Volunteer: Natural Resources Protection + Surfonomics (online and in-person) in Peru

Introduction

During this internship, you will be working with a surfing-inspired sustainable development non-profit (NGO) driving the development of poor Peruvian coastal communities through a path of sustainability, improving the quality of life of their inhabitants. The NGO develops educational, infrastructure, environmental, social and economic productivity projects working hand in hand with local communities and with international volunteers/interns. They take a "shared value" approach, working with the private, public, academic sectors and other NGOs, to come up with relevant and lasting sustainable solutions. The approach towards sustainability consists of three pillars:

• Nature conservation
• Social justice
• Economic wellbeing for all.

Benefits

Gain personal hands-on experience working with a growing Peruvian NGO. Work alongside experienced +amp; passionate professionals and local communities Learn from our educational seminars given by our Directors on topics including but not limited to: international development, NGO/social enterprise creation and management, marketing and outreach, research techniques and more. IMPACT - your financial contribution helps fund our projects and it also sponsors food for a family in need which has been affected by COVID19. In appreciation the family will, with our help, plant a tree in your name. A thank you photo will be sent to you during your placement.

Costs

• In-person placement: from $1230 USD for the first 2 weeks + from $448 for each week thereafter
• Online placement: from $920 USD for the first 2 weeks + from $335 for each week thereafter

Location

Talara, Peru

Duration

Minimum 2 weeks, maximum 6 months

Start Dates

The project is ongoing, and you can join at any time, depending upon availability.