VSO ICS gives anyone aged 18-25 a
once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spend 3 months volunteering abroad
in Africa or Asia, working with in-country volunteers, contributing directly to
genuine development projects.
It’s an opportunity to
experience another culture, challenge yourself and develop transferable skills
to bring back with you. The three months volunteering could be part of
post-school or college skills development, or a career break.
The scheme supports people from all
backgrounds and also welcomes applications from those who may have specific
needs or disabilities.
You do not have to pay to
volunteer with ICS, but we do ask you to do
some fundraising before you go overseas. This is a key part of the
programme as it helps you develop skills as well as raising awareness of international
development.
WHY VOLUNTEER?
We only work with organisations and projects who have specifically requested our help so you know you are making a real contribution to fighting poverty.
We only work with organisations and projects who have specifically requested our help so you know you are making a real contribution to fighting poverty.
You will encounter and help tackle
some of the biggest issues of our world today. Like how young people can fulfil
their potential, widening opportunities for people who lack formal education
and how to prevent more people from being affected by HIV and AIDS.
You will be working alongside
volunteers from the country you are in, helping you gain a better understanding
of the challenges faced in that country and life outside the UK.
At the end of the programme you will
bring all this knowledge back to the UK with you, as well as important skills
such as team-working, communication, negotiation and decision making. The
experience gained could help you choose a careerpath or find a job as well
as having made some great friends.
ABOUT VSO
VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries.
VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries.
VSO’s high-impact approach involves
bringing people together to share skills, build capabilities, promote
international understanding and action, and change lives to make the world a
fairer place for all.
TO APPLY:To apply please follow the link below, take a look at the additional information, and apply online.
http://www.vso-ics.org.uk/pages/default.aspx?utm_source=reliefweb&utm_me…
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