Volunteer With a Home Construction Project in Buenos Aires

  Argentina

• Buenos Aires: 
Buenos Aires

Term: Throughout the year 
Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks and 3-6 months
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: Ongoing

Description: Volunteer to help construct housing for the poor in Buenos Aires. In Buenos Aires and other provinces of Argentina, there is a great need for improved housing for impoverished families. Many families are living in homes constructed with inadequate materials and by people who are not qualified to build homes. this means they are exposed to dangerous conditions on a daily basis (unstable stuctures, lack of clean water, no electricity, no heat, etc.). Volunteers can work with an organization devoted to building homes for the families that need them the most. Current projects are located in the neighborhood of Gran Buenos Aires.

A volunteer's exact duties will depend on the progress of projects as well as a volunteer's specific skills. Volunteers will assist with manual labor, construction, painting, planning, fund raising, and other projects. International volunteers are out to make a difference, and it is important to keep perspective on your ability and the big picture. Volunteers provide steps toward larger goals. Sometimes it can be difficult to keep that in mind when you see how much work needs to be done. Don't be overwhelmed, the impression that you leave behind is immeasurable. The most successful volunteers are flexible and able to adapt the daily activities to the given day--remember each day is different!

Highlights: Buenos Aires! It is one of the world's great capitals. Volunteers will also directly help to change the life of a family directly.

Cost in US$: Varies by duration. Contact us for details.

Experience Required: yes

Volunteers should have some sort of experience in construction.

Typical Volunteer: There is no typical ELI volunteer. We work with people from all over the world and a variety of backgrounds. ELI has placed volunteers ranging in age from 18-81. Successful volunteers are flexible, upbeat, energetic, and inquisitive.

Age Range: Volunteers must be at least 18 years old

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

Participants Travel to Argentina Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume
• Written Application

ELI-Experiential Learning International's Mission Statement: ELI's full name, Experiential Learning International, reflects our philosophy. We believe that the most compelling life lessons come through experience, and that international experiences are among the most profound influences on our sense of self and our view of the world. ELI facilitates flexible international learning programs for independent travelers by partnering with local organizations to give participants the opportunity to experience and contribute to sustainable ongoing local projects throughout the world.

Year Founded: 2001