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Work 4 The Crescent Millroad, Middleton Co. Cork Irelandwork
Work Phone: + 353 21 4621748work
Work Email: info@brightercommunities.orgINTERNET
Website: http://brightercommunities.org/en/index.php
Biography
Brighter Communities Worldwide
http://brightercommunities.org/en/index.php
http://www.brightercommunities.org
email harambee@brightercommunities.org
Biography
Brighter Communities Worldwide (BCW) is a charity with a wealth of experience building sustainable communities in East Africa. Founded as Friends of Londiani in 2002, our model creates an enabling environment for communities to realise change.
Our vision is a world where strong, healthy communities can thrive, building sustainable livelihoods and brighter futures for all.
Our mission is to work in partnership with communities, to deliver programmes that enrich their lives and help create better futures for them and their families.
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Intro
Harambee is a swahili word which means ‘working together’ and this is what volunteering with BCW is all about. Most years, there are two Harambee’s from Ireland – one in July/August and another in October/November. Harambee provides a short-term volunteer placement opportunity for 2 or 3 weeks in Kenya along with a training programme around it to enhance the experience and help prepare you for it. Not enough time to change the world but enough time to change your way of looking at it. This is a chance to use your skills to help make changes to peoples lives and to explore hands on for yourself an understanding of global development issues. It is also an opportunity to learn new skills
Is Irish
Yes
Non Profit
Yes
Organisation Type
Short-term/Intercultural, Community Development
Age Requirements
Minimum age is 18
Language Requirements
English
Disability Access
Depends on placement; contact organisation for further details
Education Requirement
No
Other Requirements
Volunteers must be willing to work on a team, attend the training weekends and debriefing/evaluation weekend
Application Procedure
Harambee provides a short-term volunteer placement opportunity for 2 or 3 weeks in Kenya along with a training programme around it to enhance the experience and help prepare you for it. Anyone aged 18 years or over on January 1st on the project year can apply. There is no upper age limit but medical proof of fitness is required for anyone over 70 years of age. Application forms can be downloaded from BCW website or by emailing harambee@brightercommunities.org
Cost
Costs are broken into 2 areas – personal costs which cover training expenses, flights, transport, food & accomodation in Kenya and fundraising costs which is an agreed amount that each volunteer commits to raising to support the community development programmes in Kenya. Costs vary from project to project – see the BCW website for current costs. Costs in addition to these will include travel insurance, vaccinations, visa for Kenya and any optional tourist activities at the end of the project, these will vary from person to person.
Benefits
Flights, food, accommodation, training, project support
Work Individually/In Teams
In teams
Code Of Practice
Yes. BCW are signatories to Comhlámh’s Code of Good Practice for volunteer sending agencies.
Volunteer Charter
Yes. Volunteers receive a copy of Comhlamh’s Volunteer Charter.
In Country Support
Yes, available full-time
Pre Programme Training
BCW has a comprehensive volunteer training programme for all volunteers travelling to Kenya with them. Participation and completion of this training programme is compulsory for all volunteers. Time wise it will involve committing to approx. 4 days or evenings overall spread out over time before you travel and when you come home.
Topics covered will include:
- Community Development
- Kenya’s Healthy Village Programme
- Practicalities e.g. fundraising support; volunteer health & first aid; what to bring with you etc.
- Skills Training – any specific skills training you require related to the work that will be happening in Kenya during your volunteer placement
- Team-building & Cultural Awareness
- Opportunities for staying engaged with development after your overseas placement
Part of the training programme covers details on BCW’s policies and safe practices and all volunteers are required to adhere to these and also to be willing to be Garda-vetted.
Post-Programme Debriefing
Holds an evaluation and debriefing weekend
Contact with Returned Volunteers
Yes
Location
Africa
Countries
Kenya
Activities
Community Development
Construction
Education
Health/Medical
Other
Duration
0-4 Weeks
1-3 Months
4 The Crescent Millroad, Middleton Ireland
Home 4 Foxfield Grove, Raheny, Dublin 5 Dublinhome
Work Phone: +353 87 6522888work
Work Email: cheeers.chairperson@gmail.comINTERNET
Work Email: cheeers.secretary@gmail.comINTERNET
Biography
Mission: CHEEERS: Developing Healthcare Together works together with local communities to deevlop healthcare services nad to promote education, skills development and capactiy building.
CHEEERS stands for:
– Community
– Healthcare
– Empowering
– Education
– Experiences
– Relationships and
– Support
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Intro
CHEEERS: Developing Healthcare Together works together with developing communities to improve healthcare services and to promote education and training of healthcare professionals. We work alongside Kisiizi Hospital staff and the local community to develop a number of healthcare projects and provide further education and training.
Activities
Projects to date have focused on capacity building of staff and projects around nutrition and dietetics, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, pharmacy and accountancy.
Duration
2 week projects in country, usually around Easter. Pre-departure training and fundraising is over a 4 month period prior to departure and post project debrief and project handover is within a month after return.
Is Irish:
Yes
Non Profit:
Non profit, professional volunteer multidisciplinary sending organsiation
Organisation Type
Registered charity (RCN: 20153335) and non-profit Company Limited By Guarantee (CRO: 591480)
Age Requirements
Over 18 with a recognised medical, health or finance related qualification
Language Requirements
Work through English
Disability Access
The CHEEERS: DHT programme is accessible and open to people with disabilities whose needs can be appropriately catered for within the current resources and capacity of our organisation and that of our partner organisation Kisiizi Hospital in south west Uganda. This is assessed on a case by case basis by the CHEEERS: DHT board of Trustees, management team and the management team of our partner in Uganda.
Getting involved and working voluntarily with our organisation in Ireland is open to all individuals.
Education Requirement
Registered health and social care professional qualification, Medical Doctors, Nurses and also professional healthcare support staff, such as accountants.
