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Animal Welfare Helper

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434€ par semaine  ·  2 - 50 semaines  ·  Âge 14 - 50+

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Clou

  • Join us in the mission to rescue and protect animals that have suffered from cruelty and neglect, and be their voice for a better future
  • Discover the undeniable benefits of being around animals – scientifically proven to make you happier and healthier
  • Make a meaningful contribution to a cause that aligns with your values and passion
  • Experience the joy of selfless giving, where the reward lies in knowing you're making a difference in the lives of innocent creatures
  • Immerse yourself in the vibrant Spanish culture, learn or improve your Spanish skills, and embrace the enriching Spanish way of life

Particulièrement approprié pour

Âge 14+
Seul voyageur
Couples
Familles
Groupes
50+

À propos du programme

Volunteer at animal shelters and give your love and care to animals that have been abandoned or abused by their owners and are looking for a new home.

The Issue 

Running an animal shelter or sanctuary is a monumental task, one that requires unwavering dedication, resources, and, most importantly, a loving heart for animals. The sheer amount of work involved in maintaining these programs is nothing short of heroic, and this is where the altruism ...

À propos du programme

The Issue 

Running an animal shelter or sanctuary is a monumental task, one that requires unwavering dedication, resources, and, most importantly, a loving heart for animals. The sheer amount of work involved in maintaining these programs is nothing short of heroic, and this is where the altruism and dedication of volunteers shine. The beauty of volunteering in animal shelters is that it's inclusive and accessible to people of all ages. It's a profound opportunity for young and old alike to channel their passion for animals into meaningful action. Whether you're a compassionate teenager looking for your first volunteer experience or a retiree seeking a fulfilling way to spend your golden years, we welcome your enthusiasm!

We don't just offer volunteering opportunities. We empower you to make a difference and learning Spanish at the same time. Engage in hands-on volunteer projects, from community development to environmental conservation, and see the immediate impact of your efforts while improving your language skills.

What you'll be doing 

Volunteering at animal shelters on the beautiful Atlantic coast of Bilbao offers a rich and rewarding experience that goes beyond cuddling furry friends (though there's plenty of that too!). The tasks and responsibilities for volunteers are as diverse as the animals they care for:

  • cleaning shelters
  • feeding animals
  • walking dogs and cats and assisting in the rehabilitation of traumatized animals
  • participate in efforts to control stray animal overcrowding during your time at a cat and dog rescue center
  • administer medications and provide support for sterilization procedures and adoption processes
  • helping with public relations and educational work with the community
Spanish Classes
Our Bilbao Spanish courses focus on the core elements of language acquisition: oral comprehension and communication, reading, and writing. You'll gain well-rounded proficiency. Forget dry textbooks! Our lessons come alive with lively discussions, engaging projects, role-playing, and stimulating homework. Learning Spanish in Bilbao has never been this dynamic and fun! Our seasoned teachers are your dedicated mentors, here to support you every step of the way on your Spanish learning journey. With their expertise, you'll fully embrace Bilbao and all it has to offer.



Journée typique

Volunteer tasks may include: Caring for stray dogs and cats (grooming, taking dogs for walks), cleaning cages, administering medications, supporting sterilization procedures, assisting in rescue operations, distributing food for animals on the street , PR and work, maintain websites, help raise ...

Journée typique

Volunteer tasks may include: Caring for stray dogs and cats (grooming, taking dogs for walks), cleaning cages, administering medications, supporting sterilization procedures, assisting in rescue operations, distributing food for animals on the street , PR and work, maintain websites, help raise funds, etc. Before starting your volunteer project, you will receive an orientation from our local staff. Staff who run this kind of organizations are very happy to welcome volunteers from all over the world. Usually you will be in the program with other volunteers. There are morning and afternoon schedules Be flexible. So you will have time to enjoy your afternoon on the beach. This program allows you to rescue and work with abandoned dogs and cats and pets in general while helping them find a new home.

Daily tasks can include: Feed and walk the animals,  Cleaning of cages and equipment,  Medication administration and support with sterilization procedures. Help with rescue operations where animals are brought from the street. Food distribution for street animals Help with public relations and educational work. Support in the adoption process During your free time you can go to the beach. You can enjoy activities like hiking, climbing, trekking, horse riding, relaxing on the beach, etc. Bilbao has excellent surf spots. The water sports activities are closely related to the project.


