Cabo Verde has a distinct natural history, and much of the
country's biodiversity has yet to be explored and discovered. In addition to
the aesthetic, spiritual, educational and cultural value offered, the natural
heritage of these islands has the ability to provide unique economic
opportunities for the people of Cabo Verde. Working in community
development is perhaps one of the most in-demand, challenging, and diverse
volunteer opportunities available on a global scale today.
As a volunteer you will have an assistant role in the design
and implementation of a variety of environmental educational activities to help
to facilitate sustainable development for the community utilizing local
resources and by providing them with the education and skills they need to
empower themselves to be self- sufficient. You’ll have the possibility to work
with kids and in local community projects.
When volunteering abroad with children you can expect to be
welcomed with open arms, literally. Children are fascinated by foreigners in
almost every country, so most children will be eager to learn about your
culture and language and spend time getting to know you. Through this playful
exchange of cultural customs, you will get to know the children and the local
culture on a much deeper level. Becoming a Community Volunteer helps you
contribute in preserving some unique and special ways of life and helping
people achieve a common goal.
This project is perfect for anyone who's ready for a
challenge, loves spending time with children and has lots of energy. You will
be having fun and making new friends.
You will have also the opportunity to help the project doing
some patrols in the beaches at night with other rangers in order to deter
hunters and ensure the turtle can nest safely. During patrols, you will also
assist with important fieldwork activities, including tagging and measuring
turtles, and relocation and excavation of nests. During the month of
August onward, you may be asked to do an overnight shift in the project hatchery
monitoring the nests that are due to hatch and releasing the hatchlings in
nearby beaches.
With this experience you’ll learn about turtle conservation
techniques and will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the
survival of marine turtles.
Community volunteers are based in an apartment in Santa
Maria, but will also spend some days and nights in the field camp while joining
the field team. Volunteers work six days each week and will have 1 day/night
off to explore the island, enjoy diving, surfing and other water sports, or
just lay on the beach and relax!
Living under these conditions can be challenging, extremely
tiring and stressful, and will include work both at night and during the day. A
good level of fitness and physical and mental energy is required as patrols are
long (possibly all night), conducted on foot and may be as long as 15km.
Requirements:
Desire to participate in conservation
At least 18 years old
Understand written and spoken English and Portuguese
Good level of physical fitness
High level of energy and flexibility
Able to cope with physically challenging conditions
(camping, long walks, late nights, hot weather, insects)
Previous experience in educational programmes or studies
related to education
Ability to work and live with people of different
backgrounds and nationalities
Volunteer Contributions:
Volunteer’s contributions cover accommodations, utilities
such as water and electricity, and meals during your time spend on the field
camp. Please note that water and basic meals are provided in the camp.
Volunteer contributions also provide critical funds needed to support basic but
essential needs of the project, allowing us to patrol the beaches more
effectively, and ultimately protect more turtles.
1 Month: €300
50€ for each additional week beyond 1 month.
Benefits:
Volunteers will be provided with accommodation during their
stay. Meals will be provided to volunteers only during their time in camp. In
addition to meals and accommodation, spending time in the project will give you
an incredible opportunity to work closely with marine turtles and directly
contribute to their conservation. You will gain valuable fieldwork experience,
and be exposed to a wide range of cultures and backgrounds during your time
with us.
Timing:
Minimum one month. The period goes from 1 July until 20
October. Volunteers can apply at any point throughout the season.
For more info: volunteerinsal@gmail.com
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