Description:
Project Summary
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Santa Ana is a multi-ethnic community composed of members from the Shuar, Achuar, Záparas and Qichwas indigenous tribes. This community obtains their income from traditional sources of commerce: fishing, agriculture, hunting, horticulture, handicrafts, tourism, conservation and reforestation. Santa Ana's community consists of 60 families and is one of the 32 communities in this area.
Due to infringing urban development and tourism, these indigenous societies have been forced to compete with major cities in commerce and trade and to reform their lifestyle to accommodate the inflow of tourism into their communities. As a result, they need the help of international volunteers in order to build infrastructure and develop their communities so that they can compete with their more urbanized counterparts and live a sustainable lifestyle.
Your Role as a Volunteer
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Volunteers on this project will find themselves involved in a range of these exciting activities:
:: Rain forest reforestation farming
:: Horticulture and Pisciculture (fish farming) programs
:: Wildlife research and investigations
:: Construction of a Women's Center in the community
:: Infrastructure construction and maintenance
:: Help in the kindergarten (nursery) of the community
:: Ceramic production
:: Anthropology work for volunteers with proper experience
Project Location
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In Ecuador, there are opportunities to hike, bike and mountain climb in every part of the country. Another popular site is Avenue of the Volcanoes-a valley between twin mountain ranges. Visitors can be transported back in time to the colonial town of Cuenca, in full colonial style with cobbled streets, ironwork balconies and red-tiled roofs and a cathedral. The capital of Quito is a modern city frequented by indigenous vendors in their traditional dress. From active volcanoes to snow-peaked mountains, the beautiful Ecuadorian landscape offers a multitude of possibilities.
Affordable Program Fee's
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:: 2 Weeks: $675
:: 4 Weeks: $950
:: 6 Weeks: $1050
:: 8 Weeks: $1300
:: 10 Weeks: $1550
:: 12 Weeks: $1800
:: Additional Weeks: $125
What's Included in the Program Fee?
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:: Accomodation
:: Food
:: Arrival Pick-up
:: Pre-departure Information
:: Orientation
:: 24/7 Onsite Support
:: Host Country Coordination
:: Social Activities
Special Offers
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:: Share your experience with friends or family and receive a $100 off your program fee.
:: Join a Volunteer Visions adventure with 4 or more of your friends or family and qualify for a free 4-week placement.
:: Sign up for a project in Costa Rica between now and June 30th and qualify for a 10% off your total program fee.
For more details on these special offers, please visit our website at www.VolunteerVisions.org, or contact us at info@volunteervisions.org.
About us
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Volunteer Visions was founded with a simple idea in mind; that volunteering should be affordable and available to everyone. We offer projects in the following countries:
:: Bolivia
:: Costa Rica
:: Ecuador
We also offer the following types of projects:
:: Teaching
:: Conservation( Environmental and Animal)
:: Community Development
Our programs are designed for individuals seeking a gap year, career break, adventure travel, cultural exploration, and alternative vacations. Whatever your motive for volunteering may be, we can help you find a placement that suits your needs. Welcome to Volunteer Visions and feel free to explore our programs at www.VolunteerVisions.org.
