Community Center

Spanish (High Intermediate)

Valparaíso and Viña del Mar

This organization is a non-profit foundation whose main mission is to promote the sustainable and cultural development of Valparaíso through community activities and the regeneration of neighborhoods. This community center offers a space for Valparaíso to come and connect with their neighbors through community work and workshops to train communities in the field of bio-construction. The community center also focuses on education, which is an area where service-learning participants may offer assistance. Classes range from dance, art, craft, cooking, English language, yoga, art therapy, and workshops for kids. Based on participants' skills and interests, service-learning students may have the opportunity to assist or teach their own workshop or class, aid with construction projects, handle administrative tasks, help with marketing and social media initiatives, and more. A successful participant will be an individual who is ready and willing to help in a variety of tasks to meet the organization's mission.

Museums

Spanish (Advanced)

San José

As the capital city of Costa Rica, San José is home to many museums and cultural centers. Participants placed in these organizations may have opportunities to promote awareness of the rich cultural history of Costa Rica by organizing and coordinating projects for visitors, leading guided museum tours, assisting with marketing and PR projects, coordinating special events, and translating marketing materials. These placements are ideal for individuals interested in archaeology, anthropology, museology, natural history, education, and administration.

Center for Dance, Theater, and Circus

Spanish (Beginning)

San José

This community-based center is part of a larger public park dedicated to creating an integrated space for community members and promoting an appreciation for nature, the environment, art, music, and technology. This specific center aims to provide students with opportunities to express themselves through dance, theater, and circus performance. Service-Learning participants will have opportunities to assist in both hands-on and administrative capacities such as supporting workshops, helping with artistic presentations, and organizing logistics and beneficiary information.

Music and Cultural Center

Spanish (Intermediate)

San José

This community-based center is part of a larger public park dedicated to creating an integrated space for community members and promoting an appreciation for nature, the environment, art, music, and technology. This center aims to provide students with opportunities to express themselves through music and develop their musical talents. Participants will have opportunities to share teaching techniques and musical expertise with the students as well as assist the center's music professors with workshops and classes.

Student Radio Station

English (Advanced)

Galway

One of only three campus community radio stations in Ireland, this radio station has been serving the Galway university student community for over 10 years. As a radio station "for students, by students", it facilitates genuine participation rather than one-way interactions with listeners, and provides diverse and eclectic weekly talk shows covering a wide range of student issues like LGBT rights, Irish language shows, French language shows, Spanish language shows, university sports coverage, unsigned local artists, current affairs, on campus event coverage, and more. Throughout the school year and summer, participants can join a dedicated group of local volunteers who work tirelessly to deliver a series of informative, entertaining, and exciting radio programs to the wider community.

Local Museum

English (Superior)

Limerick

This local authority museum is owned and funded by the city with the goal of collecting, preserving, and displaying material relating to the history and heritage of the city and county. This is a great opportunity to get to know the culture and people of the area. A participant at this organization may be responsible for cataloging and updating collections, assisting in research and organization exhibitions, and interacting with patrons of the museum.

Cultural Heritage Organization

English (Superior)

Galway

This organization is a heritage charity committed to protecting and enhancing Galway's natural, man-made, and cultural heritage for the benefit of all. The organization adopts a hands-on approach which includes supporting a number of other non-profit and charity organizations and undertaking improvement, conservation, and education projects in support of its mission. Activities may include assisting or leading city tours, community education events, administrative assistance, or fundraising initiatives. Additional tasks include administrative assistance with promotional initiatives. This is a great placement for students looking to work closely with locals and gain experience in non-profit organization management. This organization is open year round but is more likely to accept service learning students in the summer.

Community Support Center

French (Beginning), English (Intermediate), Arabic (Beginning)

Meknes

This organization works with people of all ages, from primary and middle school-aged youth to disabled adults and elderly Moroccans, and provides them with the care and education they need. Create and teach English lessons for varying ages and abilities, as well as fun workshops, classes, and activities around the center like soccer and basketball, or even a specialized subject of your choice. * NOTE: In the summer months, participants in this organization are only able to work with elderly populations.

Community Development Organization

English (Beginning)

Meknes

This organization is founded and run by young adults seeking to improve their community. They aim to serve the Meknes community in different facets, including vocational training, fundraising, social and environmental campaigns, and language courses. This innovative organization is open year-round and accepts English-speaking students. French or Arabic language skills are helpful but not required.

After-Care Center for People with Disabilities

English (Advanced)

Wellington

This organization's mission is to ensure the lives of people with disabilities are supported and improved, including their choices of where they live, learn, and socialize. The organization encourages its service users, through self-determination, to create the lives they want and to feel connected to their communities. Participants will engage with staff and service users, and assist with activities related to exercise, occupational therapy, and socialization.

Art Therapy Center

English (Advanced)

Wellington

This community-based center takes a creative approach to providing support and therapy to people with mental illness. The center provides a supportive and professional art studio and gallery environment for people to engage in the production of artwork, enabling them to develop a broad skill base and to take ownership of their creative paths towards positive outcomes in the local community. Participants will work with the center’s staff to facilitate engaging classes and workshops.

Music Institute

Spanish (High Intermediate)

Cusco

This music institute offers music classes to kids, youth, and adults with the goal of bringing music into the lives of the local community. Participants in this role will have opportunities to learn about local musical tradition to spread the art of music to local youth, especially traditional Andean music of the region. Qualified participants may also be able to share teaching techniques and musical expertise with the students and teachers at the Institute and help in the areas of marketing and administration.

Housing and Social Inclusion Non-Profit

Spanish (Beginning)

Lima

This multinational non-profit organization seeks to alleviate poverty and transform communities through collaboration, sustainable development, and grass-roots construction projects. Participants in this role may assist the organization with fundraising, project development, campaigns, logistical support, and other tasks as needed.

Community Development Organization for At-Risk Youth

Spanish (High Intermediate)

Lima

This organization promotes lasting community development and serves vulnerable populations by providing a variety of educational and skills-based programs. Through the use of play, sports, and cultural activities, they hope to transform the lives of community members. Their services include childhood educational programs, transformation and beautification of public spaces, and sports programs such as muaythai and surfing. Service-Learning participants in this organization should be highly professional and may work directly with community members or on tasks such as translation, fundraising, grant writing, and marketing or social media initiatives. ** NOTE: A skype interview with the organization may be required. Direct interaction with children will be limited in this role.

Community Library

Spanish (Intermediate)

Salamanca

This public library is part of the cultural heart of Salamanca. Participants in this organization may contribute to this dynamic Spanish institution by helping to plan, organize, and publicize weekly workshops and cultural activities for kids and adults, engage with the community, and assist with a variety of workshops involving art, literature, reading, English classes, and/or theatrical activities for children. PLEASE NOTE: The library is closed during the month of August.