Other Requirements
Fit, healthy and successfully complete the CHEEERS: DHT selection process (Application form, interview and meet the required partners criteria)
Application Procedure
Apply directly to organisation. Must complete a formal application and undergo an interview.
Cost
Approx: €1,250 to €1,500 (covers flights, in country transportation costs and food and accommodation).
Benefits
The CHEEERS: DHT programme has benefits and impacts annually for our local partner Kisiizi Hospital in south west Uganda. These range from increasing local staff knowledge in key areas, raising awareness in relation to important public health topics, developing specific health service developments, providing funding for equipment and infrastructure and funding for local staff to pursue further education among other initiatives.
The CHEEERS: DHT programme has benefits for our volunteers personally and professionally. Specifically volunteers have highlighted that the programme has benefited their careers and they have developed skills in the areas of communication, team work, leadership, resourcefulness, clinical knowledge and confidence. Finally, volunteers have also cited exposure to international health issues as beneficial and that they have developed ideas for how to improve their own services at home in Ireland from their experience working with CHEEERS: DHT and Kisiizi Hospital.
Work Individually/In Teams
Work in multidisciplinary teams in partnership with local colleagues in Uganda
Code of Practice Compliance Level:
Yes, signatory to Comhlamh’s Code of Good Practice for volunteer sending agencies
Do you promote and disseminate Comhlamh’s Volunteer Charter:
Yes
In Country Support
Yes, available full time
Pre-Programme Training
Yes
Contact with Returned Volunteers
Yes. Contact is maintained via an opt-in mail list and database. Volunteers are also contacted to hand over to the following years volunteers and remain involved and engaged that way. Some past volunteers also support fundraising initiatives, as well. Volunteers are actively encouraged to continue their engagement with Global Health issues and can be linked in with the Chartered Physiotherapists in International Health and Development (CPIHD) special interest group which supports Health and Social care professionals in Ireland with an interest in Global Health.
Location
Irish based charity working in Southwestern Uganda
Countries
Uganda
4 Foxfield Grove, Raheny, Dublin 5 Dublin
Home Church of Ireland House Church Avenue Rathmines Comhlamh Dublin Dublin Dublin DO6 CF67 Irelandhome
Home Phone: (+353) 1 497 0931home
Work Email: info@cmsireland.orgINTERNET
Website: https://www.cmsireland.org/go
Biography
For over 200 years, CMSI has helped to send and support people from Ireland to work alongside the global Church. While the context of global mission and the approach taken may have changed, we still see huge value in sending and receiving people.
We continue to provide opportunities for individuals to visit and serve our Global Partners. We also work with churches in Ireland to facilitate and host visits by our partners.
Church of Ireland House Church Avenue Dublin Dublin DO6 CF67 Ireland
Work 10 North Quay Drogheda, Co. Louthwork
Work Phone: 0419801005work
Work Email: info@developmentperspectives.ieINTERNET
Website: http://www.developmentperspectives.ie/
Biography
Development Perspectives mission is “to tackle poverty, inequality and climate change through transformative education and active global citizenship”
Development Perspectives recognises the importance of learning from different local and global perspectives. Acknowledging the value that emotional impact has on meaningful learning, experiential learning plays an important role in all our programmes. The SDG Advocate Training is an 8 month Development Education journey designed for people not only to learn more about poverty, inequality and climate change but to act and challenge some of the complex development issues that face local and global communities. This annual programme is still one of the core elements of our work and shorter projects are designed based on its template. For further information https://www.developmentperspectives.ie/advocate.html
10 North Quay Drogheda, Co. Louth
Home Director of DBIV Salesian House 45 St Teresa’s Rd Crumlin Dublin Dublin dublin D12 XK52 Irelandhome
Work Email: dbiv@salesiansireland.ieINTERNET
Website: https://www.salesiansireland.ie/volunteer/
Biography
Don Bosco Ireland Volunteers (DBIV) is the volunteering branch of the Salesians of Don Bosco in Ireland. Our organisation provides and invites opportunities for young people and adults to participate in the Salesian Mission – both in Ireland and abroad.
Our Mission
At Don Bosco Ireland Volunteers, we offer adults the opportunity to serve the young, vulnerable and poor – while living and working alongside Salesian communities around the world. In this way, all Volunteers ‘learn through action’.
Our Focus
Whether in Ireland or abroad, we endeavour to ensure volunteers work on placements which match their abilities and are in line with their own personal interests, abilities and skills. At the same time, the placement must support the needs of the young people within the host Salesian community.
The Results
As a Don Bosco Ireland Volunteer you will:
- enjoy the opportunity of serving young people worldwide – working in solidarity with them towards shared goals;
- learn about the Salesian ethos; living and experiencing our way of life as faith in action;
- embrace the opportunity to live in a Salesian community and work on initiatives that tackle vital and specific global issues – such as injustice, climate change, poverty and education;
- have the chance to continue with Don Bosco Ireland Volunteers once you return from your placement.
Qualifying as an International DBIV Volunteer
As a Volunteer working abroad, you will need to be over 18 years of age and will be required to complete our induction programme.
You will be asked to commit to your placement for a period of 1-12 months. Through our many projects and initiatives, we have seen that volunteers and hosting communities benefit most, and enjoy a richer experience, when the placement project is for a period of 6 months or longer.
Director of DBIV Salesian House Dublin dublin D12 XK52 Ireland
Ecumenical Accompaniment Programme in Palestine and Israel
Ecumenical Accompaniment Programme in Palestine and IsraelBiography
We recruit volunteers to give 3 months to live as human rights monitors (we call them Ecumenical Accompaniers) in the West Bank. Volunteers are given full preparation and training and commit to doing advocacy work on their return, in the belief that ordinary people can influence policy and bring about positive change. We seek an end to the occupation of the occupied Palestinian territories and a just peace based on international law. We work with both Palestinians and Israelis to bring this about.
