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Women Empowerment and Education

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2 - 24 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Especially good for

Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Groups
50+

About the program

Teach low income and vulnerable women to overcome difficult situations by giving them tools through education to improve their quality of life.

The women empowerment program aims to teach low income and vulnerable women to overcome difficult situations by giving them tools through education to improve their quality of life and of their families'. Volunteers can help better the livelihood of Costa Rican women by teaching them useful skills ...

About the program

The women empowerment program aims to teach low income and vulnerable women to overcome difficult situations by giving them tools through education to improve their quality of life and of their families'. Volunteers can help better the livelihood of Costa Rican women by teaching them useful skills and improving their self-esteem.

As a volunteer in the women empowerment program, you will be working in various areas of the project like:

  • Education: Volunteers can teach skills that are useful to the women in the project. Common subjects include basic financial literacy, entrepreneurship coaching, income generating side projects, organizational and time management skills, etc.
  • Psychological support: Some women attending this project come from abusive situations and support is always needed to help them gain confidence once again. The support can include self-esteem workshops or if you have the necessary experience, it can be in the form of psychological consultation.
  • Marketing: Volunteers can help to market products made by women in the project and to help the project gain more visibility. Help in marketing can be digital or through traditional means.

    Please note that at least Basic Spanish is needed to work in this project, enough to verbally communicate . Spanish lessons are available at an extra cost before starting the project.

Typical day

What could I be doing?

  • Teaching women income generating skills.
  • Assisting in educational workshops.
  • Teaching basic finance classes.
  • Provide emotional support to women who have endured hard lives. If you have a background in
  • Psychology your help is greatly appreciated in this project.
  • Helping design ...

Typical day

What could I be doing?

  • Teaching women income generating skills.
  • Assisting in educational workshops.
  • Teaching basic finance classes.
  • Provide emotional support to women who have endured hard lives. If you have a background in
  • Psychology your help is greatly appreciated in this project.
  • Helping design educational projects for the women.

Working hours are usually 6 hours per day, Monday through Friday 

Free-time activities

One of the reasons Costa Rica has so many varied activities is thanks to the variety of the country itself! Costa Rica is considered a tropical country, but it features its own plethora of microclimates. Each of these destinations – which might be separated by only a few hours of driving – ...

Free-time activities

One of the reasons Costa Rica has so many varied activities is thanks to the variety of the country itself! Costa Rica is considered a tropical country, but it features its own plethora of microclimates. Each of these destinations – which might be separated by only a few hours of driving – feature their own unique and unforgettable adventures. There are hot springs tucked away in lush rainforests, hanging bridges over misty cloud forests, palm-tree studded white-sand beaches, dramatic seaside cliffs, the arid rolling hills of Guanacaste – there’s no end to the experiences! 

Arenal Volcano and wonder at a massive volcano and surrounding verdant rainforest, and then the next day you might find yourself only a few hours away relaxing on Papagayo’s white sand beaches, watching the kids stand-up paddleboard, or kayaking among the mangrove jungles of Tortuguero. 

Requirements

Requirements

Minimum Age: 18 years

In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

Language Skills

You need to speak English (basic level) or Spanish (basic level)

Education Requirements

at level

Criminal Background Check

required

Required Documents

CV, background check and application form and passport

Nationality Restrictions

No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

Other Skills

Experience in Psychology or Orientation may be needed

Time Commitment

Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 08:00 - 14:00

What's Included

What's Included

On-site Services

We are using the fees to pay
  • Accommodation
    Participation in cultural activities.
  • On call support throughout the service.
  • Coordination with the host country organization of volunteer service.
  • Orientation to volunteer work or intern placement
  • Welcome at airport with transport.
  • Certificate of program completion.

Airport Pickup at Juan Santamaria International Airport

One of our coordinator will pick you at the arrivals exit in the airport. The trip to San Ramón last around forty minutes

Accommodation

Host family, in private room with two meals per day. Shared bathroom with the family. Normally the families have experience hosting volunteers.

Food & Beverages

Host family , in private room with two meals per day

Internet Access

Limited access at the project site
You don't have to pay anything yet

What's NOT included?

What's NOT included?

Flight Tickets

The nearest airport is Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose. We assist you to find cheap flights to Costa Rica. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

Travel Insurance

Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Costa Rica provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

Vaccines

If you are intending to volunteer in Costa Rica you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Costa Rica. VACCINE CHECKER

Details on arrival

Please select a Sunday for arrival.

Our team will guide you for the best Sunday start date for your project


Availability
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Program Fees

$261 per week 2 - 24 weeks Age 18 - 50+

Payment methods

Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

NO CREDIT CARD FEES

Duration

2 - 24 weeks

Deposit

Reserve your spot with just a few clicks and a small, secure deposit. You can pay by credit card, PayPal, or other convenient methods.

Final Payment

You’ll agree on the final payment method with your local organization during the application process. This final payment is only due closer to the start of your trip.

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Location

Americas > Central America > Costa Rica > San Ramón

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Spoken languages: English, Spanish
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Travel dates

1. - 1. Jan 1

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