Euro-Arab Educational Foundation

Spanish (High Intermediate)

Granada

This foundation comprised of governmental, political, and educational institutions works to establish cultural and economic relations between Spain and the Arab world. Participants may help coordinate projects and activities, compose and translate documents, correspond with embassies and other institutions, and complete other administrative duties as assigned. PLEASE NOTE: Many participants request to work with this organization which only takes 1-2 service-learners per term so apply early!

Humanitarian Aid and Sustainable Development Organization

Spanish (Beginning)

Granada

This organization focuses on the development of impoverished communities with the help of humanitarian aid and sustainable development projects. Education, especially for women and children, and environmental programs are the main tools to fight injustice and encourage sustainability. Participants may contribute through project development, fundraising, and assisting with administrative tasks. All Spanish levels are welcome!

Technical High School

Spanish (Beginning)

Valparaíso and Viña del Mar

This technical high school is dedicated to the education of technical professions such as gastronomy, food engineering, chemistry, automotive technology, and port operation. High school graduates from this program are awarded a certification in their technical area, which provides them with the skill-sets they need to start their technical career. Participants in the school may work alongside English teachers to assist students between the ages of 14-18 with grammar, pronunciation, homework, lead tutorial sessions, and plan English language activities. Participants with significant work, volunteer, or education experience may also have opportunities to participate in the technical classrooms. *This organization is closed from mid-December until the end of February for Summer vacation and in July for winter break.

Public Primary School

Spanish (High Intermediate)

Valparaíso and Viña del Mar

This public school is located in an urban, under-served area of Valparaíso. The school's mission is to integrate all members of the community and emphasize personal improvement, responsibility, respect for oneself, others and the environment. Participants in school may assist teachers in English-language classrooms, lead recreational activities, and help with workshops on a variety of subjects. *This organization is closed from mid-December until the end of February for Summer vacation and in July for winter break.

English Language Institute

Spanish (Intermediate)

Valparaíso and Viña del Mar

This English Language Institute is a training center that focuses on teaching the practical use of English in the workplace and everyday life to youth and adults. Participants in this role may serve as a Language Partner and assist students with the development of English skills, prepare lesson plans and other educational materials for class, lead classroom discussions, support full-time English professors, facilitate group discussions, correct student assignments, and help with pronunciation. Participants may also have opportunities to assist administrators in program development or research projects.

Special Education Center

Spanish (Intermediate)

Valparaíso and Viña del Mar

This center is for children between the ages of 3 and 12 years-old that have autism or other special needs. In addition to conducting primary education classes, the center also provides a multi-sensory stimulation classroom where students work with therapists on a weekly basis. Participants’ tasks may vary depending on their specific area of study or interest, however, some of the possible responsibilities may include assisting with classroom management, providing individualized attention to students, or developing and assisting with art workshops and educational activities. For students studying physical/occupational/speech therapy, there may be opportunities to work with the center’s therapists during their sessions with the students. *This organization is closed from the middle December until the end of February for Summer vacation and in July for winter break.

Special Education Center

Spanish (Intermediate)

San José

This center empowers visually-impaired, hearing-impaired, intellectually disabled, and other disabled individuals to live independently by providing counseling and physical, speech, and occupational therapy in addition to music, art and physical education. Students at the center also receive dietary guidance and medical care. Participants in this organization may have chances to become actively involved in the community by aiding educational or creative instruction, assisting in the dining area, and coordinating recreational activities. *Due to vacations, this organization is not available from mid-December through the first week of February and during the month of July.

Bilingual School

Spanish (Beginning)

San José

This state-funded PK-12 bilingual school's mission is to provide quality, integrated education with a special focus on civic commitment, personal growth, and environmental conservation. Participants in this organization may have opportunities to serve as a teacher’s assistant, help students with reading, writing, listening, and speaking lessons in English, and assist PE classes and other activities. *Due to vacations, this organization is not available from mid-December through the first week of February and during the month of July.

After School Program

Spanish (Intermediate)

San José

Work with an organization that provides after school and daycare services to children of limited economic resources. Be a positive role model and help students with homework and educational activities. Engage the children by facilitating recreational activities, art, and music projects.

Museums

Spanish (Advanced)

San José

As the capital city of Costa Rica, San José is home to many museums and cultural centers. Participants placed in these organizations may have opportunities to promote awareness of the rich cultural history of Costa Rica by organizing and coordinating projects for visitors, leading guided museum tours, assisting with marketing and PR projects, coordinating special events, and translating marketing materials. These placements are ideal for individuals interested in archaeology, anthropology, museology, natural history, education, and administration.

Public School

Spanish (Beginning)

San José

This public school provides comprehensive education for K-12 students. Participants in this role may serve as a teacher’s aide by grading papers, assisting students with homework, facilitating recreational activities, and supervising the classroom. There also may be opportunities to tutor special needs students one-on-one or teach English. *Due to vacations, this organization is not available from mid-December through the first week of February and during the month of July.

Technical School

Spanish (Intermediate)

Santiago

This technical school in Santiago, Dominican Republic was founded as an educational resource for low-income communities in Santiago. Participants in this role will have the opportunity to teach beginning-level English language classes to a variety of age groups. Participants have the opportunity to observe class, assist with lesson planning and instruction, correct homework, and create evaluations. This placement is ideal for participants who have had previous teaching experience and would like to create an academic curriculum and manage a classroom. *Limited availability due to schools being closed for Vacations in Santiago

Institute for the Blind

Spanish (Intermediate)

Santiago

This educational institute in Santiago, Dominican Republic provides much needed social services to adults who are blind or visually impaired. This organization empowers economically disadvantaged and often marginalized members of society by equipping them with the tools they need to live independently. Services include training in Braille, supporting developing micro-enterprises, health treatments, and a support system to help foster independence. Participants may help with the instruction and therapy of students to empower them to complete their daily activities independently.

Education Support Center

English (Superior)

Limerick

This Education Support Center aims to provide low-cost, essential schooling at a nominal fee with the goal of encouraging full participation by children in their education. They believe that everybody should have the opportunity to reach their full potential regardless of their personal wealth. A participant at this host organization may help the center's shop with day-to-day functions by carrying out various support roles.

Center for Disabilities

Arabic (Beginning), French (Beginning)

Meknes

These centers work with children who are physically and/or intellectually disabled. They provide therapy, education, and recreational services. Participants may have the opportunity to shadow physical therapists, sanitize equipment and classrooms, teach English, assist with events, and plan recreational activities. This organization only accepts female participants. * NOTE: This organization is not available during the summer.

