Volunteer at an Orphanage in Sri Lanka
Volunteers in this program work in orphanages assisting children with various activities including games, sports, teaching, hygiene & education. You will also assist the local staff with helping them in administration work wherever possible. You can also get involved in art & craft activities for children and organizing short trips to local destinations with the children.
The Orphanages house around 40-50 children who are in the age group of 1 -12 years. The children, are the ones who have been left alone by their parents (mothers) and some are those whose parents were lost by the disastrous TSUNAMI in 2004 which has effected most of the Sri Lankans who were living beside the coast and coastal areas.
Orphans are deprived of many opportunities necessary for their development. Your little help at an orphanage can be of great significance for these children, helping to make their present secure and future promising. Volunteering at an orphanage is a truly fulfilling and enriching experience.
On a typical day, volunteers work for around 5-6 hrs in a day in the Orphanage placement. Weekends are free to travel and explore the historic city of Galle.
The Orphanages house around 40-50 children who are in the age group of 1 -12 years. The children, are the ones who have been left alone by their parents (mothers) and some are those whose parents were lost by the disastrous TSUNAMI in 2004 which has effected most of the Sri Lankans who were living beside the coast and coastal areas.
Orphans are deprived of many opportunities necessary for their development. Your little help at an orphanage can be of great significance for these children, helping to make their present secure and future promising. Volunteering at an orphanage is a truly fulfilling and enriching experience.
On a typical day, volunteers work for around 5-6 hrs in a day in the Orphanage placement. Weekends are free to travel and explore the historic city of Galle.
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Program Requirements Project Location
The project placement is located in the coastal city of Galle in southern Sri Lanka. Galle is one of the most popular tourist areas of Sri Lanka .It is the main town in the most southerly part of the island.It is one of the best examples of a fortified city built by Europeans in south and Southeast Asia, showing the interaction between European architectural styles and south Asian traditions. Galle fort is a world heritage site and the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by European occupiers. |
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Airport Receive/ Transfer: Volunteers are picked up from the Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo by the coordinator or representative and are driven to the project city of Galle. Those volunteers who will be already in Sri Lanka will be met by the staff at a designated meeting point decided beforehand. Orientation: All volunteers are provided with an orientation by the local coordinator covering topics such as Safety and Security, Transportation, About the Project, Places to Visit, Local Culture etc. Lodging: Accommodation is provided with a local Sri Lankan host family and is located within close proximity to the project. Volunteers are provided with their own separate room which is usually shared with other volunteers. Food: Volunteers are provided with three local meals in a day. Meals are served at the host family house and include rice, curry, vegetables, hoppers (local Sri Lankan dish) and fruits. Insurance: All participants are covered for full comprehensive Travel and Medical insurance for their time of stay in our project. To view a copy of the Insurance Coverage provided, please click here In-country support: 24 hours support provided by our local staff. You will be provided with the contact details of the local coordinator and staff who will be contactable 24 hrs once you are in country. Pre-departure information: After we receive full and final payment all participants are provided by a pre-departure information booklet by e-mail which will have all vital information about your program. The Pre Departure Information Booklet provides the complete details of the country, project locations, Visas, Immunizations, Things to Pack list, Accommodations, Contact Information etc. During your Free Time On the weekends you can travel up north to the hills of Kandy or Nuwara Eliya , famous for Sri Lankan tea. You can also visit the famous beaches of Unnawatuna or see the historic Galle fort. |
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Start Dates Volunteers can begin their project placement on any Monday of the month. Program Costs Volunteering Solutions strives hard to keep costs low and offer you the lowest prices with professional services to volunteer abroad. Compare our prices and services to other organizations and you would be surprised to see the difference. |
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Program Fee - Sri Lanka Volunteer Program - ( Prices in Pound )
Please note: An application fee of £130 is charged over and above the program fee as an application payment.
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| What are you Paying For ? » 24 hrs Assistance and support from VS Staff » Comprehensive Pre- Departure Information » Airport Pickup » Orientation » Food » Accommodation » Travel & Medical Insurance What's NOT Included ? » Airfare » Visa and Visa extension fee » Airport drop, airport taxes »Local Transportation » Any personal expenses |