Volunteer at a Soup Kitchen & Day Centre in Salta

Location: Argentina: Salta

Program Duration: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months (includes high school academic semester abroad), 7-12 months (includes high school academic year abroad), 1-2 years

Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks

Dates: Year Round

All Access Volunteers

206-1035 Auckland St New Westminster, British Columbia V3M 1K9 Canada

Description

Located in Salta (far north of Argentina), this organization was founded with the purpose of assisting impoverished mothers who had no one to care for their children while they worked all day. This centre, gave them a safe place to leave their children during the work day. Mothers are assured their children will be given a nutritious meal and a snack each day.

There are 50 young children and adolescents who attend this centre on a daily basis. Ages range from 2 to 17 years old. They participate in activities such as tending a garden where the children learn to plant and care for the plants. The children also learn to raise rabbits, and chickens for eggs. Each day they are assisted with their school work and are able to participate in all types of different workshops.

Project Details
* Project Duration: Min 2 weeks Long Term
* Project Costs: USD 1,395 first 2 weeks USD 250 per week after.
* Project Location: Salta, Argentina.
* Arrival Airport: Martin Miguel Airport (SLA) from Buenos Aires.
* By Bus from Buenos Aires: Leave from Retiro Bus Station and arrive in Salta (17 hours)
* Activities: Assist in care of children, preparing and serving food, maintenance of centre, assist in vegetable garden, and assist with school work.
* Working Hours: Flexible; Monday to Friday up to 7 hours a day, all other time is free.
* Getting to the project: 15 to 20 minutes by bus and then a two block walk to the project. Cost of round trip bus fare is USD 2.70 pesos daily.
* Requirements: Minimum Age 18

Highlights

Argentina is the land of tango, the gaucho (Argentine cowboy) & mate (communal tea).It is also one of the largest producers of wine, and arguably has the best beef in the world. Argentina is the 2nd largest country in South America and is rich in natural beauty and natural resources. From the Iguazu falls in the North, wine country to the west in the Mendoza region, the cosmopolitan city of Buenos Aires, the Perito Moreno glacier, and the beautiful landscapes of Patagonia, Argentina has something for every traveler to enjoy. It is one of the most diverse countries in the world.

Travel Types
  • BackPacking Abroad
  • Camping
  • Climbing
  • Cooking
  • Cross/Back Country Skiing
  • Dancing
  • Downhill Skiing
  • Eco Tours
  • Heli-Skiing
  • Heritage Tourism
  • Hiking
  • Homestay
  • Language Immersion
  • Mountaineering
  • Native Culture Studies
  • Nature Tours
  • Off Road / 4X4 Driving
  • Photography
  • Snowboarding
  • Soccer/Football
  • Sports
  • Student Tours
  • Trekking
  • Volunteering
Qualifications

There are no specific qualifications required for this program. We encourage all who are interested to contact us in regard to availability.

Languages
  • English
  • Spanish

Cost in US$:

1,395

Cost Includes:

Cost Include Description:

What's Included
* Accommodation: Home-stay (Shared Room)
* Airport Pickup: Included on arrival day if arriving into Buenos Aires. If you are arriving in in Buenos Aires, the volunteer coordinator will meet you prior to your departure to Salta. If flying directly to Salta, the volunteer coordinator there will pick you up.
* Training: Pre-departure "Introductory Package" will be mailed and in-country orientation with our Volunteer Coordinator.
* Support: Pre-departure briefing & help-desk, local in-country Volunteer Coordinator and 24 hour emergency support.
* Insurance: All AAV volunteers will receive basic travel & medical insurance included in their package.
* Bonus: "Welcome Package" with and AAV t-shirt, local tips and coupons to help you get settled quickly and enhance the duration of your stay!
* Ask about adding Spanish Language Classes to your trip!

What's Not Included
* Airfare: However, we would be more than happy to help you find and schedule your flight.
* Project Transportation: 2.70 pesos round trip (approx. USD 0.70 cents)

Credit Available

no

Volunteer Types
  • Adult Education
  • Agriculture
  • Arts
  • Athletics
  • Building Maintenance
  • Childcare/children
  • Community Centers
  • Community Development
  • Community Health
  • Community Organizing
  • Cooking
  • Economic Development
  • Education
  • English Teaching
  • Food
  • Gardening
  • Grassroots Organization
  • Health Care
  • Health Education
  • Minority Groups
  • Nutrition
  • Organic Farming
  • Organizational Development
  • Orphans
  • Planting
  • Playgrounds
  • Renovation
  • Repairs
  • Social Services, Social Work
  • Sports
  • Teaching
  • Tutor
  • Volunteering
  • Women
  • Youth
  • Youth Development
Typical Volunteer
Our international volunteers come from all edges of the globe with a variety of backgrounds. Everyone is welcome!
Age Range
Minimum Age Requirement of 18 (unless accompanied by a guardian)
This Program is open to

American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African, Worldwide Participant. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements
  • Group living
  • Guest House
  • Home-stays
  • Independent living

Participants Travel to Argentina

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves
  • In-Person Interview when Feasible
  • Online Application plus Application Assessment
  • Phone/Video Interview
Typically The Application Process Time is
48hrs
Post Services Include
  • Alumni Network
  • Exit Debriefing Abroad
  • Re-Entry Debriefing at Home
All Access Volunteers's Mission Statement

To provide a unique volunteer experience and assist in the long-term sustainability of our partner organizations throughout Latin America.

Year Founded

2009

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