Community Support Center

French (Beginning), English (Intermediate), Arabic (Beginning)

Meknes

This organization works with people of all ages, from primary and middle school-aged youth to disabled adults and elderly Moroccans, and provides them with the care and education they need. Create and teach English lessons for varying ages and abilities, as well as fun workshops, classes, and activities around the center like soccer and basketball, or even a specialized subject of your choice. * NOTE: In the summer months, participants in this organization are only able to work with elderly populations.

Women’s Development and Vocational Training Foundations

French (Intermediate), English (Intermediate), Arabic (Intermediate)

Meknes

These foundations assist Moroccan women of all economic levels to complete their education. Many of the educational courses teach artisan skills (embroidery, calligraphy, literacy, cooking, and hair dressing) to increase employment opportunities and/or assist the women in starting their own businesses. Participant opportunities may include organizing logistics, preparing lesson plans, and teaching English to the women. Additional help may be needed with fundraising, marketing, or creating a social media presence or website development to help the women sell their products.

Local High School

Wellington

This local High School serves approximately 1,200 students from across the Wellington area. Their curriculum focuses on inclusive education, creativity, and technology use, and aims to help students develop lifelong learning. Participants will have opportunities to serve as teacher's assistants in English classes for refugee students and ESL learners, facilitate one-on-one or small group study, and help in other classes as needed.

Childhood Education Programs at Medical Clinics

Spanish (Intermediate)

Lima

This nonprofit organization enables children that are severely impacted by life-threatening illness to continue with as much normalcy as possible by bringing the classroom to their hospital rooms. Participants may assist at a Cancer Hospital or at a Children's hospital in Lima, and may assist the staff in helping these patients stay up to date on the school work they are missing during treatment and care. On days when patients are unwilling or unable to complete the curriculum, participants may engage in musical and/or crafting activities. Participants will also have the opportunity to observe how the Peruvian public health system works. *Note: This placement does not involve shadowing doctors or nurses.

Childhood Education Programs

Spanish (Intermediate)

Cusco

With one of the best education systems in Latin America, Peru is home to many of South America’s finest primary and secondary schools. Childhood Education Program placements are in various public and private schools and after-school centers. Participants placed in these organizations may have opportunities to assist teachers in Cusco with their classroom duties, help lead English classes, support students through mentoring, develop and facilitate activities and educational games, and assist with homework. Additionally, participants may have the chance to observe teaching techniques and assist teachers with lesson planning and preparation.

School for Special Needs

English (Advanced)

Cape Town

Offering a mainstream curriculum for learners with physical disabilities, this school was founded in 1974 as a school for “differently abled” children in Xkosa-speaking communities of the Cape townships. Participants may assist in the following areas: administrative duties, coaching sports or leading other activities, supervising students during lunch and recreation times, classroom assistance and more depending on interests and skills. *This partner organization is only available for full-time, 8-week service learning students and is not available during the semester.

South African Education Project

English (Advanced)

Cape Town

This non-profit organization empowers young people through tutoring, enrichment, and support. Its academic enrichment and personal development programs are for children, youth, and education providers. Based in one of Cape Town’s most under-resourced black townships, the organization has defined eight specific education programs for a variety of age groups. Participants’ responsibilities will vary based on the specific program for which they are accepted. *This partner organization is only available for full-time, 8-week service learning students.

Local Primary School

English (High Advanced)

Cape Town

This Catholic primary school caters to children ages 6-14 from disadvantaged communities (primarily Coloured and Black Communities). They strive to accommodate the needs of all learners and provide quality education based on a proud tradition of service. Participants in this role may help with after school care, assist students with homework, tutor students in subjects such as math and English, and serve as teaching assistants in classrooms. *This placement available to Study + Service-Learning Semester Combo students only.

Bilingual School

Spanish (Intermediate)

Salamanca

These primary and secondary educational institutions provide high quality, bilingual education. Participants in one of these schools may serve as a teacher’s aid and gain classroom experience by working with local students. Additionally, participants are needed to help with English conversation classes, teaching pronunciation, assisting teachers in daily classroom duties, helping with homework, and designing creative activities for classes. PLEASE NOTE: Schools are closed from end of June through mid-September for summer vacation.

Local School

Spanish (High Beginning)

Granada

This local school serves students K-12. Participants will have the opportunity to teach English and gain classroom experience working with students from Granada, Spain. Native English speakers are needed to teach pronunciation, assist teachers in daily classroom duties, help with homework and design creative activities for classes. PLEASE NOTE: Schools are closed during July and August due to summer vacation. Some local schools may offer summer school classes within a less-structured educational setting, but availability is not guaranteed.

Environmental Education Cooperative

Spanish (Beginning)

Granada

This cooperative is dedicated to designing and developing educational resources related to environmental education and values. In addition to extracurricular activities at the "aula de naturaleza" and morning classroom activities, the staff carries out educational projects with municipalities and offers multiple resources and services to local schools. Service-learning participants may have an active role in all the activities of the cooperative such as helping with itineraries, storytelling, hiking, workshops, training talks, and animation activities. PLEASE NOTE: In June and July, participants may assist with the summer school programs where service-learning participants offer support to the "ludoteca," a play center for the children during the summer.

Community Environmental and Cultural Park

Spanish (High Intermediate)

Valparaíso and Viña del Mar

This unique park is run by local volunteers and organizations and serves as a community space for social and environmental education. The area consists of hiking trails, gardens, and an educational workshop which aim to promote environmental, artistic, and cultural recreation in the community. Participants in this role may have opportunities to assist with fundraising and promotion, social media initiatives, community outreach, environmental education workshops, and projects.

Environmental, Cultural and Recreational Park

Spanish (Beginning)

San José

This unique park brings surrounding communities together by providing a free and open recreational space for community members and promoting an appreciation for nature and the environment in addition to art, music, and technology. Participants will have the opportunity to work on environmental projects and/or gardening projects and learn about plants and ecosystems of Costa Rica. Students with an advanced level of Spanish may have additional opportunities to assist, design, and run workshops for youth, depending on availability and the needs of the organization.

Local Political Campaign

Wellington

This local political party is the largest consistent third party force in New Zealand politics. Driven by those who believe in protecting the planet and supporting communities, their campaign focuses on fostering good relations with New Zealands' Māori people and working together to fight climate change. Participants in this role may work alongside a variety of staff members depending on their area of interest. Responsibilities may include data management, marketing, fundraising, administrative processing, and voter outreach. *NOTE: This organization may require some work on weekends.

