned in southeastern Peru only 80 km from Machu Picchu, it is known as the Archaeological Capital of America. Cusco is the most visited city in Peru and is a must see.
Project Testimonial: Mary Gerardo, USA
My home stay experience was great. uVolunteer does an outstanding job of ensuring that the volunteers stay with respectable families who welcome the volunteers and treat them as one of their own. Read My Full Testimonial »
What will I be doing?
You will work closely with the girls in the center by giving the girls personal attention being a companion and someone they can talk to, as well as leading activities and assist staff members in the shelter.
What is required to volunteer on this project?
- Language Requirement: Basic Spanish
However, you can still join this project if your Spanish does not meet the requirements by taking our Spanish language course. - Must be 18 years or older.
What will my schedule be like?
uVolunteer believes that you should have a well balanced work and play schedule. This means you will only be required to work 5 days per week (Monday to Friday) for a maximum of 8 hours per day. For the remainder of your time, you will be free to enjoy the vacationing aspects of your trip.
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Will I be able to communicate with family and friends?
Numerous internet cafes are located throughout the city. Payphones are also readily available and can be used with a phone card available for purchase in Peru.
Project Testimonial: Jessie Durrett, USA
I enjoyed my work a lot. It was very interesting and also very important. The kids need help and I feel that I was able to help them. Read My Full Testimonial »
What can I do in my free time?
uVolunteer anticipates and encourages your desire for travel and adventure. Your time away from volunteering is open for you to decide your activities. You may decide to take advantage of the local culture and spend time within the community over the weekend. Otherwise, there is ample opportunity to explore Peru and all it has to offer.
Great weekend trips include:
At night or day, Cusco is a city full of charm and attractions. Its main square, churches and surroundings are full of footprints from the past. Discover Qorincancha, San Blas, the Inca Roca Palace and many more archaeological sites during your trip to Cusco.
- Cusco Main Square
- Archiepiscopal Palace
- San Blas District
- Koricancha
- Hatun Rumiyoc-Inca Roca's Palace
- Regocijo or Cabildo Square
- Acllawasi
Volunteers can also go swimming in hotsprings, walk through the mountains, go trekking to spectacular glacial lakes, go rock climbing or mountain biking. If you prefer nightlife, there is dancing in the many discos in Cusco center, which also has many cafes and restaurants where you can try different traditional Peruvian cuisine.
- Program Name: Volunteer Peru
- Project Name: Volunteer in the Shelter for Girls in Peru
- Project Category: Care and Community
- Project Location: Cusco
- Program Fee: A 2 week experience starts from $810; add $130 for each additional week
- Program fees include:
- Airport Pickup Service
- Welcome Orientation and debriefing
- A volunteer project
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Program Activities
- In-country coordination support
- 24/7 emergency hot line
- Letter of Recommendation
- Certificate
- Travel Insurance Coverage: Read Full Policy Details
- Items not included: Flights, travel insurance, vaccinations, visa costs, personal expenses, and any other expense not listed above
- Project Transport Arrangements: Local Transportation: Bus, Taxi, or Walking
- Suggested transportation budget: Approximately $30 per week (does not include weekend travel expenses)
- Working Schedule: Monday through Friday; 4-8 hours per day EMPTY
- Language Requirement: Basic Spanish
- Accommodation Type: Home Stay
- Meals: 3 Meals Daily
- Start dates: Fortnightly, on Sundays
- Volunteer Gender: Male & Female
- Minimum age: 18
- Minimum project length: 2 Weeks
- Maximum project length: 52 Weeks
- Maximum number of volunteers: 5
- Resume or CV required: No
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