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Volunteer in Laos to Teach English to Buddhist Novice Monks
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Organization:
Global Vision International (GVI)
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Start date:
April 3, 2009
Sex:
All are welcome
Language(s):
English
Location:
Luang Prabang, Laos
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End date:
December 31, 2010
Age:
Adults (18-64)
Area of Focus:
Community Service and Volunteering, Education and Academia
Last updated:
April 3, 2009
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Description:
Renowned for friendly people and a relaxed pace, Laos is a perfect place to visit for volunteer travel, and teaching monks could be a great and rewarding way to spend your time while you are there. In Laos, many rural boys move to urban areas to ordain as Buddhist monks for low-cost living and for the opportunity of an education. As a GVI volunteer, you will teach English – most popular subject in the school – to the monks at Wat Siphoutthabat School in Luang Prabang, helping the school’s two English teachers to provide their students with an excellent education.While you are here, there will also be trips to see some of the great local sights, such as the Khuang Sii waterfall and the Pak Ou caves.
How this program makes a difference:
As the national government relies heavily on foreign aid to support itself, very little funding flows to rural education. As a result, many rural boys move to urban areas to ordain as Buddhist monks and further their education and opportunities for the future. English is the most popular subject in a school of 700 students and they are desperate for native or fluent speakers to help provide assistance. As Luang Prabang and surrounding communities gain economic benefits from tourists and adventure travellers through the region, they are realizing more and more the importance of English skills and the demand for quality teachers is growing. By providing local people with English language training you will help them take steps to improve their livelihoods and futures.
Highlights:
• Have the rare opportunity to work closely with novice monks in a temple school
• Live in Luang Prabang, a UNESCO heritage town
• Assist local community members in obtaining and practicing valuable English skills
• Learn about Lao culture, history, food, religion and language
• Enjoy a weekend break on the banks of the Mekong River
Qualifications:
No special training or qualifications are required as you will receive training in the field.
Price:
From $1190 for 2 weeks.
How to Apply:
For more information please visit For more information and an online application form please visit www.gviusa.com
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Permalink:
http://www.idealist.org/if/i/en/av/VolunteerOpportunity/163484-329/c
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