Veterinary Clinics

Spanish (Intermediate)

Cusco

Centrally located in Cusco, this veterinary clinic is dedicated to providing high quality veterinary services to the local pets and service animals by focusing on preventative health, administering vaccines, performing surgeries, and conducting overall health assessments. Participants in the clinic may assist in various areas under the supervision of veterinary staff. Participants may have opportunities to assist customers, bathe and trim the animals, walk the dogs, clean the cages and exercise areas, and observe the veterinarians during procedures. Participants can also be a great asset to the clinic by translating for English-speaking clients.

Agricultural Animal Care Center

Spanish (Intermediate)

Cusco

This organization has created an environment to care for the llamas and alpacas that are a historically vital piece of Peruvian culture. Raising these animals and harvesting their wool also leads to the preservation of traditional Incan spinning, dying, and weaving practices. These cultural values are promoted among locals and tourists alike through workshops and demonstrations held at the center. Participants will assist in caring for the animals and learning the traditions of Peruvian heritage. They may also assist with tours of the facility and weaving workshops. Depending on the season, opportunities may be available with planting and harvesting various vegetables that help to feed surrounding communities.

Environmental and Sustainability Non-Profit Organization

Spanish (Beginning)

Lima

This non-profit's mission is to raise awareness about the social and environmental benefits of recycling and the negative consequences of plastic pollution, especially in aquatic ecosystems in and around Lima. Participants will assist the staff with research, seek project proposals for creative recycling initiatives, and develop information sessions for children, youth, and adults.. There may also be opportunities to work in a marketing capacity, generating graphics and promotional materials.

Marine Life Conservation Organization

Spanish (Beginning)

Lima

This non-profit organization is dedicated to the research, rescue, rehabilitation, and release of marine wildlife (sea lions, dolphins, penguins, marine otters, and sea turtles) along the central and northern coastline of Peru. The organization's efforts rely heavily on community awareness and support, so observation and research are key parts of a participant's role. Daily duties may consist of facility maintenance, cleaning and feeding of animals, observation of rehabilitated animals, and data collection. *NOTE: This organization is located in San Bartolo, 50km south of the ISA office; accepted participants will be required to stay onsite in San Bartolo and therefore, this placement is not available to students on a semester study program. Additional fees apply for placements with this organization. Please contact ISA Service-Learning for more information.

Humanitarian Aid and Sustainable Development Organization

Spanish (Beginning)

Granada

This organization focuses on the development of impoverished communities with the help of humanitarian aid and sustainable development projects. Education, especially for women and children, and environmental programs are the main tools to fight injustice and encourage sustainability. Participants may contribute through project development, fundraising, and assisting with administrative tasks. All Spanish levels are welcome!

Environmental Education Cooperative

Spanish (Beginning)

Granada

This cooperative is dedicated to designing and developing educational resources related to environmental education and values. In addition to extracurricular activities at the "aula de naturaleza" and morning classroom activities, the staff carries out educational projects with municipalities and offers multiple resources and services to local schools. Service-learning participants may have an active role in all the activities of the cooperative such as helping with itineraries, storytelling, hiking, workshops, training talks, and animation activities. PLEASE NOTE: In June and July, participants may assist with the summer school programs where service-learning participants offer support to the "ludoteca," a play center for the children during the summer.

University Environmental Office

Spanish (Intermediate)

Salamanca

The University of Salamanca has initiated programs and campaigns to make the city greener and to improve the lives of its residents. Service-learning projects may include administrative office duties, city and river clean-up, workshops on recycling, and public campaigns on sustainability issues. Participants may also have opportunities to assist with outdoor activities related to environmental education and raise awareness about creative ecological practices that favor sustainability. PLEASE NOTE: The university office is closed from the end of June through mid-September.

Community Center

Spanish (High Intermediate)

Valparaíso and Viña del Mar

This organization is a non-profit foundation whose main mission is to promote the sustainable and cultural development of Valparaíso through community activities and the regeneration of neighborhoods. This community center offers a space for Valparaíso to come and connect with their neighbors through community work and workshops to train communities in the field of bio-construction. The community center also focuses on education, which is an area where service-learning participants may offer assistance. Classes range from dance, art, craft, cooking, English language, yoga, art therapy, and workshops for kids. Based on participants' skills and interests, service-learning students may have the opportunity to assist or teach their own workshop or class, aid with construction projects, handle administrative tasks, help with marketing and social media initiatives, and more. A successful participant will be an individual who is ready and willing to help in a variety of tasks to meet the organization's mission.

After School Program

Spanish (Intermediate)

San José

Work with an organization that provides after school and daycare services to children of limited economic resources. Be a positive role model and help students with homework and educational activities. Engage the children by facilitating recreational activities, art, and music projects.

Youth Development Center

Spanish (High Intermediate)

San José

This organization is part of a larger public park dedicated to creating an integrated space for community members and promoting an appreciation for nature, the environment, art, music, and technology. This center focuses specifically on youth education and recreation programs that help children and young adults learn new skills in a safe and creative learning environment. Participants may have the opportunity to facilitate English and technology classes, assist with administrative tasks, and help prepare educational materials and activities.

Youth Development Centers

Spanish (Intermediate)

Santiago

These public, non-profit centers seek to promote youth development and education among at-risk youth populations in Santiago. These centers offer a variety of services to children, including personal hygiene, academic support, after school programs, recreational activities, health education, psychological support, and meals. Participants will have opportunities to facilitate recreational and educational programs, help with homework and assignments, and form connections with students.

Children's Dining Hall

Spanish (Intermediate)

Santiago

This organization is dedicated to promoting and coordinating activities that lead to successful development for some of the most disadvantaged youth in Santiago. Participants will have the opportunity to make an impact on the lives of children who utilize the dining hall for meals, education, and healthcare. Activities include facilitating recreational activities, creating engaging educational activities, serving meals, and acting as a positive mentor. *This placement has limited availability June - September as students involved in this organization are on summer vacation.

Center for the Disabled

Spanish (Intermediate)

Santiago

This public center sponsored by the First Lady of the Dominican Republic provides diagnostic and rehabilitation services to children with mental and physical disabilities such as autism spectrum disorders, down syndrome, and cerebral palsy. The center aims to provide integrative services to children with special needs and develop their physical and mental abilities along with preparing them for effective social inclusion. Services at the center include evaluation, diagnosis, and therapy. Participants may have the opportunity to help physical therapy, nutrition, and psychology staff and also observe consultations. Placements that may involve patient interaction are observation-based; participants are required to complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) workshop for eligibility.