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Countries Worked In: Israel/Occupied Palestinian Territories – West Bank
Not-for-profit
yes
Does your organisation have or subscribe to an established policy that sets out the rights and responsibilities of volunteers, e.g., a Volunteer Charter?
All our volunteers sign a memorandum of agreement, and a statement of indemnity
Age requirements?
No. but all must be physically fit and demonstrated psychological and emotional maturity.
language requirements?
No, but any Arabic or Hebrew is an advantage. All must speak English.
Do you have placements that are accessible for volunteers with disabilities
This can be looked into with the individual concerned.
Educational or professional requirements?
No.
Other selection criteria?
No – apart from demonstrating good advocacy networks in the UK or Ireland.
Please outline the application procedure
Application form, plus 3 references if selected for interview.
costs?
No, all out of pocket expenses are met including preparation and training in London, UK, flights to Israel/OPT and living expenses for 3 months in the field.
What benefits does your organisation provide for volunteers?
As above.
Activities with which volunteers are involved:
Human rights monitoring; living in the West Bank; reporting on incidents and newsletter writing for advocacy.
duration of projects
3 months, or occasionally 4.5 months.
Does your organisation have policies for the protection of children and vulnerable people which you can make available to potential volunteers/volunteers?
Yes.
Do volunteers work individually or in teams while overseas?
In international teams of 4-6 people.
Does your organisation provide an in-country contact person for volunteers?
Yes. There is a small staff team in Jerusalem with responsibility for up to 30 volunteers from 25 countries at any one time.
Does your organisation provide pre-departure training for volunteers?
Covers all aspects required.
Does your organisation provide post-return debriefing for volunteers?
Yes, including one to one debriefing interview, options for retreat, further counselling and preparation for ongoing advocacy work.
If requested, can you put accepted volunteers in touch with returned volunteers?
Yes.
QPSW, Religious Society of Friends, Friends House, London, NW1 2BJ UK
Work 1 Empress Place Summerhill North Cork Irelandwork
Work Phone: (021)455-1535work
Work Fax: (021)455-1587workfax
Work Email: info@eilireland.orgINTERNET
Website: https://www.eilireland.org/explore/
Biography
Mission Statement
EIL is a not for profit intercultural learning organisation dedicated to increasing equality and understanding between peoples and cultures across the world. EIL volunteers work and live alongside local people who are actively engaged in the fight against poverty, injustice and discrimination. On their return to Ireland EIL asks volunteers to be the voice for the stories of the people they worked with and to highlight their experience of poverty and inequality through campaigning or by joining the EIL Development Education Network.
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Is Irish
Yes
Non Profit
Yes
Organisation Type
Short-term/Intercultural
Age Requirements
Minimum age requirement is 18 years
Language Requirements
No. Programmes in Spanish-, Portuguese-and French-speaking countries include a language course in preparation for the volunteer placement
Disability Access
Depends on project; further details available from organisation
Education Requirement
No, except for some health projects
Other Requirements
Volunteers should be independent-minded travellers, with the flexibility, initiative and maturity needed to volunteer in a developing country
Application Procedure
Completed application form with two referees, CV, 2 passport sized photos and deposit of Euro 250. This is followed be a telephone or face-to-face interview. Application forms available from the EIL office or website. Police checks may be necessary in certain cases.
Cost
Yes. Programme fees start from €785. Volunteers also cover travel costs. EIL also offer a number of fully and partially funded travel awards on an annual basis. Please see website for updates.
Benefits
Volunteering with EIL gives participants an opportunity to immerse themselves in a local community setting. Through our experienced overseas partners we identify meaningful, sustainable projects that create an environment where Volunteers learn about local customs and practices. EIL’s Volunteer Abroad programme is underpinned by a global justice perspective and supports Volunteers to tell the story of the communities they meet while they are away, and when they get home. Ongoing engagement with the EIL network in Ireland allows participants to reflect on development issues with people from a diverse range of backgrounds who have had a similar international experience and want to continue to make a difference to the global context.
Code Of Practice
Yes; subscribes to the agreed standards of Federation EIL. Also signatories to the Comhlamh Code of Good Practice
Volunteer Charter
We ask volunteers to sign up to Comhlamh’s volunteer charter.
In Country Support
Yes, 24 hour X 7 days per week local support separate from host project
Pre Programme Training
EIL’s comprehensive pre departure workshop includes information on your health and safety, cultural adaptation, how to respectfully capture and share images and messages, and a host of activities to prepare you for the challenges you will face. At each of our workshops previous returned volunteers share their knowledge and experience and are on hand to answer questions.
Post-Programme Debriefing
On return to Ireland you will receive a one-to-one telephone debriefing as well as having the opportunity to participate in our annual debriefing day. This gives volunteers a chance to share their experience with others, draw comparisons and recognise differences in global realities in different countries. This day marks the beginning of the journey for volunteers to plan how they can use their experience to make a difference.
Contact with Returned Volunteers
Yes
Location
Africa
Asia
Latin America
Countries
Africa (Morocco, Ghana, South Africa), Asia (India, Nepal, Thailand, Vietnam, China), Turkey, Latin America (Argentina, Peru, Chile, Ecuador, Guatemala, Mexico)
Activities
Community development, conservation and environment, education and working with children, health and medical care, human rights, women’s rights, animal conservation.
Duration
3 weeks to 1 year
1 Empress Place Summerhill Ireland
Home c/o Teacher’s Club, 36, Parnell Sq. W. Dublin 1 Dublinhome
Work Email: giveireland@gmail.comINTERNET
Biography
GIVE has a long-term commitment to supporting education in The Gambia. We are developing sustainable programmes in cooperation with the CES in The Gambia.
