Volunteer in Cambodia

  Cambodia

• Other Cities in Cambodia: 
Phnom Penh

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer, Throughout the year, Trimester, Winter 
Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months, 7-12 months, 1-2 years and over 2 years
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks

Description: A terrific organization that offers environmental and teaching opportunities in Cambodia and a chance to work in an orphanage, with human right, women's and children's rights, gender equality, health, HIV/AIDS, teach English, community development, rural and agricultural development, advocacy training and advocacy activities, environmental protection and organization and management.
The majority of the staff speak English, and all staff members are eager to accommodate the needs and desires of volunteers. They provide transportation to and from the airport, help volunteers to find accommodation; and arrange introductory meetings at various placements.

Cost in US$: 750 plus travel expenses and R&B

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: Typically our volunteers are gap year students aged 17-35. Volunteers placed by our organization are eager, outgoing, take initiative and are dedicated to international and local service work.

Age Range: 17-35

This Program is open to American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Cambodia Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

LEAPNOW: Transforming Education's Mission Statement: Leapnow's primary purpose is nothing less than transformation and positive change on the planet. We aspire to keep our work on the cutting edge of human evolution. We feel that we can have the most positive impact on the world by working in the area of education- which ideally is all about transforming and expanding the consciousness of our students. Cultural immersion, study and work abroad are our main vehicles for learning about one's self and the world.

Year Founded: 1993