Support Center for Individuals with Special Needs

English (Advanced)

Galway

The mission of the organization is to support the families of children with special needs and long term illness who spend extended periods of time in medical facilities. The aim is to enhance the well-being of the family unit through fun and recreational activities including music, art, and play therapy as well as guardian(s) support mechanisms. Additionally, the center provides space and activities for siblings of special needs children to come together and share their experiences in a safe, fun, and educational setting. *Limited availability during Summer

Youth Foundation and Play Center

English (Superior)

Limerick

This national foundation helps make dreams come true for terminally-ill children and provides an all-inclusive and accessible play center for children of all needs and abilities. Participants in this role may have opportunities to serve both in the foundation's office and in the play center. Possible responsibilities may include fundraising support, research, database entry, play center maintenance, and helping supervise play areas. ** NOTE: This organization requires a commitment of up to 30 hours per week and work on weekends.

Center for Special Needs

English (Superior)

Limerick

This center is a non-profit organization that provides socially inclusive activities for people with autism and their families. Their services include autism camps, special needs sibling groups, and movement groups for individuals and their families. They also work closely with local businesses increase the businesses' autism/sensory friendliness. Participants in this role may have opportunities to work directly with the community and on administrative and organizational tasks and activities.

Senior Development and Advocacy Services Center

English (Advanced)

Galway

This non-profit organization provides a range of services to seniors. The organization is eager to have college students contribute their time and effort to teach computer skills to seniors in classroom settings or one-on-ones throughout the week. There is also the opportunity to run all-day workshops on how to use video calling services (such as Skype) and social media.

Family Support Center

English (Advanced)

Galway

This organization offers a wide range of services to children and teenagers in disadvantaged areas in the city of Galway. They help to promote and encourage self-improvement and general well-being. They run a homework club throughout the school term, which offers children practical assistance with homework, and aims to inspire young people to develop their self-confidence and see the value in education. The center also runs an activity group which aims to promote social inclusion through arts and crafts, sports, drama, and cooking projects, which aids young people in developing their social skills and gaining confidence in their abilities. Activities undertaken by the club include: youth exchanges, day trips, mid-term and summer camps, yoga and meditation, cooking classes, grinds (tutoring), as well as workshops on building healthy relationship and improving I.T skills. * NOTE: Students placed in this organization will be required to obtain a FBI background check.

Special Needs Partnership

English (Advanced)

Galway

Assist with a non-profit organization that works to provide support for individuals and families affected by a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Set up by a concerned parent group in 2011 to address a need for service provision, information, advocacy, and support for families living with ASD, the Special Needs Partnership has since been providing social clubs, respite camps, skills building workshops, and family fun days and activities for individuals on the spectrum, siblings, and whole families. Participants may support and supervise children of various ages diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder with and without additional needs (e.g Intellectual Disability) in a range of clubs and activities. These might include Lego Club, Movie Production Club, and Play Groups, as well as after school activities, special holiday clubs, and weekend social clubs. Potential opportunities to help supervise additional special interest clubs may arise.

Youth Service Center

English (Superior)

Limerick

This Youth Service Center provides youth with work, education, training & employability projects. They support a number of diverse youth work projects including international youth work. The organization enhances the civic, educational, personal, and social development of young people with programs focusing on a broad range of topics from leaderships skills, animal welfare, and web safety to creative arts, music, and sports. A participant in this role may be involved with group study sessions, arts, teaching, and a limited amount of administrative work.

At-Risk Youth Development and Rehabilitation Center

Spanish (High Intermediate)

Lima

Empower Peru’s at-risk youth by serving in a boy’s or girl’s home in the outskirts of the city of Lima.The goal of this organization is to promote, through prevention and rehabilitation, the healthy and integral development of children and adolescents at high risk in Peru. The aim here is to encourage functional participation in academic, social, and familial settings in a healthy and violence-free environment. ISA participants will work closely with experienced staff and volunteers to promote daily practices of hygiene and health, as well as quality education. Participant responsibilities vary from assisting with day to day operations and facility maintenance, to leading workshops in language, fitness, art, and sports. Participants with a high level of Spanish proficiency may have the opportunity to observe and assist in the center's department of Psychology. *The Center is located on the outskirts of Lima, a 45-minute commute on a provided volunteer van. This placement is not available to students on a semester study program.

Family Support Center

Spanish (Intermediate)

Lima

This non-profit opened in 2014 and is dedicated towards improving the health and welfare of Peruvian children. The organization provides a "home away from home" for many families that must travel to Lima so that they can be near their children during their hospitalization. Participants will assist with maintaining the facility to ensure a comfortable and welcoming environment for the families in need. Participants will also serve to support the families staying at the home during very trying times. Interested participants may have the opportunity to support fundraising events, support weekly workshops, create brochures and marketing materials, and assist in social media networking.

Children's Rehabilitation Institute

Spanish (Intermediate)

Lima

This institute serves children with physical, mental, or sensory impairments. Through physical therapy, social integration, and educational activities, the children are prepared for a functional society. The institute follows an early treatment approach known as the Doman Method, and one in which the parents of the child participate actively in the rehabilitation program. Participants may have the opportunity to work directly with the children and assist the staff in various areas, such as neurology, psychology, physical therapy, education, and pedagogy.

Special Education Center

Spanish (Beginning)

Cusco

These organizations offer comprehensive services for children and young people with special needs in Cusco, Peru. Their services aim to improve the quality of life for these youth by teaching them how to better interact in their social and academic environments. Participants will serve as support for children with disabilities and may assist with feeding and skills exercises, as well as facilitating entertaining sensory activities through music and art. Opportunities to observe speech and physical therapists on site may also be available.

Center for Students with Learning Disabilities

Spanish (High Intermediate)

Lima

The Center for Students with Learning Disabilities is a bilingual center dedicated to supporting children and teenagers with alternative forms of academic support. The center also provides families with consulting services to best support their student. The multidisciplinary team of experts creates specialized approaches incorporating family, school, and the therapist. Staff creates personalized programs of support as well as psychological, learning, language, occupational/sensory, physical, and psycho-motor evaluations. Service Learning participants must have an INTERMEDIATE Spanish language level or higher. This organization is closed the last weeks of July and December and for the months of January and February.

Youth Development Organizations

Spanish (Beginning)

Cusco

These local, grass-roots organizations seek to provide a welcoming and safe environment in which high risk youth are able to improve their self-esteem, gain important life skills, and strive for a productive future. Participants can facilitate games, help with homework, and organize recreational afternoon activities. Depending on skills and training, participants may also help in classes or workshops.

Family Center for Victims of Abuse

English (Advanced)

Cape Town

The center provides essential services to women and children who are victims of domestic or sexual abuse. They are working towards a future where all women are free and safe from violence. Participants may have opportunities to aid the organization in its efforts through administrative tasks, research, help manage finances, and help run workshops for children and women.