Volunteers spend 4 to 6 weeks in The Gambia. Our programmes usually run from late January to early March. We work directly with Gambian teachers, using their school syllabus. We also work with students receiving ‘second-chance’ education at Skill Centres. As experienced teachers, our volunteers communicate best practise and support local teachers in developing practical active-learning methodologies with their students in the classroom.
Qualifications and Experience
As we work with teachers in The Gambia, GIVE is seeking fully qualified teachers, retired or on career-break.
Application Procedure
Candidates submit a detailed application form. Following a successful interview, receipt of two suitable references and vetting through the National Vetting Bureau, volunteers are accepted onto our programme and join our team for pre-departure training.
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Is Irish Yes
Non Profit Yes
Organisation Type VSA
Age Requirements Mature
Language Requirements English
Disability Access
Education Requirement B.Ed, B.A with H.Dip,
Other Requirements Experienced, fully qualified teachers only.
Application Procedure Application form, interview, selection process
Cost
Benefits
Work Individually/In Teams Both
Code of Practice Yes CoGP Core Standards
Volunteer Charter Yes
In Country Support Yes
Pre-Programme Training Yes
Contact with Returned Volunteers Yes
Location Projects in Gambia, West Africa
Countries
Intro
Activities Teaching
Duration 4 to 6 weeks
c/o Teacher’s Club, 36, Parnell Sq. W. Dublin 1 Dublin
Home The Liffey Trust Centre 117-126 Upper Sheriff Street Dublin D1 home
Work Phone: 01-5310033work
Work Email: Mary@habitatireland.ieINTERNET
Website: www.habitatireland.org
Biography
Mission Statement
Habitat for Humanity seeks to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world, and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action by building simple, decent, affordable homes in partnership with people in need. Through Habitat for Humanity’s Global Village programme, teams of volunteers become active partners with host communities worldwide, helping to build a ‘global village’ of homes, communities and hope
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Age requirements:
16-18 for school/youth builds (or if accompanied by a parent on closed team)
18+ for all other builds
Under other requirements:
No
Application Procedure:
Individuals wishing to join an Open team or Big Build can apply via our website Application Form; once received a member of staff will be in contact to organise an informal interview – references will be required; Please keep an eye on our Overseas Volunteering page for upcoming trips
There is an option to form your own team of family and friends, please contact our office for details. Likewise teachers, TY coordinators, youth or church leaders or corporate staff who would like to organise a team can do so by contacting Mary on 01-5310033 or mary@habitatireland.ie.
Contact with Returned Volunteers:
Yes: Team debrief is held – Newsletters and following opportunities are provided
Countries:
Africa (Zambia, Malawi, South Africa, Ethiopia)
Asia ( Philippines, Vietnam, Bangladesh, India, Nepal)
Europe (Romania, Poland, Hungary)
Latin America (El Salvador, Paraguay)
Other information:
All team leaders on minor teams will undergo Garda Vetting
The Liffey Trust Centre 117-126 Upper Sheriff Street Dublin D1
Home Immunisation 4 Life 35 Eallagh Headford Galway co. Irelandhome
Cell Phone: +353(0)86 0246749cell
Website: http://www.immunisation4lifechildhealthspecialists.com
Biography
Immunisation 4 Life’s mission is to:
1. Improve the health and life expectancy of vulnerable children in low resource countries. This will be achieved by partnership and collaboration with local communities, to achieve Millennium Development Goal 4.
2. In partnership with other NGO’s, local agencies and local community we aim to assess the needs of local communities, develop and maintain sustainable programmes, through education and training of local volunteers.
3. To ensure a safe, productive and valuable experience and insight into the complexities of volunteering in a developing country.
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Do you have any age requirements for your volunteer placements? If yes, please state the minimum and maximum age limits.
No
Do you have specific language requirements for your programmes?
No
Do you have placements that are accessible for volunteers with disabilities?
No
Do volunteers for your projects require specific educational or professional qualifications? If yes, please give a brief outline of the type of qualifications required.
Yes – Nursing, Medical, Allied Health Professions, Administration.
Do volunteers for your projects need to meet any other selection criteria? If yes, please give a brief outline of your requirements (For example, religious beliefs, marital status, etc).
No
Please outline the application procedure, including whether references are required.
All volunteers submit a CV with references, undergo interview and undergo Garda vetting.
Are there any costs associated with participating in your volunteer programmes? If yes, please state the starting point of costs (e.g., programme costs begin at…)
Yes. Cost of flight, accommodation, food per trip = €1200 approx.
What benefits does your organisation provide for volunteers? (Examples could include travel costs, accommodation, food, etc.)
Pre and post trip medical check-ups and vaccinations with designated GP; travel insurance.
Please give a brief outline of the types of activities with which volunteers are involved:
Education and training for the assessment and management of malnutrition. Audit of malnutrition programme.
Please state the duration of projects on which you place volunteers, noting the shortest and the longest times.
One week to 10 days per placement.
Does your organisation have policies for the protection of children and vulnerable people which you can make available to potential volunteers/volunteers?
Yes.
Do volunteers work individually or in teams while overseas?
In teams.
Does your organisation provide an in-country contact person for volunteers? If yes, does this person work on a full-time basis?
No.
Does your organisation provide pre-departure training for volunteers? If yes, please provide a brief outline of the content.
Yes. Training pack includes Child Protection, Code of Behaviour, Guidelines for the Supplementary Feeding Programmes and information on Zambia.
Does your organisation provide post-return debriefing for volunteers? If yes, please provide a brief outline of the content.
Yes. Volunteers on return get a call from team leader and attend a post trip debrief meeting.
If requested, can you put accepted volunteers in touch with returned volunteers?
Yes.
