Threads of Peru (TOP) is a not-for-profit, non-governmental organization (ngo) registered in Cusco, Peru. The founding members represent the countries of Canada, Australia, and Peru. TOP has been created to educate the world about the unique beauty and cultural significance of the Andean people and their textile traditions. Through the web, community tours, and international sales, we connect indigenous Andean weavers of Peru to a global market; contributing to the survival of this art form and to the health and well-being of the people that sustain it.
"Independent Film / Video Project"
This is a volunteer position for professional film makers or videographers, or film / video / multimedia students. After an introduction to Threads of Peru and a visit to the communities where we work, you can propose to us your idea for a film project. You may propose an idea before coming to Peru, or we can suggest ideas based on our work and interests in the communities. This is a mutually beneficial project where TOP will use the film/video to promote our development work or create awareness around specific issues that we or locals face in the communities - and a video or film project that's based on the people and culture in rural communities where we work will make a compelling story and will be an amazing addition to any portfolio, and TOP will use the film/video for promotional purposes.
Minimum period of 1 month in Peru, with commitment to share finished product with TOP.
*You do not need to speak Spanish, but you must speak English - we are also very open to people who speak in languages other than English, but project must have English translation/subtitles.
Location: Cusco area, rural mountain communities. please see this link:
http://www.threadsofperu.com/weaving-culture/communities/
If you are interested in any of our volunteer positions please contact Ariana Svenson at
ariana@threadsofperu.com to discuss which position you are interested in. If the position is open, you will be given an application form, which you will fill out online and sumbit for approval.
Volunteer cost:
Threads of Peru charges a fee of $50 per week for most volunteer placements. NOTE: This fee does not include accommodations & living expenses - please refer to our website for detailed information on expenses.
http://www.threadsofperu.com/get-involved/volunteer/
Please contact us about group rates. While we realize that you will be contributing your time and knowledge, we are a small organization, and it takes people, time, and effort to provide you with amble and valuable support for your volunteer position.
In exchange for this fee we will provide:
- Airport pickup (if required)
- Initial meeting with Director of Threads of Peru designed to give an overview of company, projects, and briefing on cultural norms in Peru.
- Volunteer Information package on arrival.
- Assistance in locating appropriate accommodation.
- Assistance in locating discounted Spanish classes.
- All costs covered in regards to making field trips with ToP.
- Personalised reference.
- 1-2 weekly meetings with the appropriate staff, to discuss the direction of your project.
Volunteer types:
In all cases, we are looking for self directed, independent volunteers who will be comfortable working unsupervised and only partially directed in a foreign environment. As each of the positions includes visits to remote communities, you should have reasonable physical fitness and be prepared to camp (or stay in people's very basic houses) at high altitude, in cold and harsh conditions.
Note: If you have an idea for a volunteer placement, project or study please contact us with a proposal. If your project proposal is in line with our goals, we'll gladly organize your efforts.
