Women's Empowerment & International Development
Coordinator | Natalie
Coordinator | Natalie
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Choose new departure dates or change to a different volunteer program at no extra costs.
Highlights
Learn about Andean unique culture Work closely hand in hand with local communities and learn about the different challenges and solutions.
Contribute to developing a holistic project with different national and international renowned organizations.
This program is being developed in close communication with local communities to give them ownership.
Practice skills like intercultural communication, public speaking, and training which can be added to your CV.
Live and work with other GVI participants from around the world.
Support the local community members of Cusco, including girls and women, to achieve their individual goals and those of their community.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Participate in locally led sustainable development initiatives in communities surrounding Cusco. Work to support the goals of local youth and women as well as other community members. In the process, learn about how we can identify the most important needs of the communities.
Depending on the needs of the community at the time of your participation in the program, you might get involved in a range of activities such as supporting community associations related to rural tourism in business topics or providing English workshops, facilitating English lessons for professionals looking to work in the tourism sector, or supporting local business owners and entrepreneurs with creating more sustainable businesses. Volunteers might also get involved in environmental initiatives such as seasonal reforestation, lake clean ups, and environmental education workshops at local schools.
Please note that communication with community members on this program is conducted in Spanish. If you are not fluent in Spanish, Spanish lessons will be required.
Depending on the needs of the community at the time of your participation in the program, you might get involved in a range of activities such as supporting community associations related to rural tourism in business topics or providing English workshops, facilitating English lessons for professionals looking to work in the tourism sector, or supporting local business owners and entrepreneurs with creating more sustainable businesses. Volunteers might also get involved in environmental initiatives such as seasonal reforestation, lake clean ups, and environmental education workshops at local schools.
Please note that communication with community members on this program is conducted in Spanish. If you are not fluent in Spanish, Spanish lessons will be required.
Typical day
Our team in Cusco has developed a collaborative and varied program. No day is the same as the last when volunteering and we encourage you to embrace the variety of opportunities that the experience offers. There is no ‘typical’ day, however we have provided an example below to help you prepare for your volunteer experience. Note that most days will be spent onsite with the community and we will leave earlier in the day and arrive back in Cusco around 3pm.
Example Schedule
7:00 Wake up, shower and get ready
7:30 Meet for breakfast (buffet breakfast of fresh fruit, juice, bread, cereal, yoghurt, scrambled eggs, fresh cheese, ham, tea, coffee and Milo)
8:00 Planning sessions or transfer to project site.
9:00 At community: school, institute, reforestation day (seasonal), community work, etc.
13:00 If at project, lunch at community. If in Cusco, lunch at a local restaurant or hotel. Cusco offers great meat, vegan, and vegetarian options.
15:00 Arrival to Cusco
16:00 Spanish class/free time/UN SDG lecture/Peru’s challenges lecture
18:00 Meet for dinner in the hotel – excellent meat, vegan or vegetarian option always available.
19:00 Free time
Free-time activities
There are a number of opportunities for exploring more of Peru. These could include taking a tour of the renowned Inca city of Machu Picchu, one of the best-known archaeological sites in the world. In Cusco, you can visit the Salt Mines and plenty of archaeological sites and museum all around the city. For example, Cusco is at the heart of the Sacred Valley, and there are plenty of other Incan sites to visit including, Ollantaytambo, Sacsayhuaman, Tambomachay, Pisac, Puka Pukara, Moray, and Qenko. Or you could visit Peru's capital, Lima, stroll the promenade sampling the city’s famous street eats or join the local surf cult hanging ten just off the edge of the capital’s limestone cliffs.You could also book an Amazon tour experiencing the wonders of the Peruvian Amazon or learn how local people make their own islands using reeds that float on one of the highest lakes in the world, Titicaca.
Concert/
Music
Music
Sightseeing
Shopping/
Souvenirs
Souvenirs
Climbing
Hiking
Museum/
Opera
Opera
Sports
Requirements
In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.
You need to speak English (basic level)
or Spanish (basic level)
required
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
What's Included
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 24-hour emergency phone
- 24-hour in-country support
- Access to Alumni Services and Discounts
- Airport pick-up (unless otherwise stated)
- All necessary project equipment and materials
- All necessary project training by experienced staff
- Location orientation
- Long term experienced staff
- Meals while on project (except on work placements for long term internships)
- Safe and basic accommodations (usually shared)
- Welcome meeting
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
- Additional drinks and gratuities
- Extra local excursions
- Flights
- International and domestic airport taxes
- Medical and travel insurance
- Personal items and toiletries
- Police or background check
- Spanish Lessons
- Visa costs (where necessary)
Most volunteers arrange flights to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, Cusco (CUZ). Most flights fly via Lima, Peru. When booking your flight leave time between each connection. If you are flying through Lima please check with your airline if you need to pick up your luggage in Lima and then do a check in again in order to board to Cusco.