Work Explorium National Science & Sports Centre Blackglen Road Sandyford Dublin Dublin D18 N1F2 Irelandwork
Work Phone: 01 494 8200work
Work Fax: 01 494 8250workfax
Work Email: info@melloneducate.comINTERNET
Website: http://nmtownshiptrust.com/
Biography
Mission Statement
“We believe better education will significantly improve the lives of children living in poverty in Africa. Mellon Educate partners with local schools to achieve permanently improved school results with an overall school pass rate of at least 75%.”
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Is Irish
Yes
Non Profit
Yes
Organisation Type
Short-term/Intercultural
Age Requirements
Minimum age 18, maximum age of 60
Language Requirements
English
Disability Access
No
Education Requirement
No
Other Requirements
8o% of volunteers must be from the construction industry, while 20% are non-trade.
Application Procedure
Complete an application form and submit a medical certificate.
Cost
Yes, programme costs begin at €4,500
Benefits
Travel, accommodation, breakfast, lunch and water during the day.
Work Individually/In Teams
In teams, of between 70 and 100.
Code Of Practice
Signatory of Comhlámh’s Code of Good Practice for Sending Organisations
Volunteer Charter
The Niall Mellon Township Trust promotes the Comhlámh Volunteer Charter
In Country Support
Yes, available on a full-time basis
Pre Programme Training
Pre-departure briefing document is available for all volunteers; regional briefing meetings take place 6 weeks prior to departure.
Contact with Returned Volunteers
Yes
Location
Africa
Countries
Africa
Activities
Construction
Duration
1 Week
Explorium National Science & Sports Centre Blackglen Road Dublin D18 N1F2 Ireland
Work 157 Thomas Street Dublin 8 Irelandwork
Work Phone: 01 5424178work
Work Email: miriam@nurtureafrica.ie.orgINTERNET
Website: http://www.nurtureafrica.ie/
Biography
Mission Statement
The vision of Nurture Africa is for the most vulnerable children in Uganda to lead productive lives and become positive influences on society. Our development projects provide healthcare and education for orphans and vulnerable children. Nurture Africa believes in working in partnership with Ugandan communities and supporting them holistically. Nurture Africa was formerly known as A-Z Children’s Charity.
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Is Irish
Yes
Non Profit
Yes
Organisation Type
Short-term/Intercultural
Telephone Number
01 5424178
Age Requirements
Minimum: 20 – no upper age limit
Language Requirements
Fluent English is necessary
Disability Access
It depends on the nature of the disability, but if a volunteer’s mobility is seriously affected, the placement may not be suitable.
Education Requirement
We offer specialised placements for primary and secondary teachers and for nurses, including under-graduates. We also offer placements for which no specific qualifications are required. Student nurses must have completed at least their 3rd year of training to be eligible.
Other Requirements
No.
Application Procedure
Complete an application form which can be returned by email or post. Applicants will be invited for an interview, and those who are successful will be allocated places on a first-come-first-served basis. Places are limited so early application is recommended to avoid disappointment. Contact us for an application form or download it from the website.
Cost
Volunteers must pay for flights, vaccinations and living expenses.
Benefits
Living expenses, all meals, accommodation, local transport, private health insurance are provided for a nominal one-off fee (approx €130 for the whole placement).
Work Individually/In Teams
In teams
Code Of Practice
Signatories of the Comhlamh Code of Good Practice
Volunteer Charter
Comhlamh Volunteer Charter
In Country Support
Yes, the Volunteer Coordinators who provide the pre-departure induction and training also travel to Uganda to coordinate the volunteer projects.
Pre Programme Training
Yes – 2 workshop weekends providing information on travel, health, organisational policies, cultural awareness, team-building and placement preparation.
Post-Programme Debriefing
Yes, Reunion Day including group debriefing.
Location
Africa
Countries
Uganda
Activities
Children/Young People
Construction
Education
Health/Medical
Duration
0-4 Weeks
157 Thomas Street Dublin 8 Ireland
Work 31 Pembroke Road, Dublin 4 Ireland Dublin Irelandwork
Work Phone: 01-667-6659work
Work Email: info@operationsmile.ieINTERNET
Website: http://www.operationsmile.ie/about-us/who-we-are/
Biography
Healing children’s smiles. Making the world a better place.
At Operation Smile Ireland, we measure ourselves by the joy we see on children’s faces. We’re more than a charity. More than an NGO. We’re a mobilised force of medical professionals and caring hearts who provide safe, effective reconstructive surgery for children born with facial deformities such as cleft lip and cleft palate.
Every three minutes, a child is born with a cleft — often unable to eat, speak, socialise or smile. In some places these children are shunned and rejected. And in too many cases, their parents can’t afford to give them the surgeries they need to live a normal life.
That’s where we come in. Since 1982, Operation Smile— through the help of dedicated medical volunteers — has provided free surgeries to children in more than 50 countries, healing their smiles and bringing hope for a better future.
Thanks to the generosity and spirit of volunteerism shown by our supporters, we heal thousands of children per year and, today, more than 200,000 girls and boys have a chance at a new life because of our work.
31 Pembroke Road, Dublin 4 Dublin Ireland
Home SeeBeyondBorders Ireland 31 Woodlands Portmarnock Dublin Irelandhome
Home Phone: (+353) 86 375 6554home
Work Email: ireland@seebeyondborders.orgINTERNET
Website: https://www.seebeyondborders.ie/
Biography
SeeBeyondBorders Ireland is a newly established development organisation aiming to build an Irish footprint in support of inclusive education for all Cambodian children. We support the work SeeBeyondBorders are doing on the ground in rural Cambodian to provide quality education. We work in partnership with Cambodian educators striving to achieve Development Goal Number 4 – Quality Education for Cambodian children.
