Volunteer Visions
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Volunteer Visions is a company located in Samara, Costa Rica that specializes in connecting prospective volunteers with programs internationally. The programs are designed for individuals seeking a gap year, career break, adventure travel, cultural exploration, and alternative vacations. Volunteer Vision's projects are aimed at identifying areas in need and using direct voluntary action to create self-sustainable communities. Projects range in nature from Sea Turtle Conservation in Costa Rica to teaching in a School for the blind in Vietnam.
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[edit] Program Mission
The company has four definitive goals:
- To connect those with the ability and desire to help with the opportunity to do so;
- To help create a cultural exchange that expands the worlds of all involved;
- To offer the programs at a level affordable enough for anyone to take part;
- To support the creation of sustainable communities in an expanding global market
[edit] Program Information
Volunteer Visions works with governments, schools, non-profits, and local organizations in the areas of education, health, HIV/AIDS, community and urban development, sustainable agriculture, and wildlife conservation.
Currently more than 40 programs are offered in 10 countries:
- Costa Rica
- Bolivia
- Ecuador
- Peru
- China
- India
- Vietnam
- Kenya
- Ghana
- Thailand
The cost for a trip varies depending upon the location and length of stay. Included in the price are:
- Food
- Home stay or dorm accommodation
- Pre-departure Information (which includes visa info, vaccinations, packing list, etc.)
- Arrival pick up
- Skilled and knowledgeable onsite coordinator
- 24/7 emergency assistance and onsite support
- Safety and Health tips
- On-site orientation
- Social and cultural activities and excursions