Youth Community Exchange Centers

English (Advanced)

Cape Town

These organizations drive social change in South Africa by enabling disadvantaged learners to lift each other out of poverty and into tertiary education or employment. Participants in these organizations may assist staff and tutors, many of whom are previous beneficiaries of the program themselves, in a variety of areas such as after school tutoring in Math and English, promotion through social media, fundraising, administrative tasks, and more.

Family Support Center for People with Intellectual Disabilities

Spanish (High Intermediate)

Salamanca

These non-profit organizations are dedicated to helping people with Alzheimer's, cerebral palsy and/or other related encephalopathies with the mission to defend the rights and improve the quality of life of people with these disabilities. These organizations also aim to increase inclusion and participation in the community and carry out educational, extracurricular, sports and cultural development activities for people affected by these types of intellectual disabilities. Participants in these organizations will collaborate with staff to create and carry out playful activities, such as board games, storytelling, walks, excursions, and sports. Participants may also have the opportunity to shadow mental health professionals where applicable.

Family Support Center for Children with Autism

Spanish (Intermediate)

Granada

The mission of the organization is to support children on the autism spectrum as well as their families. The aim is to enhance the well-being of the family unit through fun and recreational activities including music, art, and play therapy as well as guardian(s) support mechanisms. Additionally, the center provides space to respond to the needs of this group in Granada. Serve alongside community members to carry out workshops designed for children with autism which promote autonomy, manual skills, and psychomotor skills. PLEASE NOTE: In July, the organization has summer school for children with special needs. The organization is closed in August.

Support Center for Women and Children

Spanish (Advanced)

Salamanca

This center offers support to abused women and children by building their self-esteem through activities and workshops that equip them to reach their utmost potential. Participants in this organization may have opportunities to work side-by-side with social workers and psychologists in Salamanca to improve the daily lives of the economically disadvantaged. In addition, there may be opportunities to help women find employment, assist in leading awareness workshops for the community at local schools, take part in counseling activities, or teach yoga or dance classes for children ages 5-18. PLEASE NOTE: This organization is closed from the end of June through September for summer vacation.

Community Foundation for Youth and Senior Citizens

Spanish (Beginning), Spanish (Advanced)

Granada

This local foundation's mission is to promote human development and preserve the integrity and cultural identity of social groups in Granada. Service-learning participants are needed to provide support to senior citizens and youth involved in the foundation's programs. Participants can build relationships with community members and help facilitate games for senior citizens, tutoring sessions for youth, theater activities, and summer school programs. PLEASE NOTE: This organization is closed in August. Participants interested in working with senior citizens must have an advanced level of Spanish. Participants interested in working with youth may have beginner to advanced level of Spanish.

Center for Infantile Nutrition

Spanish (Beginning)

Valparaíso and Viña del Mar

This center aims to promote infantile nutrition by providing health care and tending to developmental needs. Based on participants' skills and interests, they may help with web design projects and also aid with marketing and local fundraising efforts for the center. The organization is working to procure funding in order to implement a construction project and build an interior patio and play area for the toddlers. Students that have experience or interest in fundraising or construction may assist with these projects. It is important to note that participants will be working in close proximity to a vulnerable population of infants and toddlers suffering from secondary malnutrition and other health disorders, however, direct interaction will be limited. Participants are required to complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) workshop for eligibility.

Health Clinics

Spanish (Advanced)

Valparaíso and Viña del Mar

These health clinics throughout Valparaíso are part of the Ministry of Education and Health and seek to provide the best quality basic healthcare, consultations, and health education. Participants in this role may observe consultations, learn health field terminology, participate in administrative duties performed in a health care setting, and help provide social, educational, and health and wellness outreach to the community. Placements that may involve patient interaction are observation-based; participants are required to complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) workshop for eligibility. *Spots at health clinics are limited *Additional fees may apply for placements in medical clinics for required materials.

Cancer Support Center

Spanish (Intermediate)

San José

This nonprofit organization is dedicated to the prevention of cancer, providing treatment, and supporting patients and their families. Participants may be able to assist in receiving patients and writing and maintaining patient records. Observe supportive therapies developed by the center’s psychologists, or assist with educational workshops and presentations to raise cancer awareness. Placements that may involve patient interaction are observation-based; participants are required to complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) workshop for eligibility.

Health Clinics

Spanish (High Intermediate)

San José

These public and private clinics throughout San José offer general medical services, specialty medicine, and educational health campaigns. Health clinic placements are best for students majoring in Pre-Medicine, Pre-Nursing, Public Health, and Health Science or for students interested in learning about foreign health care systems. Participants may be placed in a general hospital, public or private clinic, community health center, or other healthcare setting and may have opportunities to learn about health issues, prevention, health care, and patient care in Costa Rica by engaging with and shadowing local professionals. Additionally, participants may serve in a variety of ways including preparing emergency kits, accompanying patients, and sterilizing materials. Participants may also accompany trained professionals on home visits and/or assist staff in coordinating and conducting health campaigns on topics such as nutrition, dengue, and immunizations. Please note that participants' experiences may vary depending on interests, host organization, language level and education level. Placements that may involve patient interaction are observation-based; participants are required to complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) workshop for eligibility. *Limited availability

Children's Hospital

Spanish (High Intermediate)

San José

This hospital treats children with a vast array of health conditions including burns, cancer, acute conditions, premature birth, and more. This placement is best for students majoring in Pre-Medicine, Pre-Nursing, Public Health, and Health Science or for students interested in learning about foreign health care systems. Participants in this role may be able to visit and read to children in the various wards, assist volunteer staff at the hospital with the duties of the ward, and boost morale of the patients through story-telling, arts and crafts projects, and games. Placements that may involve patient interaction are observation-based; participants are required to complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) workshop for eligibility. * Limited availability

HIV Non-Profit Organization

Spanish (Advanced)

San José

This NGO dedicates itself to providing information about HIV and its prevention. They offer workshops and talks to the public, give emotional support to patients diagnosed with HIV, and seek to reduce the risk of HIV in vulnerable populations. Participants in this role may help give workshops and educational talks to the public, conduct research, provide emotional support for patients affected by HIV, AIDS and/or STIs, and help with daily tasks around the center. There may also be opportunities to assist the organization in strengthening their prevention efforts and contributing to a better quality of life for patients. Placements that may involve patient interaction are observation-based; participants are required to complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) workshop for eligibility.

Senior Citizens' Home

Spanish (Intermediate)

San José

For 130 years, this senior citizens’ home has been providing comprehensive care for the elderly. They strive to provide a family atmosphere of acceptance and respect, while fully addressing the needs of over 200 seniors. Participants in this organization may have opportunities to plan and lead recreational activities, organize games, socialize with and read to the residents, teach dance or aerobics classes, and assist with everyday activities. Placements that may involve patient interaction are observation-based; participants are required to complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) workshop for eligibility.

