Frequently Asked Questions - expectations

The Volunteer workers teach according to their wishes and personal ability. Depending on the project you will work in, you are teaching the children in english, french, math, sports, arts or ICT. Also you take care of the children and help them in their everyday life like washing, cooking, playing and doing homework.
Please also read FAQ topic "what should I expect" and our project descriptions to get a better insight.

For more information about the project you have chosen, please contact your mentor.

Your assistance becomes everywhere very appreciated, even if it is just a small contribution, which you can make untrained locally. But please do not expect to be able to change the country’s conditions completely. This desire for rapid change based on a western model will not necessarily be desirable.

In most cases, due to the culture of your host country, your project will not provide you with any introductory course or specific work agenda. Instead you are merged into a team of local co-workers.
By working closely with these co-workers and maintaining regular feedback discussions with your project leader(s), you can get a clear idea of how you are doing and the best ways you can help.
Remember to ask when in doubt how you can be more helpful and effective.

Since the project placements and the accommodations often located in particularly poor regions within the respective country, security, and infrastructure conditions are not comparable to those of your home country. Thus adaptability, responsibility, and flexibility are all indispensable for your stay.
 

Beside the volunteer work you will still have sufficient time to explore your host country:

* Trips to markets and cultural places, national parks, beaches or surrounding cities
* Treks in the national parks
* Cosy evenings with other volunteers or backpackers from all around world
* Trips to a neighbouring country

The possibilities are all there, its up to you to make them on your way!