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Description
Fundacion Madreverde, is a community initiative , created in order to protect the forest and water reserves in the surrounding area of Palmares. The main objective is to give alternate sustainable development possibilities to the future generations of the area.
Location La Granja, Palmars, Alajuela Province, central Costa Rica..
Work description: There are 9 different projects in: ecotourism research, environmental education, webpage, trails, butterflies research, handcrafts, and conservation tasks.
Minimum time: Depends on the project - from 3 months. Working Hours Flexible, but according to the season. Spanish: level high
Desired Skills: Biologists (research) , Artists (for handcrafts project), but everyone interested in help and learn is welcomed. Conditions Volunteers will be located in houses with families, with electricity and running water. Food and lodging Provided, as well as lodging.
OUR MISSION:
Reto Juvenil International supports community initiatives that contribute to an improvement in quality of life, while also promoting the personal development of youth volunteers through their responsible and solidarity-driven participation in community projects.
OUR VISION: We see ourselves as an innovative organization committed to sustainable human development and the fostering of leadership among international youth in the construction of - with other social actors - a world that provides greater opportunities for women and men.
A Cost of $ 700 per month includes: Lodging / food in the communities or natural reserves during your entire stay. First / last night in a hostel in San Jose, transportation by bus from San Jose to the project, Pre- departure information packages (sent by email) Volunteer work placement, according with your preferences. Airport Pick up and drop off Arrival orientation and information packages. (maps, information about history, culture, security, health, etc.) Support from the staff during your stay in Costa Rica. Volunteer Certificate and letters of recommendation if required.