Pharmacy

Spanish (Intermediate)

Santiago

This pharmaceutical dispensary provides low-cost medications to smaller communities surrounding Santiago. Working closely with staff at the central warehouse in Santiago, participants help to sort and organize medication for the smaller dispensaries after they arrive at the central pharmacy. Participants may also assist with invoice preparation and inventory management. Placements that may involve patient interaction are observation-based; participants are required to complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) workshop for eligibility.

Rehabilitation Center

Spanish (Low Intermediate)

Santiago

This organization serves both children and adults with physical, mental, and sensory impairments in the city of Santiago, Dominican Republic. Through physical therapy, occupational therapy, social integration, and group activities, patients become reincorporated into a functional society. The center also sponsors two youth programs which serve children with disabilities from low-income households and strive to foster human rights awareness. Participants may have the opportunity to observe social workers and physical therapists during their sessions, help with the patient intake process, go on house visits, and support patients under supervision. Placements that may involve patient interaction are observation-based; participants are required to complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) workshop for eligibility.

Public Health Clinics

Spanish (Intermediate)

Santiago

Neighborhood public health clinics throughout Santiago remain understaffed, resulting in a high need for volunteers, NGOs, and international health professionals to assist in providing basic health services. Participants have the opportunity to observe doctors and nurses during consultations with patients, update patient files, help prepare consultation rooms, and assist with public health initiatives in the community. Placements that may involve patient interaction are observation-based; participants are required to complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) workshop for eligibility.

Equine Therapy Center

English (Advanced)

Galway

This voluntary organization provides services like therapeutic horsemanship, equine-facilitated coaching, and EAGALA model equine-assisted personal development and psychotherapy. All of the services provided utilize horses as a catalyst for change, and are tailored according to the specific goals hoped to be achieved by the individual or group. PLEASE NOTE: This organization requires a minimum 8-week commitment.

Center for Disabilities

Arabic (Beginning), French (Beginning)

Meknes

These centers work with children who are physically and/or intellectually disabled. They provide therapy, education, and recreational services. Participants may have the opportunity to shadow physical therapists, sanitize equipment and classrooms, teach English, assist with events, and plan recreational activities. This organization only accepts female participants. * NOTE: This organization is not available during the summer.

After-Care Center for People with Disabilities

English (Advanced)

Wellington

This organization's mission is to ensure the lives of people with disabilities are supported and improved, including their choices of where they live, learn, and socialize. The organization encourages its service users, through self-determination, to create the lives they want and to feel connected to their communities. Participants will engage with staff and service users, and assist with activities related to exercise, occupational therapy, and socialization.

Diabetes Association

English (Advanced)

Wellington

Assist this non-profit organization in their mission to gain a greater online presence through social media by revamping their website, managing their Facebook account, and sharing knowledge about the association’s services with the Wellington community. Participants will help lead creative fundraising campaigns and promote cooking classes and supermarket tours for community members who intend to lead a healthier lifestyle. This organization is open to service-learning participants who can take initiative and come up with fresh ideas to help people who struggle with Diabetes.

Art Therapy Center

English (Advanced)

Wellington

This community-based center takes a creative approach to providing support and therapy to people with mental illness. The center provides a supportive and professional art studio and gallery environment for people to engage in the production of artwork, enabling them to develop a broad skill base and to take ownership of their creative paths towards positive outcomes in the local community. Participants will work with the center’s staff to facilitate engaging classes and workshops.

Sex Worker Advocacy Collective

English (Advanced)

Wellington

With prostitution decriminalized in New Zealand, sex work is treated as an occupational health issue rather than a criminal issue. Independent, highly-motivated service-learning participants will aid the organization's staff with community outreach and education through social media, put together care packages, and may have the opportunity to gain experience in grant proposal writing.

Health Clinic

Spanish (Intermediate)

Cusco

These private and public health clinics are dedicated to providing quality health care and promoting a healthy and productive lifestyle for the people of Cusco. Health clinic placements are best for students majoring in Pre-Medicine, Pre-Nursing, Public Health, and Health Science or for students interested in learning about foreign health care systems. Participants in these organizations may have opportunities to learn about healthcare in Peru through the observation of procedures and patient consultations, shadowing doctors and nurses, interaction with patients, and assisting with administrative tasks to maintain efficiency and organization. *Placements that may involve patient interaction are observation-based; participants are required to complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) workshop for eligibility.

Dental Clinics

Spanish (High Intermediate)

Cusco

These dental clinics specialize in implants, orthodontics, periodontology, and radiology and seek to improve the oral health status of the population of southern Peru and reduce the prevalence of oral disease. Participants in dental clinic placements may have the opportunity to learn about dental care in Peru by observing and assisting the clinic’s dentists in Cusco as they perform their daily responsibilities. Example activities may include completing ondontograms, pouring molds, and observing extractions as well as cleaning and sanitizing dental instruments. Participants may also be asked to assist in taking x-rays, processing lab work, and performing certain administrative duties such as new patient registration. *Placements that may involve patient interaction are observation-based; participants are required to complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) workshop for eligibility.

Senior Citizen's Center

Spanish (Intermediate)

Cusco

This Senior Citizen's home is dedicated to housing and caring for elderly who have been abandoned or neglected. They strive to provide stability and improved quality of life for residents. Participants in this organization may assist with mealtimes and daily tasks around the center, socialize with the residents, and help with other assignments as needed. Placements that may involve patient interaction are observation-based; participants are required to complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) workshop for eligibility.

School for Special Needs

English (Advanced)

Cape Town

Offering a mainstream curriculum for learners with physical disabilities, this school was founded in 1974 as a school for “differently abled” children in Xkosa-speaking communities of the Cape townships. Participants may assist in the following areas: administrative duties, coaching sports or leading other activities, supervising students during lunch and recreation times, classroom assistance and more depending on interests and skills. *This partner organization is only available for full-time, 8-week service learning students and is not available during the semester.

Community Health Organization

Spanish (Beginning)

Granada

This organization is dedicated to providing rehabilitation and mental health services to vulnerable populations in Granada by providing comprehensive medical services and assistance to individuals with disabilities and the homeless. Participants in this role will have the opportunity to gain an understanding of the sociopolitical issues in the local community by engaging with patients and community members, offering support to the occupational therapy department, providing support as a teacher’s assistant in the special education school or the dining hall, or helping sort and organize donations. PLEASE NOTE: Placement assignments that may involve patient interaction are observation-based; participants are required to complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) workshop for eligibility.

