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Antigua, Guatemala
Help local coffee growers and learn sustainable coffee production from bean to cup. Eco-Agriculture volunteers work in a farming community at the base of a volcano in the Guatemalan highlands. The coffee co-operative there was set up with the help of a non-profit organization focused on economic development and sustainable agriculture in Guatemala. All coffee is organic, shade grown, hand processed, and sun-dried. Volunteers at the coffee co-operative may be asked to: Plant and prune coffee trees, tends to the coffee tree nursery Harvest and process coffee beans, roast, and package the final product Fertilize the fields with organic matter (coffee husks) Join reforestation efforts and supplemental agriculture projects Do translations for Coffee Farm Tours Repair coffee production equipment and assist with construction projects Tend to the small farm animals Assist with international marketing and sales of the coffee Volunteers' roles may vary depending on seasonal needs, as well as their skills and abilities. The coffee harvesting season is from December until early March, but there is plenty of work year round. Participants are always supported by Maximo Nivel’s in-country coordinators but they are not on site at your project every day.
Date Posted: 2024-12-15
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San Pedro, Costa Rica
Help local coffee growers and learn sustainable coffee production from bean to cup. Eco-Agriculture projects are located high in the cloud forest, surrounded by the natural beauty of the mountains and near the famous cloud forest of Monteverde. Volunteers work directly with a coffee-farming community to support the families in their daily activities. This includes all aspects of the coffee growing process from planting to roasting, and sometimes working with the final product. Activities may vary depending on the season, as coffee harvesting is from December until early February, but there is plenty of interesting work to do all year round. Volunteers at Eco-Agriculture projects may be asked to: Harvest and process coffee beans Tend to the coffee tree nursery Plant and prune coffee trees Package and market the coffee Assist with reforestation projects Support supplemental agriculture projects Participants are always supported by Maximo Nivel’s in-country coordinators but they are not on site at the project. Volunteers work directly with the Spanish-speaking project director and his or her assistants.
Date Posted: 2024-12-15
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Antigua, Guatemala
A unique and authentic cultural immersion experience in Guatemala, where volunteers live and work in a local indigenous community. Indigenous Culture projects are located in a small, rural farming community outside of Antigua. This project is designed to assist with activities that provide modest income to local Mayan families, such as the creation of woven handicrafts, while offering unique cultural exchange and experience of their daily life. Volunteers support the community in various activities depending on seasonal need in the areas of agriculture, textiles, kitchen and household chores, and language education. Volunteers at Indigenous Culture projects may be asked to: Plant, harvest, and clean fruits and vegetables. Care for farm animals such as chickens. Collect weaving materials, learn to make different types of cloth. Weave items such as belts, tablecloths, napkins, bags, etc. Assist with cooking and cleaning, learn traditional homemade Guatemalan dishes. Teach small English lessons to family or community members. Village life is often affected by harvest seasons, weather, and family events. Additionally, it is normal there for work to be divided by gender so male and female volunteers should expect to do different tasks. Volunteers are always supported by Maximo Nivel’s in-country coordinators but they are not on site at your project at all times. The residents speak mainly in Mayan-Kakchikel and Spanish is a second language. Participants should prepare themselves for complete cultural and language immersion.
Date Posted: 2024-12-15
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Antigua, Guatemala
Help the local community and work on construction projects. Guatemalan construction projects are focused on home-building, school and orphanage renovation, and building playground and bathroom facilities for areas that do not have them. Volunteers work with our foreman, who provides guidance and training, along with families and other volunteers. Volunteers should come ready to work and to work hard, as they’ll be laying brick, mixing concrete, doing carpentry, painting, laying tile, hauling materials, and landscaping/gardening. Depending on the phase of the project they participate in, they may also be asked to help prepare or clean up the construction site. Volunteers are not required to have experience with construction work, but a reasonable level of fitness and strong dedication to the work will go a long way in ensuring that they get the most out of their volunteer project. Construction volunteers are strongly encouraged to bring work gloves, work boots, safety glasses, and clothes that you do not mind getting dirty. It is a good idea to wear a hat and long pants at the project site, and sunscreen is also extremely important.
Date Posted: 2024-12-15
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Cusco, Peru
Work at construction projects and help rural schools, community centers and orphanages. Construction volunteers join projects in the Cusco area to work on public buildings and schools, typically in communities in need of assistance and funding. You are supported by a local, Spanish-speaking project manager who is experienced in guiding and training international volunteers. Volunteers may be asked to perform a range of activities, such as: Renovation work, like painting and plastering Small repairs on walls and roofs Laying tile or other flooring Mixing cement, masonry Carpentry, welding, and/or plumbing Volunteers must be in good health and ready to work hard in construction projects. They do not need experience, but a reasonable level of fitness and strong dedication to the work go a long way in ensuring that you get the most out of this project. We recommend to bring work gloves, work boots, safety glasses, and clothes that you do not mind getting dirty or possibly ruining.
Date Posted: 2024-12-15