A typical day during Spanish class might look like this

In our program we include 2 weeks of Intensive Spanish courses upon arrival during the mornings. In the afternoons you go to work as a volunteer max. 20 hours per week.

  • 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM - Spanish classes during the first 2 weeks. 
  • 2 PM - Team meeting and leave for the animal shelter. 
  • 3 PM - 6 PM - Performing tasks with the animals. 
  • 6:30 PM: End of tasks. Free time.



Activités de loisirs

During weekdays we organize free leisure and cultural activities such as

  • salsa lessons 
  • wine tasting 
  • excursions 
  • tapas tours or 
  • visits to museums 

All of the above are free of charge for our volunteers.

Volunteers have the weekends free. At weekends students can also enjoy their passions such as ...

Activités de loisirs

During weekdays we organize free leisure and cultural activities such as

  • salsa lessons 
  • wine tasting 
  • excursions 
  • tapas tours or 
  • visits to museums 

All of the above are free of charge for our volunteers.

Volunteers have the weekends free. At weekends students can also enjoy their passions such as hiking, surfing or going to a winery. The area is full of potential activities to enjoy beaches and mountains.  You can also enjoy the astonishing areas where some of the chapters of game of thrones was played. Be sure that Saint James walk is also going through Bilbao. To sum up, a place where you can not get bored.


Conditions

Conditions

Âge minimum: 14 ans

Pour participer à ce programme tu dois avoir au moins 14 ans quand le programme commence.

Compétences linguistiques

Tu dois parler anglais (niveau moyen) et espagnol (niveau de base)

Documents Requis

CV

Restrictions de Nationalité

Aucune restriction. De l'aide venant de tous les coins du monde est bienvenu.

Autres Compétences

Passion for animals and a need to help others

Engagement horaire

Nous avons besoin de ton aide pour lundi, mardi, mercredi, jeudi et vendredi de 14:00 - 18:00

Services inclus

Services inclus

Services de Instituto Hemingway

Program fees include:
  • Two weeks of Spanish course, 20 hours per week for the first two weeks (Placement test before arrival) 
  • Pick up at the airport and transfer to your accommodation 
  • Cultural activities from Monday to Friday 
  • Accommodation dorm room, city centre walking distance  to the school (Wifi, weekly cleaning, electricity, water and kitchen).
  • Supervisor and regular evaluation meetings during your program 
  • Support 24 hours and 7 days a week from our associated local staff.  
  • Certificate of volunteering at the end as well as the Spanish course with the level achieved. 
  • Center Accredited by the Cervantes Institute 
  • Volunteering max. 20 hours per week

Transfert de l'aéroport Bilbao Airport

Airport pick up from Bilbao airport included. From there we will take you to your accommodation.

Logement

We offer dorm room walking distance to school, city centre, all amenities including wifi and cleaner once per week. There are kitchen and bathroom facilities too. In case you want a single room please ask for a price difference.

Accès à Internet

Bon accès sur le site du projet

NE SONT inclus dans le prix:

NE SONT inclus dans le prix:

Aliments & Boissons

Aliments, collations et boissons sont disponibles contre supplément.

Billets d'avion

L'aéroport le plus proche est Bilbao Airport (BIO) à Bilbao. Nous t'aidons à trouver des vols pas chers pour aller en Espagne. TROUVER DES VOLS PAS CHERS

Assurance Voyage

Partir à l'étranger est une aventure et c'est toujours mieux d'être bien préparé. Que ce soit une maladie soudaine, une blessure ou du vol - une assurance voyage pour Espagne te protège en cas de situation imprévue. OBTENIR UN DEVIS

Vaccins

Si tu envisages de faire du bénévolat en Espagne, nous te conseillons de consulter un médecin avant le début de ton voyage. Renseigne-toi sur les vaccins nécessaires pour Espagne. INFOS VACCINS

Informations sur l'arrivée

At Instituto Hemmingway, the doors to meaningful experiences are wide open, and your journey can begin on any given Monday, every week of the year. We understand that life has its own rhythm, and flexibility is key to ensuring everyone can embark on this transformative adventure.

After the initial orientation, you will have a morning, afternoon or evening shift at your placement and will work for max 4 hours per day. 

