All children deserve to learn, thrive and be happy, and you can help make this happen by sharing your skills, kindness, and time with some of them.
- The best prices, with affordable fees to suit your budget
- No middle-men mean communities enjoy the direct benefit of your work and payment
- A well organized and safe volunteer experience you will never forget
- Make a significant difference in the lives of disadvantaged children
- A glimpse into the word of authentic Brazilian culture
Work In an Orphanage in Brazil
Homeless children are a common fixture on the streets of Rio.
With nowhere else to turn, they can resort to deviant means to survive. Their presence is one of both pity and nuisance; though it isn't their fault, they cause disturbances for the community around them.
In order to help these children, Global Crossroads has partnered with a local orphanage to offer support.
Volunteers will have the opportunity to lend their unique personality, talents and skills to assist the children in their development.
Your presence will be of great help for the staff and will brighten the lives of the children. You will have the opportunity to practice your Portuguese, as well as perhaps be a friend.
Role of Volunteer
As a volunteer at the orphanage, your role depends on what the staff needs of you for the day.
You will be working directly with the staff and the children. Daily activities may include:
- Playing with the children
- Reading children's books
- Organizing extracurricular activities such as music, dancing, sports, art, games etc.
- Teaching life skills such as painting, sewing, cooking, etc
- Promoting nutrition and health
- Helping to fundraise
- Working with local teachers on curriculum development
- Assisting school administrations with daily tasks
- Helping with basic maintenance of schools
- Aiding local staff in any way possible
Skills/Qualification Needed
There are no specific qualifications needed to join Global Crossroads volunteer orphanage project in Brazil.
Volunteers need to be flexible and patient as well as possess a passion and love for children. While Portuguese is preferred, it is not required.
Volunteers should be good role models, flexible, patient, caring, creative, responsible and open-minded.
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- USA
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Volunteer in Brazil: Project Locations and Free Time Options
During the program, volunteers will have plenty of free time in the evenings and on weekends. While Global Crossroad does not specifically arrange activities during volunteer free time, our local staff can provide free advice, travel tips and assistance in making suitable travel arrangements in Brazil.
Volunteers will have the chance to immerse themselves in a new culture and explore Brazil. This experience will be educational and a time for personal growth. Rio de Janeiro is the most visited city in the southern hemisphere.
Whether you like fantastic natural views, history, relaxing on beaches, restaurants, nightlife, or adventure tours – Rio has it all. There have been many tales and anecdotes written about beach life of Ipanema and Copacabana.
Both the beaches are very close from your accommodation. Lapa is right next to where you live. It's famous for nightlife and is also frequented by many creative minds like the artists.
Other places of interest include Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf Mountain and the Maracana stadium. The annual Carnival, which draws huge crowd, is a very popular festival.
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