NGO Huancayo, Peru

5.0
(53 reviews)53

Empower young mothers while immersing in the Peruvian culture

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Help a sustainable project
40 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Immerse yourself in the local culture
45 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Make a real social impact
45 travelers really felt their social impact working with this host
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

5h

Hours per day
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Social Work
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Teaching Languages
Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.
Child Care
Caring for, playing with, and spending time with children.
Arts
Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
Additional Fee
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

This host charges an additional fee to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan for the sustainability of the project and the quality of the experience for volunteers. Learn more.

Amount

US$ 150

Per week

Fee pays for

  • Benefits for travelers
  • Materials for volunteer activities
  • Donation to project

Description

Expand Peru relies on the contributions made by volunteers to sustain its programs. Your financial support covers essential expenses, including the purchase of materials for workshops and activities, wages of dedicated staff like teachers and psychologists, and your accommodation. Additionally, these contributions fund the administrative and operational costs that guarantee the continuity of this program. Fees are $150/week or $500/month.

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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Private Room
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Discounts on Parties
Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.
Discounts on Restaurants
Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
Discounts on Pubs
Get discounts at nearby pubs.
Discounts on Drinks
Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.
Discounts on Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Hiking Tours
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Parties
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Dance classes
Take free dance classes at our place.
Certificate
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Support
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability

Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

We support young mothers in the Peruvian Andes, empowering them with both parenting guidance and skills for independence. Our goal is to help them create a nurturing environment for their children while gaining personal fulfillment as well. For you, we promise a rewarding experience where you will feel the profound satisfaction of making a difference while immersing yourself in the unique Peruvian culture.

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Requirements

  • Beginner Spanish or Beginner English
  • Between 18 and 65 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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53 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

NGO

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 45 Immersing in the local culture
  • 45 Creating true social impact
  • 44 Meeting locals
  • 40 Practicing Spanish
  • 36 Developing social awareness
  • 33 Meeting international travelers

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 37 4. Quality education
  • 32 3. Good health and well-being
  • 20 17. Partnerships for the goals
Ella

United States

5

This was an incredibly meaningful experience! I got to work with young mothers, nurses and doctors in a posta, and school kids in an afterschool program. In these three projects, I built lasting friendships and memories and felt like I made a difference in the lives of others. Everyone was so friendly. I loved getting snacks on my daily walk through Mercado Modelo. I went on extraordinary hikes. I learned about the health system and other aspects of the organization and I taught the nurses and kids some English. Very rewarding experience. Highly recommend.

3 days ago

Stephen

United States

5

Working with the organization for 3 weeks was truly a life changing experience. Getting to work with people of all ages showed me the impact of having a strong community around you, no matter where you are in the world. Bernabe was helpful throughout the entire process & was involved everyday, while also giving us freedom to lead and direct certain days ourselves. As a volunteer I felt safe & supported everyday, which allowed me to bring my best self to those that we were helping. I can't recommend enough volunteering with them & I hope to someday go back to Huancayo and work with them again.

8 days ago

Silas

United States

5

I couldn't recommend the organization more, Bernabé is a fantastic director who lets you into his home and is super flexible and understanding. The social projects are not only very meaningful but very fun, and this program gave me everything I wanted and more.

3 months ago

Libby

New Zealand

5

From the moment you arrive in Huancayo, the organization makes it a home away from home. Kindness and care from the hosts as well as meaningful and compassionate work with locals of all ages.

4 months ago

MATHEO

France

5

I spent one month at the organization in June and came back with incredible memories. Alvaro and Bernabe make sure you immerse yourself in Andean culture and are always available if you need anything. The projects are diverse, and you get to work with different groups of people, from elderly people to children. Weekends are free. For example, we went hiking and trekking in the mountains with Ruben (a guide recommended by the organization), where we got to see untouched Inca paintings. I would recommend that volunteers come with at least a basic knowledge of Spanish. Chévere, the organization!

4 months ago

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Hosted by Expand Perú

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