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Vietnam Vietnam: Duong Lieu Library– Create miracles with kids. (VPV2403)

Dates

14/06/2024   -   24/06/2024

Feedback from 4 volunteers

Tags

Children
Educational
Cultural

Fee

USD 591 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 400 to be paid now.
EUR 180 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
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Details on the project

Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
6
Still room for
3 Male + 3 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
 
Nearest bus/train station
 

Work

Through engaging activities such as storytelling from around the world, language exchange programs, multicultural craft workshops, and cultural cooking classes, children have the opportunity to explore different cultures in a hands-on and interactive way. The volunteers also facilitate activities like pen pal programs, geography challenges, and community service projects with an international focus, encouraging children to develop communication skills, empathy, and a sense of global citizenship.
By participating in this program, children not only gain knowledge about different cultures but also learn to appreciate and respect cultural diversity. Our volunteers are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where children can learn, grow, and connect with the wider world, fostering a sense of curiosity, openness, and respect for others.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will stay with different local families with fully equipped toilets and bathrooms. However, we would like to ask everyone to respect and protect the environment by not wasting water and toilet paper. There might be no beds in the camp but mattresses, summer blankets and pillows are provided. Volunteers will help the local families prepare and cook food for themselves.

Location and leisure

Duong Lieu, Hoai Duc district, Hanoi, Vietnam
Volunteers will have opportunities to experience the local life of Vietnamese permaculture together with some cultural exchange activities with local volunteers in the neighborhood. Also, it's around 40km far from downtown which have a lots of beauty spots of Hanoi Capital that volunteers can discover during the free time.

Project hosted by

Duong Lieu Library is the first private library operating for the community in Duong Lieu commune, Hoai Duc district, Hanoi City. Founded on September 11, 2013, its core mission is fostering a culture of reading and lifelong learning, enriching the cultural competence and spiritual well-being of the local community, with a special focus on children and youth. Additionally, Duong Lieu Library also aims to be a pioneering library in the duty of supporting hands-on knowledge and professional experience for private libraries, and community libraries of the same model across the country.
At present, Duong Lieu Library is actively overseeing the operation of eight distinct projects, each designed to cater to various topics, target groups, and developmental goals. Despite their unique focuses, these projects share a unified ambition of transforming Duong Lieu Library into a vibrant hub for learning, cultural enrichment, and spiritual improvement.

• Total capital of documents: Since 2023, there have been approximately 10,000 copies of books, newspapers, magazines, and comics.
• Total number of readers served/year: Each year, Duong Lieu Library serves over 3,500 readers.
• Number of card readers: more than 3,500 people (90% are children of primary and secondary school age)
• Total number of active local volunteers: 80+ people

Requirements

The volunteers should be ready to stay in a local area, and to adapt to the local conditions with only basic facilities. Be prepared for the teenagers’ poor English skills. Volunteers should be able to be with the youth and prepare some games and materials for activities.

Sustainable Development Goals

Quality Education Sustainable Cities and Communities
Vietnam Vietnam: Together Youth for Global Development (VPV2401)

Dates

01/07/2024   -   14/07/2024

Feedback from 4 volunteers

Tags

Educational
Study
Cultural

Already accepted volunteers from

Belgium

Fee

USD 666 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 400 to be paid now.
EUR 250 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
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Details on the project

Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
5 Male + 3 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
 
Nearest bus/train station
 

Work

International volunteers will support the campleaders in all activities during the camps by, preparing activities, leading different subgroups of participants; encouraging participants to get involved in every single activity; observing and giving feedback on the personal development of participants; introducing their own cultures; sharing ideas/opinions on different topics of the camps. We expect the groups of 15-20 teenagers maximum mainly aged from 14 to 17 years old. The teenagers will stay with us and so taking care of daily life which is as important as other activities. We expect all of us to be fully active and responsible for the teenagers and planning for activities. One person involved in this camp would need to lead at least one activity for the teenagers. Before it starts, we will organize an online preparation to brainstorm what we are going to do, who is the leader for which session, and so on. Any idea is welcome such as art, sport, games, English lessons (basic), theatre, cooking, gardening, or recycling.
The main aims of the camp are to promote international volunteerism, and cultural differences and encourage young people to join different meaningful activities in an international work camp environment to develop themselves as global active citizens.
The objectives of this work camp are:
- To give international volunteers a chance to connect and share with Vietnamese youth regarding cultural differences and social orientation.
- To enhance participants’ personal development, creativity and critical thinking as well as teamwork and leadership skills.
- To raise awareness of sustainable lifestyles and global citizenship
- To promote global understanding and friendship through intercultural learning.
- To exchange culture between the participants and local people.
- To introduce the unique culture of ethnic minority groups in Vietnam.
MAIN ACTIVITIES
• Preparation for the camp activities
• Organizing activities for Vietnamese teenagers
• Together with teenagers run different activities for the village activities.
• Culture exchange among the participants.
• Culture exchange between the participants and the villagers.
• Eco and self-development activities.
• Intercultural learning and global citizenship awareness activities.
• Big Game – A Treasure Hunt within the village with diverse challenges related to sustainable lifestyle, culture topics, globalization and teamwork spirit.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will stay in traditional stilt houses (gender separated) with fully equipped toilets and bathrooms. However, we would like to ask everyone to respect and protect the environment by not wasting water and toilet paper. There will be no beds in the camp but mattresses, summer blankets and pillows are provided.

