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Architecture or Bioconstruction on a Permaculture Farm

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The experience

Imagine taking part in the construction of one of the most inspiring projects in Latin America!

The Ecolibrium Project is part of a permaculture farm in Nova Friburgo (RJ), dedicated to regenerating the Atlantic Forest and to life in a multicultural community.

You will work on the construction of a 1200 m² space with a permaculture school, restaurant, accommodations, and common areas, in collaboration with the local team.


What you offer

32 hours of help per week

Arts: Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.


What you get

3 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.

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 Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

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.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely


Requirements

Beginner English or Beginner Portuguese

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers


What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa


Activities & Shift

✔ Work with bioconstruction techniques and sustainable design
✔ Support both practical execution and planning and design tasks
✔ Collaborate with an international team of builders and volunteers
✔ Assist in the daily organization of the construction process
✔ Participate in bioconstruction workshops and community life


Rules

📌 Genuine interest in bioconstruction and permaculture
📌 Good physical condition for manual activities and outdoor work
📌 Teamwork and sense of community
📌 Long-term availability preferred
📌 Consumption or possession of alcohol and illicit substances is not allowed
📌 Respect for the community, animals and the natural environment is essential