| Youth in Conflict with Law |
The economy of the Philippines has been depressed for a long period, and the recent global economic recession has contributed to a worsening economic situation for poor families. More children have dropped out of school to augment the family income. But there aren’t many jobs available, and young children who by law aren’t supposed to be working, don’t earn much. Poverty, especially when it spans generations, leads to a breakdown of family cohesion. So it’s not surprising that the number of youth law violators and the severity of their offenses have been on the rise.
By volunteering with youths in conflict with the law, you can help coach and mentor young male adolescents whom are desperate to alter the course of their lives. As a volunteer, you not only put yourself into the position of a role-model, but also have the opportunity to empower the boys by sharing your talents, skills and interests. The boys’ reaction to receiving an international volunteer is always extremely positive; project staff often comment that volunteers offer that little extra nurture and guidance which helps contribute to the quicker rehabilitation of the boys.
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| Minimum stay : 3 weeks |
| Maximum stay: 6 months |
| Age Limits: 18 years and over |
| Registration fee: $580 CAD + tax |
Participation fee:
3 weeks : $415 USD ($420 CAD)*
4 weeks : $480 USD ($486 CAD)*
5 weeks : $545 USD ($552 CAD)*
6 weeks : $610 USD ($617 CAD)*
7 weeks : $675 USD ($683 CAD)*
8 weeks : $740 USD ($749 CAD)*
9 weeks : $805 USD ($815 CAD)*
10 weeks : $870 USD ($881 CAD)*
11 weeks : $935 USD ($946 CAD)*
12 weeks : $1000 USD ($1012 CAD)*
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| Registration deadline: 3 months before the departure date. |
| Language Requirements: Good knowledge of English |
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* Exchange rate from December 12th, 2012. For the most recent exchange rates, please consult www.desjardins.com
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What's included?
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- Pre-departure orientation session
- Accomodation
- Meals (two meals per day)
- Technical Support
Our service includes: detailed and personalized support,
plane ticket reservation, visa advice, information about
vaccines, a pre-departure orientation day, a participant
guide to help with the preparation of your trip, and a
confirmation from our partner abroad. The placement is
guaranteed or you will be one hundred percent reimbursed.
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What's not included?
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- Plane Ticket
- Insurance
- Passport
- Vaccination
- Personal expenses / souvenirs
- Visa (if needed)
- Exit Tax
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