Work Scala Castle Road Blackrock Corkwork
Work Phone: (021) 4358800 Ext. 204work
Work Email: info@serve.ieINTERNET
Website: http://www.serve.ie/
Biography
Mission Statement
SERVE is a development and volunteering organisation committed to tackling poverty in the majority world. We strive to do this by working in solidarity, service and partnership with marginalised and oppressed communities, empowering them to tackle the root causes of poverty and injustice. SERVE’s specific focus is towards gender equality, children and young people. SERVE achieves this by: Offering volunteering projects in Ireland, Brazil, India, the Philippines, Thailand, South Africa, Zambia and Mozambique; fostering global citizenship by opening opportunities for volunteers from developing countries to participate in service projects in Ireland; offering a Development Education Programme to all participants; and providing an outreach service to youth organisations helping them to creatively engage with Development Issues; engaging in advocacy initiatives, and supporting Fair Trade projects.
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Is Irish
Yes
Non Profit
Yes
Organisation Type
Short-term/Intercultural
Age Requirements
Minimum of 18 years, maximum age is flexible.
Language Requirements
No. Portuguese is beneficial for Mozambique but not required. Some placements may be influenced by language skills
Disability Access
Depends on placement. Please contact the organisation for further details.
Education Requirement
No. Some specialist professions are sought and will be beneficial, but application is open to all skill levels and backgrounds. A flexible, get up and go attitude is essential.
Other Requirements
Volunteers must have a spirit of adventure; be a team player; be committed to the entire programme including mandatory pre-departure training and a post placement de-briefing weekend; be willing to fundraise; be interested in international development; be ready to rough it; be willing to learn from another culture and respect the traditions and customs of our host partners; be willing to learn and participate in Development Education and challenging your perspectives.
As many host partners will be linked to the Catholic Church, it is important that volunteers are comfortable with this. They must be willing to enter into a Volunteer Contract with SERVE and adhere to all of SERVE’s policies and procedures.
For more information on country specific requirements click this link
http://www.serve.ie/volunteer/where-we-volunteer/
Application Procedure
Our volunteer recruitment runs from October – November every year. During this time, you can apply online via our website. You must attend an information session, submit an application form, attend an interview and undergo garda vetting and reference checks. Successful applicants are offered a placement overseas and enter an agreement with SERVE to attend mandatory pre-departure training and a post placement de-briefing weekend called the ‘Next Steps Weekend’.
Cost
Yes. The Programme Fee is €2,995/£2,650. Once you have been offered a place you will be provided with a list of instalment dates to pay this fee. Each volunteer is encouraged to contribute to this fee and to raise these funds through their own fundraising initiatives. Volunteers have access to SERVE branded fundraising materials such as bibs, buckets and posters etc. The organisation of fundraising events will be the responsibility of the volunteer. Volunteers raising money on behalf of SERVE must comply with SERVE Fundraising Policies and Procedures.
Benefits
The Programme Fee covers the following;
- Return flights.
- In-country accommodation, transport and main meals.
- Travel insurance.
- Pre-departure training.
- Materials used on the programme such as craft materials, paint, bricks etc.
- It contributes to the overheads incurred by SERVE in running the volunteer programme.
- It provides grants to partners to build on the work undertaken as part of the volunteer programme.
- Cost of the accommodation and meals provided at the de-briefing ‘Next Steps Weekend’ in Ireland.
Work Individually/In Teams
In teams
Code Of Practice
SERVE has been a signatory to the Comhlamh Code of Good Practice in Volunteering since 2005 and subscribes to the Dochas Code of Conduct for the Use of Images and Messages.
Volunteer Charter
SERVE promotes Comhlámh’s Volunteer Charter.
In Country Support
Yes; available full-time.
Pre Programme Training
3 mandatory pre-departure training days, in-country orientation and evaluation.
Contact with Returned Volunteers
Yes.
Location
Sub-Saharan Africa
Asia
India
Countries
Bangalore, India
Beira, Mozambique
Cebu, Philippines
Hanoi, Vietnam
Mazabuka, Zambia
Intro
SERVE’s volunteers play a very important role in building the capacity of our local partners to sustain and improve the services they offer. Our volunteers work with the local community to encourage dialogue. By sharing and working together the SERVE volunteers and the local communities learn from each other. Safety is our priority and we go to every effort to ensure the safety of our volunteers. The programme will be led by experienced Leaders, who accompany the group throughout the placement, and provide supervision and support. SERVE’s partners in country also provide any necessary support. A 24-hour helpline is operated throughout the programme. Health, Safety and Security is covered extensively during the pre-departure training.
SERVE also offers other tailored Programmes for groups and schools:
1) Solidarity Programme: Tailored short-term overseas solidarity programmes for young adults, communities or parishes. SERVE works with individuals and groups across different faith backgrounds to encourage solidarity, diversity and understanding. This programme includes; publicising the project, information evenings, recruitment and selection, pre-departure training, post-project evaluation, establishment of local services and local Solidarity Group.
2) School Immersion Programme: Tailored short-term overseas school immersion programmes for school groups to encourage students to be active global citizens. The experience enables the students to witness the harsh reality of poverty while living in solidarity with families and communities in the developing world. This programme includes; publicising the project around the school, parent information evenings, recruitment and selection, pre-departure training and post-project evaluation.
Activities
The work of a SERVE volunteer varies from country to country and from partner to partner but is always in response to the needs of our partner communities. All our partner projects involve engagement with children and young people. Some examples of work previously undertaken include:
- Community development projects.
- Assisting with classes and school events.
- Music, art, drama and dance workshops.
- Youth leadership programmes, teaching English.
- Disability/Special Needs assistance.
- Refurbishment, light construction and building projects and much more!