Please Note: Start times and daily workload depends on the project that you are participating on - some placements run in the afternoon and volunteers on these placements will have the morning free. You may therefore plan daily activities which could include sightseeing, shopping or taking Spanish language lessons. 

Disponibilité
janv. févr. mars avril mai juin juil. août sept. oct. nov. déc.

Frais de Programme

2 semaines (durée min.) 1 150€
3 semaines 1 450€
4 semaines 1 680€
5 semaines 1 800€
6 semaines 2 050€
9 semaines 2 655€
17 semaines 5 500€
49 semaines 14 689€
50 semaines (durée max.) 14 690€
Prix moyen 434€/semaine

Frais de Programme

434€ par semaine 2 - 50 semaines Âge 14 - 50+

Méthodes de payement

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Durée

2 - 50 semaines

Acompte (15%)

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Paiement final (85%)

Le paiement du montant restant doit être organisé avec Instituto Hemingway durant le processus de candidature. Très souvent ce paiement est effectué par virement bancaire ou en espèces.


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Instituto Hemingway

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Agence - fondée en 1999

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Langues parlées: anglais

Sur le projet

Instituto Hemingway is a worker-run service cooperative that works the local network of NGOs, associations and social enterprises with international volunteers.

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Our vision is to promote international volunteerism, local associations and social enterprises by strategically matching international volunteer with local talents and creative thinking. Our goal is to function as a hub of innovative ideas and projects that can have a positive impact on Bilbao and the surrounding region. To that purpose we are constructing a community of social innovators - an international network that combines the energy and passion of volunteers from all over the world with the knowledge and skills of local NGOs, associations and social enterprises.

Volunteers work with the International Bilbao Network to support the causes of many Bilbao associations, NGOs, and public schools. Our local partners are committed to fostering social inclusion – in particular with regard to children at risk and migrants – as well as promoting local cultural heritage, English language,  animal care and environmental protection. The different organisations are committed to fostering social inclusion – in particular with regard to children at risk, migrants and homeless – as well as promoting local cultural heritage, English language, and environmental protection.

We are located in downtown Bilbao, just a few meters from  Gran Via in the historical centre. Instituto Hemingway is hosted in a 19th-century building across two floors and a rooftop terrace with a panoramic view.



24 avis · rating4.2

Jana Krueger rating5

2023 at Animal Welfare Helper

What an incredible experience! Jose from Instituto Hemingway, perfectly planned every detail of this trip. We were connected with an outstanding host in the local community and an inspiring organization . Jose was available before the trip and answered all of my questions. He also communicated with ...
Cora Charlie Grosch rating2.4

2023 at Animal Welfare Helper

I spent the last three weeks with Instituto Hemingway in Bilbao and at the animal shelter. In this review, I will provide some details about the program that are not mentioned on the website, just so that others know what to expect when signing up for this project. Overall, my experience was ...
Suzanne Wittingen-Poot rating1.6

2023 at Animal Welfare Helper

De beschrijving van het vrijwilligerswerk kwam voor slechts 20% overeen met de werkelijkheid. De Spaanse lessen zijn wel een aanrader. De dierenopvang is in Urduna, mooi gelegen in de bergen dus niet aan de kust of in Bilbao zelf. Vanaf centrum Bilbao precies 1 uur reistijd (enkele reis) en ...
Sandra Rubio rating5

2023 at Animal Welfare Helper

A friend and I spent some time volunteering with Victor and the team at the animal Shelter and had an absolutely amazing experience! While we were travelling in Spain we searched for a worthwhile volunteering project and I'm so glad we discovered this place. The animals are rescued and rehabilitated ...
Anthony Peters rating5

2023 at Animal Welfare Helper

Reading about everyones enthusiasm here drew me to the shelter and I was not let down. Interacting with the different animale species and fantastic volunteers at the shelter was an incredibly unique and rewarding experience that I will never forget. Very glad I took the trip.If you’re an animal ...
Anna Huntington rating5

2023 at Animal Welfare Helper

I love animals and getting to work at an animal shelter as a volunteer was an experience I'll never forget but always appreciate. Though it was only a few months it'll mean something to me forever. I had the impression that I did a meaningful impact on these animals and this is very rewarding to me. ..

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