Location and leisure

The camps will take place in a nice and friendly village called THAI HAI (in Thai Nguyen Province), 2 hours by local bus from Hanoi.
Thai Hai is located in Thai Nguyen province, approximately 80km to the north of Hanoi. It preserves 30 original stilt houses of two ethnic minority groups (Tay and Nung).
Visitors can experience daily life of the local people here, such as living in a stilt house, discovering traditional customs and activities, tasting delicious foods, enjoying traditional songs and experiencing folk games.
The village is located in a peaceful valley with the nearest urban area around 10km away. Living in the village, visitors can enjoy the beautiful natural environment and typical food from the region. The villagers have their own organic garden which provides the majority of vegetables for the villagers and visitors.

Project hosted by

During those 2 weeks, we will organize 2 Global Youth Camps at Thai Hai ecological ethnic stilt house village conservation area. Each camp would take 4 days and 3 nights and involve different Vietnamese youth from 14 to 17 years old. We will keep 1 or 2 days in between to relax, evaluate, and prepare for the next one. The activities and camp’s daily life organized by volunteers should be strongly connected with our community values, authenticity, responsibility and inclusion. Besides, they should allow children to be in a harmonious and safe environment.
We welcome all motivated volunteers to join us in making a change in Vietnamese Youth and learn great things from the local community as well.

Vietnam Vietnam: Duong Lieu Library - Create miracle for kids (VPV2404)

Dates

12/07/2024   -   22/07/2024

Feedback from 4 volunteers

Tags

Children
Educational
Cultural

Fee

USD 591 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 400 to be paid now.
EUR 180 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
Close

Details on the project

Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
6
Still room for
3 Male + 3 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
 
Nearest bus/train station
 

Work

Through engaging activities such as storytelling from around the world, language exchange programs, multicultural craft workshops, and cultural cooking classes, children have the opportunity to explore different cultures in a hands-on and interactive way. The volunteers also facilitate activities like pen pal programs, geography challenges, and community service projects with an international focus, encouraging children to develop communication skills, empathy, and a sense of global citizenship.
By participating in this program, children not only gain knowledge about different cultures but also learn to appreciate and respect cultural diversity. Our volunteers are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where children can learn, grow, and connect with the wider world, fostering a sense of curiosity, openness, and respect for others.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will stay with different local families with fully equipped toilets and bathrooms. However, we would like to ask everyone to respect and protect the environment by not wasting water and toilet paper. There might be no beds in the camp but mattresses, summer blankets and pillows are provided. Volunteers will help the local families prepare and cook food for themselves.

Location and leisure

Duong Lieu, Hoai Duc district, Hanoi, Vietnam
Volunteers will have opportunities to experience the local life of Vietnamese permaculture together with some cultural exchange activities with local volunteers in the neighborhood. Also, it's around 40km far from downtown which have a lots of beauty spots of Hanoi Capital that volunteers can discover during the free time.

Project hosted by

Duong Lieu Library is the first private library operating for the community in Duong Lieu commune, Hoai Duc district, Hanoi City. Founded on September 11, 2013, its core mission is fostering a culture of reading and lifelong learning, enriching the cultural competence and spiritual well-being of the local community, with a special focus on children and youth. Additionally, Duong Lieu Library also aims to be a pioneering library in the duty of supporting hands-on knowledge and professional experience for private libraries, and community libraries of the same model across the country.
At present, Duong Lieu Library is actively overseeing the operation of eight distinct projects, each designed to cater to various topics, target groups, and developmental goals. Despite their unique focuses, these projects share a unified ambition of transforming Duong Lieu Library into a vibrant hub for learning, cultural enrichment, and spiritual improvement.