Duration
0-4 Weeks
Scala Castle Road Cork
Work UCD International Centre Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre, UCD Belfield Dublin 4 Irelandwork
Work Phone: (01)-7168570work
Work Email: caroline@ucdvo.orgINTERNET
Website: http://www.ucdvo.org/
Biography
UCD Volunteers Overseas has been established to offer students the opportunity to engage in voluntary work in the developing world. We believe in the need to listen to the wisdom of local knowledge and learn from the expertise of local people in all the community projects where we work. We fundraise to support these projects financially on a once off and continuing basis. Those funds are directed according to need to projects identified by local groups, which will most benefit the community. Central to the work of the charity is the belief that students benefit greatly by volunteering their time and energy in these projects. The challenge for students and local people is to learn a mutual respect and understanding of each other’s cultural identities maintaining the hope that we can alleviate some of the causes of disadvantage
Notes
Ireland
Yes
Yes
Short-term/Intercultural
Age Requirements
18+
Language Requirements
No
Disability Access
No
Education Requirement
No
Other Requirements
Applicants must be students, staff or alumni of University College Dublin.
Application Procedure
Applications open online during the first 2 weeks of October each year. Interviews take place at the end of October. Volunteers are selected by mid-November.
Cost
Yes, €2,500 (covers flights, accommodation, local transport, training, project resources)
Benefits
Travel, food, accommodation, training
Work Individually/In Teams
In teams
Code Of Practice
Signatory to Comhlámh’s Code of Practice for Sending Organisations
Volunteer Charter
Promotes Comhlámh’s Volunteer Charter.
In Country Support
No, but all teams work with a local NGO
Pre Programme Training
Yes, four training days, in conjunction with Comhlámh
Post-Programme Debriefing
Yes
Contact with Returned Volunteers
Yes
Location
Asia
Latin America
Countries
Asia (India), Latin America (Haiti, Nicaragua), Africa (Tanzania)
Activities
Conservation/Environment
Construction
Education
Health/Medical
Duration
0-4 Weeks
UCD International Centre Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre, Dublin 4 Ireland
Work 8 New Cabra Road Cabra Dublin Dublin 7 Irelandwork
Work Phone: 01-8689986work
Work Fax: 01-8689898workfax
Work Email: info@viatoreschristi.comINTERNET
Website: http://www.viatoreschristi.com
Biography
Mission Statement
Viatores Christi (VC) is an Irish NGO working in the area of development cooperation in the faith-based development sector since 1960.
We specialise in the recruitment, training and placement of skilled volunteers on projects identified by a mission partner which meets the needs of the beneficiaries. We also specialise in the monitoring and implementation of projects as well as in the provision of experts in developing countries for targeted consultancy.
Notes
Country
Ireland
Is Irish
Yes
Non Profit
Yes
Organisation Type
Long Term Development (specialty in Faith Based Organisations)
Fax Number
01-01-8689898
Age Requirements
Minimum of 21 years.
Language Requirements
Depends on placement: some positions require the volunteer to have the local language.
Disability Access
Viatores Christi is wheelchair accessible
Education Requirement
Transferable skills in a range of different roles.
Other Requirements
Volunteers are encouraged to be actively involved in a voluntary activity in their local community, prior to going overseas.
Application Procedure
Apply directly to Viatores Christi (VC) at apply@viatoreschristi.com to receive an application form. VC will then invite applicants to meet with at an information and recruitment session or at their offices and discuss the next steps. Aspiring volunteers are encouraged to undertake their 4 weekend training programme. (consisting of one weekend for four consecutive months). While providing them with grounding in practical overseas development it assists them to discern what they would like to do and where and when they would like to go overseas. This is particularly suitable for those who wish to volunteer but do not have a timeframe in mind. The available roles are discussed and updated regularly. Direct recruitment for experienced development workers is also undertaken.
Cost
Volunteers are required to fundraise €1000 as a contribution to the high cost of placement, €400 of which is payable upfront and goes towards the four-month training programme which covers materials, facilitators and meals. €600 is a once off cost and goes towards costs of the placement and is payable prior to departing on assignment.
Benefits
Comprehensive support before, during and after assignment. Monthly living allowance, vaccinations, insurances, return flights and a resettlement grant on return are all covered subject to successful application.
Work Individually/In Teams
Both.
Code Of Practice
Viatores Christi are signatories to Comhlámh’s Code of Good Practice.
Volunteer Charter
Organisation can provide copies of Comhlámh’s Volunteer Charter.
In Country Support
Yes in certain countries.
Pre Programme Training
Takes place over 4 weekends; covers topics including Cultural Adaptation, Health, Global Awareness, Community Development
Post-Programme Debriefing
Through meetings with the administrator and a returned volunteer.
Contact with Returned Volunteers
Yes.
Location
Africa
Asia
Latin America and Caribbean
Countries
Africa (include South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia, Kenya, Uganda, Senegal), Asia (Cambodia, Thailand), Latin America and Caribbean (Peru, Brazil, Guatemala, Haiti, Mexico).
Activities
Business
Capacity Building
Education
Health/Medical
Technical Support
Duration
Normally 1 Year +
8 New Cabra Road Cabra Dublin 7 Ireland
Work St Peters Parish Offices New Cabra Road Phibsboro Dublin 7 Irelandwork
Work Phone: 01 8102570 / 087 1397069work
Work Email: info@vlm.ieINTERNET
Website: http://www.vlm.ie
Biography
Mission Statement
VLM aims to support the building of a future for those most in need in the poorest areas of Ethiopia. We also aim to highlight the global issues of poverty and to support action for change. VLM are committed to providing placements for volunteers to immerse themselves in projects where a sharing of skills and learning can take place.
Notes
Country
Ireland
Is Irish
Yes
Non Profit
Yes
Organisation Type
Short-term/Intercultural
Age Requirements
The minimum age 20. There is no maximum age, but certification of fitness to travel is necessary for all.
Language Requirements
English
Disability Access
Depends on placement; contact organisation for further details.
Education Requirement
We recruit professional people of all ages, from a range of backgrounds. Transferable skills and previous voluntary work are helpful.
Other Requirements
VLM welcomes volunteers who Volunteers are required to attend the VLM training weekend, be Garda vetted, provide references and be flexible and adaptable in their placement.