We recommend you to book your flight with Latam Airline (https://www.latam.com) or Avianca Airline (https://www.avianca.com). Previous volunteers have experienced problems (cancellation due to weather, delays, etc.) with domestic airlines, such as Peruvian Airlines, without any solution from the service provider. It is highly recommended that you arrive a few days earlier in order to get acclimatized to the high altitude (3399m) as altitude sickness can occur.
Airport pick-ups can be arranged the day before your project starts, please request this from the GVI office.
Please make sure you book a flight that will allow you to arrive in time however be mindful that early morning flights from Lima can be subject to delays due to fog over Cusco.
The accommodation is at a local Hotel. Accommodation is in shared mixed sex rooms (3-4 volunteers per room) with shared bathroom facilities.
All bedding is provided (sheets, pillows, pillowcases, quilts and blankets). Towels are also provided. The bathrooms have running hot and cold water available for showering and western style toilets. Rooms get cleaned everyday and there is a laundry service available at an extra cost. . Drinking water is provided by GVI staff.
Please note that since this is a hotel, no alcohol consumption is allowed inside it. Also be aware that due to health and high altitude, alcohol consumption is limited in the program, you can find more information in the training manual and your staff will guide you about this when you get to base.
Breakfast: provided in the hotel all week and is cooked in the traditional local style. There is a good variety of fruits, vegetables and meats, while vegetarians and vegans can also be accommodated.
Lunch: mostly will be on location at the project and will usually be potatoes, corn, cheese and salad. We encourage volunteers to always carry snacks as your appetite will decrease the first few days but increase over time since you will be burning more calories than usual at this altitude.
Dinner: provided at the hotel Monday to Friday or you can choose to eat out at your own expense.
Lunch or dinner may be provided at the weekend if you are staying in Cusco. There are many cafes and restaurants in the local area to suit your personal budget and food choice.
If you are on a self-organized trip you are responsible for your own food if it is not provided by the tour operator.
When having meals out, GVI covers up to an amount. Check with the staff upon arrival.
Limited access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
The nearest airport is Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) in Cuzco. We assist you to find cheap flights to Peru.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Peru provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Peru you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Peru.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
Due to the current situation you have the flexibility of changing the destination and start dates for this program at no extra cost. This added flexibility can be utilised until 31 December 2020.
2020
- 11 Jan 2020
- 25 Jan 2020
- 08 Feb 2020
- 22 Feb 2020
- 07 Mar 2020
- 21 Mar 2020
- 04 Apr 2020
- 18 Apr 2020
- 02 May 2020
- 16 May 2020
- 30 May 2020
- 13 Jun 2020
- 27 Jun 2020
- 11 Jul 2020
- 25 Jul 2020
- 08 Aug 2020
- 22 Aug 2020
- 05 Sep 2020
- 19 Sep 2020
- 03 Oct 2020
- 17 Oct 2020
- 31 Oct 2020
- 14 Nov 2020
- 28 Nov 2020
2021
- 09 Jan 2021
- 23 Jan 2021
- 06 Feb 2021
- 20 Feb 2021
- 06 Mar 2021
- 20 Mar 2021
- 03 Apr 2021
- 17 Apr 2021
- 01 May 2021
- 15 May 2021
- 29 May 2021
- 12 Jun 2021
- 26 Jun 2021
- 10 Jul 2021
- 24 Jul 2021
- 07 Aug 2021
- 21 Aug 2021
- 04 Sep 2021
- 18 Sep 2021
- 02 Oct 2021
- 16 Oct 2021
- 30 Oct 2021
- 13 Nov 2021
- 27 Nov 2021
This program is paused due to COVID-19
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2 - 12 weeks
Program fees
2 weeks
(min. stay)
$1,904
4 weeks
$2,418
6 weeks
$2,938
8 weeks
$3,458
10 weeks
$3,978
12 weeks
(max. stay)
$4,497
Average fees
$663
/week
The organization charges its fees in EUR. The price table in USD is subject to currency fluctuation.
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Women's Empowerment & International Development
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