South Africa Orphans and HIV AIDS Education

The Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park, the first natural UNESCO World Heritage Site in South Africa, is the location of the charismatic town of St. Lucia.

The Wetland Park encompasses an area where 5 different eco-systems join, creating half a million acres of immense ecological diversity. Be prepared to spot loads of amazing wildlife, as well as experiencing the lively and colourful local Zulu tribe.

You could be involved in local community support through additional projects, which could include building and refurbishment of schools.

Voluntary Work

In this fantastically impressive setting, you have the opportunity help take care of, educate and interact with orphans who have been affected by the AIDS pandemic, losing most of their family. This is why the other part of the project, educating the local community about HIV is also extremely important.

Project Highlights

Cultural immersion
Care for and educate children directly affected by HIV
Community education about the HIV/AIDS virus
Assist a home care project- helping out ill people in their homes
Classroom construction for local schools

On this programme you could work with orphans teaching simple English and offering the children much needed support and affection, help a locally run UN approved organisation educate local communities on AIDS and HIV awareness to dispel the myths that currently surround it, help build classrooms and improve community facilities or give much needed medical support to those already suffering with the AIDS virus.

Location

St.Lucia, South Africa

Accommodation and Meals

You will be sharing the accommodation with your fellow volunteers and the project coordinators. Bedrooms are based on one to four people sharing. You will be provided with three meals a day.

Programme Overview

Durations and Prices: 4 weeks £1295

Book and pay:
Secure with £195 deposit. The balance is due 12 wks before departure.

What is included?
Project donation
Airport transfer
(Richards Bay Airport to St Lucia)
Orientation
Daily transfers to project
Accommodation
Meals
Laundry service

What is not included?
Travel insurance
Flights
Personal items
Email/Internet and calls
Soft drinks, alcohol
Visas
Additional excursions

Summary:
This project is about making a difference to the communities living in the area through the tools of education, caring for those suffering and for the many children made orphans by the virus.
Other South Africa Career Breaks

Programme dates: 1st and 3rd Monday of each month

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