Application Procedure
Download our application form from http://www.vlm.ie, or contact the office on 01 8102570/ 087 1397069 or email info@vlm.ie . Once the completed form has been received VLM will be in touch. We recruit and send volunteers year-round. Garda vetting, reference checks and pre-departure training follows a successful interview.
Cost
€3000 covers flights, accommodation, food, inoculations, insurance, vetting, internal travel and pre-departure training.
Benefits
As well as the above, working closely within the community in a safe environment.
Work Individually/In Teams
Both.
Code Of Practice
Signatory to the Comhlámh Code of Good Practice
Volunteer Charter
A written contract with volunteer. Promotes the Comhlámh Volunteer Charter.
In Country Support
Yes, available full-time
Pre Programme Training
The VLM office is accessible to volunteers at all times, contact with previous volunteers is facilitated and the pre-departure training weekend takes place over 2-3 days.
Post-Programme Debriefing
Yes.
Contact with Returned Volunteers
Yes.
Location
Africa
Countries
Ethiopia
Activities
Agriculture
Capacity Building
Children/Young People
Community Development
Disability/Special Needs
Education
Women
Other
Administration Management
Duration
1-3 Months
4-6 Months
St Peters Parish Offices New Cabra Road Dublin 7 Ireland
Work 30 Mountjoy Square Dublin 1 Irelandwork
Work Phone: (01) 855 1011work
Work Email: info@vsi.ieINTERNET
Website: http://www.vsi.ie
Biography
Mission Statement
Voluntary Service International is the Irish Branch of Service Civil International, a worldwide movement working for peace and international understanding through the medium of voluntary work projects, international exchanges and education and awareness programmes. We base our work on the following values: volunteering, non-violence, human rights, solidarity, respect for the environment, inclusion, empowerment, and cooperation. VSI has three different volunteer programmes: the International Volunteer Projects Programme (Europe, North America, Japan, South Korea, Australia), the Long Term Volunteering Programme (Europe, North America), and the Africa, Asia Latin America and Middle East Programme.
Notes
Country
Ireland
Is Irish
Yes
Non Profit
Yes
Organisation Type
Short-term/Intercultural
Age Requirements
18 years + for International Volunteer Projects and Long Term Volunteering; 21 years + for Africa/Asia/Latin America, Middle East Programme.
Language Requirements
In general, volunteers should speak the common local language, for example, Spanish for Latin American projects.
Disability Access
Depends on placement; contact organisation for further information.
Education Requirement
No.
Other Requirements
For the Long Term Volunteering Programme and the Africa/Asia/Latin America Programme, previous voluntary work experience is required.
Application Procedure
International Volunteer Projects Programme: Volunteers can download and complete forms from web; from VSI annual book or from VSI office and send to VSI with application fee to cover insurance and administration. Long Term Volunteering: Volunteers can download forms from web, or from the VSI office and complete and send to VSI with application fee. Africa/Asia/Latin America, Middle East Programme: Volunteers can get the application form at the Information Workshops run in January/February around the country or from the VSI office. Then complete and return to the VSI office with appropriate fees.
Cost
Yes. Volunteers cover programme and travel costs.
Benefits
Accommodation and food are provided on projects.
Work Individually/In Teams
In teams.
Code Of Practice
VSI are signatories to the Comhlamh Code of Good Practice. A copy is available from the organisation.
Volunteer Charter
Yes; available from organisation. VSI promotes the Comhlamh Volunteer Charter.
In Country Support
Yes, available full-time.
Pre Programme Training
Training is provided for all placements; duration depends on type of placement.
Post-Programme Debriefing
Through workshops and evaluation forms.
Contact with Returned Volunteers
Yes.
Location
Africa
Asia
Europe
Latin America
Countries
various
Activities
Children/Young People
Conservation/Environment
Construction
Disability/Special Needs
Education
Women
Other
Duration
0-4 Weeks
1-3 Months
4-6 Months
30 Mountjoy Square Dublin 1 Ireland
Work ZAMDA 77 Kincora Road, Clontarf, Dublin D3 D3 Irelandwork
Work Phone: 01 8334857work
Work Email: ZamdaCharity@gmail.comINTERNET
Website: http://www.zamdaireland.com/
Biography
Zamda is a charity set up through St. Josephs C.B.S. in Fairview which provides aid to a number of projects and initiatives in Kabwe in Zambia. Our aim is to support and work shoulder to shoulder with our host community, to provide financial, material and manpower assistance as requested, to give what support we can to enable our hosts to bring their projects and initiatives to fruition.
Notes
Age Requirements
No age limit; persons to be fit and healthy
Language Requirements
No
Disability Access
Depends on the disability; physical disability severely restricting mobility would be a difficulty.
Education Requirement
No specific qualifications required; we have a role for everyone.
Other Requirements
Must be open-minded, tolerant, sociable, flexible, adaptable and not be fussy as regards food!
Application Procedure
Applications to Chairperson, ZAMDA, St. Joseph’s, Fairview, Dublin 3; include C.V. and covering letter.
Cost
All short-term volunteers pay their own costs – the next group of volunteers will be paying €1,500 to cover flights, food, transport. Inoculations, anti-malarial drugs are not covered.
Benefits
Long-term volunteers may be given an allowance to cover living expenses i.e. food and accommodation.
Work Individually/In Teams
Volunteers work predominantly in groups.
In Country Support
Yes.
Pre Programme Training
No formal training; lots of informal briefings.
Post-Programme Debriefing
Informal, ‘re-union’ type de-briefings.
Contact with Returned Volunteers
Yes
Location
Africa
Countries
Zambia
Activities
Community Development
Construction
Education
Health/Medical
Duration
0-4 Weeks
1-3 Months
4-6 Months
7-12 Months
ZAMDA 77 Kincora Road, Dublin D3 D3 Ireland
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