Street Children Work in Ecuador from US$270

Company : International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ)
Activities: Community Volunteer Projects / Humanitarian Projects
Location : Quito
Duration: 1 week to 6 months
Approx Costs: 250 to 2500 $ Dollars (US)

For many children in Ecuador, school is simply not an option as they work the streets with their parents to help stay alive, you can apply to help those in need.

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Every day, 365 days of the year these children work the streets of Quito with their parents, selling goods and performing to make a living. The Street Children Program in Ecuador focuses on giving these children some enjoyment in their lives. This program is popular with the children and their families as it gives them opportunities and perspectives on life they would never have otherwise been provided with.

Work consists of taking basic school lessons, playing with the children, providing medical support for them and introducing them to activities (such as painting) that they would never otherwise have a chance to do. Volunteers on the Street Children program need to have beginner to basic Spanish to participate effectively on this program.

How to Apply for this Program in Ecuador

This program is offered as part of a structured package with prices starting from US$270 (1 week) to US$2880 (24 weeks)
Included in this price is placements, in-country 24/7 support, information pack, airport pick up, orientation, program supervision, meals and accommodation for the duration of your stay
If you are thinking about booking this program on the application there is a section "Have you been referred by an Ambassador or Partner?". Here you can type code: ONEWORLD365 and you will be entered into a monthly draw to win a full refund of your registration fee