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  Philippines

• Visayas: 
Tacloban City

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks and 5-8 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: On-going

Description: The Department of Social Welfare is an active Philippine government agency whose mission is to help underprivileged children, families, the elderly, and the disabled in Tacloban City and the surrounding area. Recently the Bank of Quebec donated computers and GoAbroad.com donated internet connections and support for computer instructors. The Department of Social Welfare would now like to offer computer classes to local deaf children, who face many challenges growing up in a developing country. In partnership with the Department of Social Welfare, World Endeavors is seeking an experienced, English-speaking deaf educator who can help the children by teaching computer classes. If you have demonstrated experience in this area, and wish to volunteer in the Philippines, we welcome your application.

The Philippines is made up of over 7,000 tropical islands stretching across a vast expanse of ocean in Southeast Asia. Its diverse ecosystems along with its even more diverse cultural history make it one of the most fascinating destinations in the world. As home to lively festivals, friendly people, cities and villages, beautiful beaches, tropical rainforests, volcanoes, waterfalls, and coral reefs teeming with life, the Philippines is truly a unique jewel in the South China Sea.

Highlights: Volunteers work about four to five hours a day, five days a week teaching computer classes to local deaf children and assisting staff with other projects for the deaf. Local teachers will provide guidance to the volunteers and will help to identify any additional needs the children may have. English is widely spoken in the Philippines, but it is not the first language. Native English speakers can contribute greatly by sharing their skills with the local staff and community.

Activities: In their free-time, participants can go to the beach, check their e-mail at an Internet Cafe, or explore nearby towns along the coast.

Degrees Available: Associates

Qualifications / Skills Needed: Volunteers must have: Training and experience in deaf education, Sign language proficiency, Proficiency with computers (e.g. Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office applications), English language fluency, a desire to help children grow, flexibility, self-motivation, openness to a new culture and a willingness to learn, willingness to live with a Filipino family.

Language: English

Cost Includes: Pre-departure packet to prepare you for your placement, World Endeavors support for any of your pre-trip questions, Airport pick-up and drop-off, All in-country travel and coordination, Philippine food and accommodations, Support from local World Endeavors representatives

Experience Required: yes

* Training and experience in deaf education * Sign language proficiency * Proficiency with computers (e.g. Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office applications)

Typical Volunteer Projects: academic reinforcement, computer training, disability issues, education, primary education, teaching and youth

Typical Volunteer: World Endeavors volunteers are people from all backgrounds who are looking for a life-changing experience abroad. Our participants are of all ages and come from countries around the world. We seek to match volunteers to projects that best suit their interests and abilities in order to maximize their experience and their impact on their project.

Age Range: 18+

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangement: Home-stays

Participants Travel to Philippines Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

World Endeavors's Mission Statement: World Endeavors is a provider of unique international volunteer, internship, and study programs. Our mission is to become a catalyst for positive change in our community and the world through quality international programs.