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Travel2Connect is a small-scale social enterprise that offers interns and volunteers the opportunity - if you are open to it - to learn from a different culture. We will put you in direct contact with ...
Enrich your life: go to the Gambia!
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Summary
Make a difference in a developing country such as Gambia, for example as a (subject) teacher, teaching assistant, childcare worker, healthcare worker or welfare worker.Detailed description
That's why Gambia
Gambia offers you the unique opportunity to contribute to the development of a community, while developing yourself personally and professionally. In a position that matches your education and/or experience. For example, you can teach English, organize creative activities for children, or, completely different, you will provide essential care in local hospitals and pharmacies. Experience the culture from within and build unforgettable memories!
Education
You help children and young people by first watching with the teacher and assisting with the English lesson, and/or teaching independently, you organize creative or sporting activities for children and young people and thereby contribute to their growth and development.
Care and welfare
Work with local professionals in hospitals, pharmacies, and dental practices. Or support children with disabilities and learn essential skills in an international context.
This is you
You are at least 18 years old upon departure. It goes without saying that you are in excellent, healthy physical and mental condition.
You are naturally patient, flexible and reliable. And of course you are interested in other cultures. Your education(s) and/or experience fits in with one of the fields. There is a registration procedure where you must be prepared to apply for a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG). We pay the costs of the Certificate of Good Conduct.
Invest in your own development
You must be prepared to bear the costs associated with this volunteer work (preparation and guidance costs, ticket, accommodation costs and meals).
It gives you a lot
- You participate in super interesting projects;
- It is a wonderful, unique experience that broadens your horizons;
- You will meet many new people, allowing you to significantly expand your personal and professional network;
- There is thorough preparation in the Netherlands and good guidance in Gambia;
- We arrange the transfer to and from the airport for you;
- In Gambia you will have a fun and interesting introduction day;
- You have a supportive supervisor on location;
- The accommodation address is your safe home base where you can relax and where you can ask your questions;
- You have various options for trips and/or attending workshops.
