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International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ) Community Development in Ecuador (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Quito, Ecuador; Quito, Ecuador
  • Program Terms: Fall, Fall 11 Week, Fall I, Fall II, Fall III, Fall IV, Fall Trimester, J-Term, Jan Term, Janterm, May Term, Semester, Semester I, Semester II, Spring, Spring 11 Week, Spring Break, Spring I, Spring II, Spring III, Spring IV, Spring Trimester, Summer, Summer A, Summer B, Summer I, Summer II, Summer III, Summer IV, Trimester, Winter, Winter Break
  • Program Sponsor: International Volunteer HQ 
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 1-first year, 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior, 5-grad student, 6-other
Housing Options: Guest House, Homestay Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Child Development, Educational Administration, Food Communications, Food Technology and Management, Gastronomy, Latin American Studies, Public Health, Public Policy, Service Learning, Social Policy & Administration, Social Science, Social Work, Sociology, Women's Studies, Womens Studies
Program Type: Volunteer Abroad
Program Description:
Community Ecuador
Join International Volunteer HQ, the world’s leading volunteer travel organization, on the Community Development Volunteer Project in Ecuador. You will try a range of different types of volunteering while helping local initiatives improve their communities. Whether it’s by renovating, beautifying or improving facilities, or hosting workshops on important social issues, volunteers make a tangible difference to bettering neighborhoods for the benefit of the people who live there.

You’ll stay in a volunteer house or homestay. Bedrooms have single beds, bunk beds or a double bed and you can expect to share a room with one or two other volunteers.

Programs start every Monday throughout the year.

This program ranges from 1-12 weeks. Your fully-hosted experience includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 support. Detailed pricing information for your duration is available on our website.
 
Your Impact

As a Community Development volunteer you’ll work with local groups who work to better their neighborhoods. Duties will vary depending on the initiative, but often include:
  • Maintaining, cleaning up and renovating local schools, community centers and playgrounds
  • Hosting workshops on important social issues such as non-violence, women’s empowerment, school support and human rights.

Basic Spanish is recommended but not required for this project.
Program Highlights

IVHQ’s Ecuador programs are available year-round, starting every Monday.

IVHQ provides the most affordable and top-rated programs. Detailed pricing available for your duration on our website.

You’ll be joining a global network of 123,000+ volunteers backed by the world’s leading team of volunteer travel experts with an outstanding safety system and track record.

Support impact-driven volunteer projects run by locals within your host community.

Academic credit available for all experiences with 45 hours or more through our School of Record with University of Montana that you can apply towards your degree at your home institution.

Flexible booking and free changes so you can register with confidence.
How to Apply

Apply for free: Complete an online application form via the IVHQ website below:
 
  • Select your start date & duration: All IVHQ volunteer programs are available year-round and you can choose to volunteer for durations on this program ranging from 1 to 12 weeks.
  • Complete your registration: After you have been accepted on your chosen program, you can secure your place by paying the Registration Fee.
  • Pay your Program Fee: This is only due 30 days before your program starts.
Need to make changes to your booking? You can make free unlimited changes to your destination, project and dates up until 14 days before you start.
 
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