Cancer Prevention and Support Center

Spanish (Intermediate)

Granada

This organization’s mission is to improve the lives of people who are affected by cancer. Service-learning participants will work directly with community members and may assist staff in teaching classes with a focus on boosting moral and providing emotional support. Participants have the opportunity to take initiative and actively participate in structured activities. Participants may also facilitate and organize activities for children receiving treatment at the center. To serve at this organization, participants must have a background in health, child psychology, and experience with organizing play-based activities. PLEASE NOTE: Placement assignments that may involve patient interaction are observation-based; participants are required to complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) workshop for eligibility. The center is only open in the mornings during July and August due to Summer vacation. ** This organization can only accommodate participants for up to 5 hours/week and therefore may not be suitable for full-time Service-Learning participants.

Cancer Prevention and Support Center

Spanish (High Intermediate)

Salamanca

This non-profit organization was formed by patients, relatives, volunteers, collaborators and professionals with the main objective of reducing the impact caused by cancer and improving the lives of patients and their families. The organization works to provide health education, support, and company to people affected by cancer and finance research projects that will allow for better diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Service-Learning participants may help by talking to patients, providing entertainment and emotional support, and collaborating on fundraising and cancer prevention campaigns.

Senior Citizen's Home

Spanish (High Intermediate)

Salamanca

This gerontological center provides permanent and temporary care to elderly people living in a situation of dependency or requiring comprehensive social health care. Its main objective is to provide services to achieve maximum quality of life and well-being for residents. Service-Learning participants will help coordinate activities aimed to improve residents' personal autonomy and well-being such as playing games with them, taking walks, talking, and reading.

Senior Citizens' Home

Spanish (Beginning)

Granada

Within walking distance of the ISA office, this organization is dedicated to providing services for senior citizens to achieve their maximum quality of life and well-being. Help staff coordinate and lead recreational and cultural activities designed to improve and maintain the residents' level of personal autonomy and independence. Take initiative to plan creative activities, organize games, take walks, read and talk with residents, teach dance or aerobics classes, and assist with everyday activities. This organization can take up to 10 service-learning participants at a time and sustainable group projects are encouraged to serve a need identified by the Senior Citizen’s Home. PLEASE NOTE: Placement assignments that may involve patient interaction are observation-based; participants are required to complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) workshop for eligibility. This organization cannot accept participants from June 15th - June 30th, available to accept participants in July but closed in August.

Local Hospital

Spanish (High Intermediate)

Granada

This hospital offers general and specialty medical services to the Granada community and uses the most up-to-date technology available in the field. This organization placement is best suited students majoring in Pre-Medicine, Pre-Nursing, Public Health, and Health Science or for students interested in learning about foreign health care systems. Participants may have opportunities to learn about health issues, prevention, health care, and patient care in Spain by engaging with and shadowing local professionals and assisting with other administrative tasks and projects. PLEASE NOTE: placements that may involve patient interaction are observation-based; participants are required to complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) workshop for eligibility.

Center for Labor Rights

Spanish (Advanced)

Santiago

Participants at this center may welcome visitors to the office, assist with legal research, help calculate client benefits, enter case details in the center's database, and observe and learn from lawyers' cases. Participants have the opportunity to aid in a variety of administrative tasks to ensure that the Center for Labor Rights continues to provide services and support for human rights initiatives, labor rights, technical training, and intercultural relations between Dominicans and Haitians.

Women’s Development and Vocational Training Foundations

French (Intermediate), English (Intermediate), Arabic (Intermediate)

Meknes

These foundations assist Moroccan women of all economic levels to complete their education. Many of the educational courses teach artisan skills (embroidery, calligraphy, literacy, cooking, and hair dressing) to increase employment opportunities and/or assist the women in starting their own businesses. Participant opportunities may include organizing logistics, preparing lesson plans, and teaching English to the women. Additional help may be needed with fundraising, marketing, or creating a social media presence or website development to help the women sell their products.

Local Political Campaign

Wellington

This local political party is the largest consistent third party force in New Zealand politics. Driven by those who believe in protecting the planet and supporting communities, their campaign focuses on fostering good relations with New Zealands' Māori people and working together to fight climate change. Participants in this role may work alongside a variety of staff members depending on their area of interest. Responsibilities may include data management, marketing, fundraising, administrative processing, and voter outreach. *NOTE: This organization may require some work on weekends.

Sex Worker Advocacy Collective

English (Advanced)

Wellington

With prostitution decriminalized in New Zealand, sex work is treated as an occupational health issue rather than a criminal issue. Independent, highly-motivated service-learning participants will aid the organization's staff with community outreach and education through social media, put together care packages, and may have the opportunity to gain experience in grant proposal writing.

Labor Rights Support Center

Spanish (Intermediate)

Lima

This nonprofit is dedicated to defending the rights of domestic workers and working children, as well as to providing education to children in underprivileged communities around Lima. Participants may primarily be asked to assist with tutoring in after school programs in the outskirts of Lima, and may be required to assist with workshops on Sundays. Sunday workshops are designed to promote awareness of workers’ rights and human rights, as well as to inform the public of child labor. Participants may also help organize donations of clothing, school materials and educational information, as well as participate in recreational activities with the domestic workers and children who participate in the organization’s many projects across the city.

Policy and Human Rights Organization

Spanish (Advanced)

Cusco

This national organization began in 1977 with the goal of defending and promoting human rights in the Cusco region. Their mission is to defend men, women, and children who have suffered a violation of their fundamental human rights. Participants in this organization may work in areas such as Peruvian legal rights, mental health, and training individuals on the topics of human rights. Participants may also be asked to help create educational materials, translate documents, and assist with projects and workshops. * Participants interested in this organization should have very strong Spanish language skills and feel comfortable working with those who are underprivileged.

Civil Rights Advocacy Campaign

English (Advanced)

Cape Town

This coalition aims to inform community members of their civil rights regarding access to information in order to allow for informed public participation. Depending on participants’ interests and skills, their responsibilities may include social media promotion, IT development and support, developing and maintaining a contact management system, research, documentation, and archiving for the organization, and more. *This organization only accepts full-time service-learning students and may request a Skype interview

Human Rights Advocacy Organization

English (Advanced)

Cape Town

This community-based, non-profit human rights organization is devoted to protecting and fighting for the rights of asylum-seekers, refugees, and immigrants in South Africa. The organization also works in the areas of LGBT+ advocacy and fighting xenophobia. Depending on skills and interests, participants may have opportunities to interview clients, research, assist with event management and fundraising efforts, and help with social media and marketing efforts through various platforms.