• Total capital of documents: Since 2023, there have been approximately 10,000 copies of books, newspapers, magazines, and comics.
• Total number of readers served/year: Each year, Duong Lieu Library serves over 3,500 readers.
• Number of card readers: more than 3,500 people (90% are children of primary and secondary school age)
• Total number of active local volunteers: 80+ people

Requirements

The volunteers should be ready to stay in a local area, and to adapt to the local conditions with only basic facilities. Be prepared for the teenagers’ poor English skills. Volunteers should be able to be with the youth and prepare some games and materials for activities.

Vietnam Vietnam: Together Youth for Global Development (VPV2402)

Dates

22/07/2024   -   04/08/2024

Feedback from 4 volunteers

Tags

Educational
Study
Cultural

Fee

USD 666 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 400 to be paid now.
EUR 250 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
Close

Details on the project

Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
5 Male + 5 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
 
Nearest bus/train station
 

Work

International volunteers will support the campleaders in all activities during the camps by, preparing activities, leading different subgroups of participants; encouraging participants to get involved in every single activity; observing and giving feedback on the personal development of participants; introducing their own cultures; sharing ideas/opinions on different topics of the camps. We expect the groups of 15-20 teenagers maximum mainly aged from 14 to 17 years old. The teenagers will stay with us and so taking care of daily life which is as important as other activities. We expect all of us to be fully active and responsible for the teenagers and planning for activities. One person involved in this camp would need to lead at least one activity for the teenagers. Before it starts, we will organize an online preparation to brainstorm what we are going to do, who is the leader for which session, and so on. Any idea is welcome such as art, sport, games, English lessons (basic), theatre, cooking, gardening, or recycling.
The main aims of the camp are to promote international volunteerism, and cultural differences and encourage young people to join different meaningful activities in an international work camp environment to develop themselves as global active citizens.
The objectives of this work camp are:
- To give international volunteers a chance to connect and share with Vietnamese youth regarding cultural differences and social orientation.
- To enhance participants’ personal development, creativity and critical thinking as well as teamwork and leadership skills.
- To raise awareness of sustainable lifestyles and global citizenship
- To promote global understanding and friendship through intercultural learning.
- To exchange culture between the participants and local people.
- To introduce the unique culture of ethnic minority groups in Vietnam.
MAIN ACTIVITIES
• Preparation for the camp activities
• Organizing activities for Vietnamese teenagers
• Together with teenagers run different activities for the village activities.
• Culture exchange among the participants.
• Culture exchange between the participants and the villagers.
• Eco and self-development activities.
• Intercultural learning and global citizenship awareness activities.
• Big Game – A Treasure Hunt within the village with diverse challenges related to sustainable lifestyle, culture topics, globalization and teamwork spirit.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will stay in traditional stilt houses (gender separated) with fully equipped toilets and bathrooms. However, we would like to ask everyone to respect and protect the environment by not wasting water and toilet paper. There will be no beds in the camp but mattresses, summer blankets and pillows are provided.

Location and leisure

The camps will take place in a nice and friendly village called THAI HAI (in Thai Nguyen Province), 2 hours by local bus from Hanoi.
Thai Hai is located in Thai Nguyen province, approximately 80km to the north of Hanoi. It preserves 30 original stilt houses of two ethnic minority groups (Tay and Nung).
Visitors can experience daily life of the local people here, such as living in a stilt house, discovering traditional customs and activities, tasting delicious foods, enjoying traditional songs and experiencing folk games.
The village is located in a peaceful valley with the nearest urban area around 10km away. Living in the village, visitors can enjoy the beautiful natural environment and typical food from the region. The villagers have their own organic garden which provides the majority of vegetables for the villagers and visitors.

Project hosted by

During those 2 weeks, we will organize 2 Global Youth Camps at Thai Hai ecological ethnic stilt house village conservation area. Each camp would take 4 days and 3 nights and involve different Vietnamese youth from 14 to 17 years old. We will keep 1 or 2 days in between to relax, evaluate, and prepare for the next one. The activities and camp’s daily life organized by volunteers should be strongly connected with our community values, authenticity, responsibility and inclusion. Besides, they should allow children to be in a harmonious and safe environment.
We welcome all motivated volunteers to join us in making a change in Vietnamese Youth and learn great things from the local community as well.

Requirements

The volunteers should be ready to stay in a local area, and to adapt to the local conditions with only basic facilities. Be prepared for the teenagers’ poor English skills. Volunteers should be able to be with the youth and prepare some games and materials for activities.