Take a challenge and raise money Doing voluntary work in Peru

The Programme

You will have a 2-week rewarding experience living with a caring Peruvian family in Lima learning this rich culture. In addition you can make a real difference to the lives of people who urgently need your support and knowledge. This programme commencing on a Saturday between the months of January-March is open to everybody aged 18-80 with a basic level of Spanish. You need to let us know well in advance of your intension to participate in this programme in order to design it according to the area you want to work in.

Work involved

The voluntary work is based in the South of Lima in the district of Chorrillos. Working hours vary but you can expect to work between 4-5 hours daily. In addition to your daily activities you will receive Spanish classes designed for your level. You can work as: an English teacher to teach children; as a doctor to run health campaigns in the community; as a Psychiatrist/Psychologist to work with women and their children

This programme include

2 weeks homestay with a caring Peruvian familyCost of laundry Two nutritious meals a day. Vegetarians are welcome4 hours Spanish classes for your levelAirport pick upService of an in-country coordinator

 Visa costs and flights UK-PeruTravel insuranceIn-country transport, except transport to your work

Costs & Registration

This is a raising-money programme to sponsor a child’s school education and wellbeing which is £270 per year in order to buy books, uniforms and provide basic dental care. You can decide to raise money for 1, 2 or 3 years of one child’s education after you have covered your programme cost. The cost of the two weeks programme is £599, registration fee of £150. Most of our volunteers pay their programme cost themselves so the money they raise is used to sponsor a child. You can also combine this voluntary programme with the Inca Trail programme to Machupicchu, Cuzco. In order to register, please send to the address below, your registration form and payment by cheque (payable to Help Women and Children) as soon as possible.
Please contact fundraising@helpwomenandchildren.org should you need further information.