| Overview of the Project
Our partnering organizations aim to educate and liberate all citizens who are oppressed, discriminated against and exploited by a opposing forces in Ecuador – be it youth-exploiting laborers, sex industry workers, foreign governments' abuse of locals, etc. Issues addressed within these programs via education include: human rights (for children, school teachers), women's rights (reproductive, domestic), rights of Ecuador 's rural citizens, legal advice, etc.
These human rights projects in Ecuador are located in various locations throughout this spectacular country – both urban and rural locations. During their stay, volunteers also have the opportunity to explore and learn Spanish (except if participating in the Galapagos Islands ). Volunteers can also assist in additional aspects human rights, including legal representation, psychological assistance and more.
Role of the Volunteer
Volunteers in any of the above projects are involved in various activities such as:
- Human rights advocacy
- Public outreach and education
- Supporting legal professionals
- Organizing and developing educational seminars
- Educating the general population on topics related to human rights
- Assisting already-existing human rights programs (health clinics, non-profits, government agencies.
Skills/Qualifications Requirements
There are no specific qualifications required since the project staff will provide any necessary orientation and training to adequately perform volunteer activities. However, beginner to intermediate knowledge of Spanish is preferred as well as individuals who are enthusiastic and/or interested in issues related to the facilitation/education of human rights and its advocacy.
Room/Food/Supervision
Global Crossroad provides living accommodations and three (3) meals a day with an Ecuadorian host family. Host families are carefully selected to ensure that volunteers enjoy their time in Ecuador . Volunteers are provided their own private, comfortable room. Volunteers are essentially welcomed as an additional member of their host family – participating in daily activities and being fully immersed in the Ecuadorian culture AND language. Host families are in quite, safe residential areas and usually within walking distance (or a short bus ride) from assigned projects as well as supermarkets, internet cafés, and other activities/sites of cultural significance. Details pertaining to host families and living accommodations will be provided to volunteers prior to arrival in Ecuador .
Location Descriptions
Ecuador 's volunteer projects are located in both rural and urban areas throughout this amazing country. Projects are located in the cultural city of Quito as well as Puerto Lopez, Santa Elena and the Galapagos Islands, the Amazon Region and many other places throughout Ecuador .
Ecuador itself is a country brimming with such wildlife and varying environments, there is always something to do regardless of location. Furthermore, with projects located all over Ecuador , these uniquely amazing experiences are easily accessible – some in your very backyard. Volunteers have their weekends to themselves to explore all of what Ecuador has to offer: Isla de La Plata (world famous for its whale-watching opportunities), the Amazon Jungle, world-renowned Indian markets, numerous tours, sparkling beaches and (of course) the enigmatic Galapagos Islands and their encyclopedic arrays of plant and animal life.
A Typical Day at the Human Rights Projects in Ecuador :
8:00am – 9:00am: Breakfast and preparation time
9:00am – 10:00am: Arrival at assigned project
10:00am – 12:00pm: Assist local organizations; educational seminars
12:00pm – 1:00pm: Lunch time
1:00pm – 5:00pm: Continue in daily activities set forth by assigned organization
5:00pm – 6:00pm: Volunteers return to their host families/accommodations; end of day
NOTE: This daily itinerary provides a proposed schedule which may be altered to accommodate changes in field conditions as well as the requirements of the particular project .
| Ongoing Programs (Galapagos, Quito, Puerto Lopez, Mindo, Galapagos Islands)
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Human Rights (6-8 weeks commitment rqd)
