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The main goal of this project is to help improve the quality of life for the people of Sicchezpampa, assisting with tasks relating to fair trade initiatives and organic agriculture. You will be helping with the cultivation of crops and the facilitation of farms located in the lovely small town of Sicchezpampa, located in the hills of Ayabaca Province. The lifestyle here is based on an Incan socio-economic model of community strength.
25 hours of help per week
Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Amount: £ 300 One time
Description: There is a small volunteer contribution attached to our volunteering positions to help cover administration and project costs, but this is much lower than the fee charged by many other 'voluntourism' companies and organisation. This low-cost volunteering model helps us to ensure the continuity of our projects. However a longer stay gets relatively cheaper than short term stay. Please see our website for more details.
2 days off per week
Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.
Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Intermediate Spanish or Intermediate Spanish
Over 18 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
The farmers in this village need volunteers to aid in day to day operations as climate conditions and lack of funding for employees make their work difficult. Volunteering here also contributes to the awareness and promotion of sustainable social development, a vital element in this remote mountain community. If you are looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of modern day society and seek an experience where you have a sense of accomplishment every day then this opportunity is perfect for you.
Due to weather conditions in the area, this role is only available in the dry season, from June to December.
Please note that all volunteer positions are also available as Internships. With this add-on you will receive an extra level of mentorship.
Your Tasks:
● Maintaining and preparing the land for cultivation.
● Helping out with the eco-garden (huerta) and the domesticated animals on it.
● Harvesting and processing the coffee and sugar.
● Bringing new ideas about how to improve the growing of coffee, sugar and other products.
● Setting-up extra activities for community empowerment.
● Assisting with marketing of their Fair Trade, organic products.
What you can expect from us:
●Accommodation and food from the community included
● Personal pick-up upon arriving and walking tour through Huanchaco
● Thorough introduction to the organization
● Certified training in First Aid and Child Safeguarding
● 24/7 emergency support
● The satisfying feeling of committing your work to a good cause whilst gaining insight into a new culture
● Certificate of completion detailing your role, the project(s) you participated in and the dates you volunteered in
