166 Projets Trouvés
LIBRARY VOLUNTEER
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- SOCI
- KIDS
- VINLMTV26-09-A
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
780 Frais supp : 780 EUR
Remarque
The Program fee changes as per the volunteering durations. Refer with https://www.volunteersinitiativenepal.org/affordable-volunteer-program-fees/ , payable upon arrival at the VIN Office. Okhaldhunga (250KM) Placement cost 200 EUR extra for transportation.
- Code : VINLMTV26-09-A
- Dispo : 10M / 10F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 70
PARTENAIRE
A library provides resources and services to meet the needs of individuals for educational and personal development purposes. It provides a healthy environment for learning to people from varied backgrounds.The NaraTika CLC library serves as main source of information for the community in Okhladunga. The library is equipped with diverse range of subject specific books and reading materials i friendly and informative to students, teachers, children,youth and other various age group of people.
TRAVAIL
ActivitiesCataloguing books and other printed materials, keep the library clean and tidy, help visitors to find books and other resources available, check out any books and keep records updated.Visit community and schools to conduct mobile library activities and provide information about the library and facilities available so that the people will be motivated to use the library.Invite children/ community people and provide available resourcesConduct different library related activities- like, reading stories, conducting quizzes
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag.
SITUATION
Siddhicharan Municipality, Ward 2, Nisankhe-Nestled in Okhaldhunga district, about 250 km from Kathmandu. -Accessible via local jeep (8i10 hours). -Scenic hills, fertile farmland, and dense forests surround it. For more details about the region, visit www.ntchc.org.VIN also organizes weekend travel tours to Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, and Nagarkot at an additional cost if you are interested.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
We accept volunteers twice monthly, on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. You are required to arrive a day before your project start date. -Basic English should be spoken among the participants – Physically sound as per the project requirements.
HEALTH AND WELLBEING
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- SOCI
- VINLMTV26-04-C
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
580 Frais supp : 580 EUR
Remarque
The Program fee changes as per the volunteering durations. Refer with https://www.volunteersinitiativenepal.org/affordable-volunteer-program-fees/ , payable upon arrival at the VIN Office. Okhaldhunga (250KM) Placement cost 200 EUR extra for transportation, Also Hospital Placement cost extra 100 EUR
- Code : VINLMTV26-04-C
- Dispo : 10M / 10F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 70
PARTENAIRE
As one of the world s poorest countries, Nepal faces many challenges to public health. In the rural communities, the government offers few facilities to support the health of its people. Illiterate, many people do not have the means to change their health, sanitation and hygiene practices and remain unaware of the major health risks and how to minimize them. Nepal also lacks efficient mental health services with limited diagnostic, treatment and availability of human resources to address mental health issues. This project will help promote healthy lifestyle in terms of physical and mental being.
TRAVAIL
Daily Activities-Facilitate workshops on healthy living, such as foods, diet and nutrition.-Reach out to different groups of children and women to facilitate dance sessions or meditation classes.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag.
SITUATION
Jitpurphedi is a community in Tarakeshwor Municipality, located 10-15 km from Kathmandu s main ring road, surrounded by hills, fields, and woods. You can go sightseeing at various sites around the community. Siddhicharan Municipality, Ward 2, Nisankhe-Nestled in Okhaldhunga district, about 250 km from Kathmandu. -Accessible via local jeep (8i10 hours). -Scenic hills, fertile farmland, and dense forests surround it. For more details about the region, visit www.ntchc.org.VIN also organizes weekend travel tours to Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, and Nagarkot at an additional cost if you are interested.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
We accept volunteers twice monthly, on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. You are required to arrive a day before your project start date. -Basic English should be spoken among the participants – Physically sound as per the project requirements.
GRANT WRITER AND FUNDRAISER
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- SOCI
- VINLMTV26-10-E
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
580 Frais supp : 580 EUR
Remarque
The Program fee changes as per the volunteering durations. Refer with https://www.volunteersinitiativenepal.org/affordable-volunteer-program-fees/ , payable upon arrival at the VIN Office. Okhaldhunga (250KM) Placement cost 200 EUR extra for transportation.
- Code : VINLMTV26-10-E
- Dispo : 10M / 10F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 70
PARTENAIRE
VIN s fundraising and grants writing project focuses primarily on securing much- needed resources for the continual support of its different projects in aid of marginalized communities in Nepal. This project is an excellent way for you to combine your writing skills with another side of you that seeks to do something good or charitable for the greater community.
TRAVAIL
Your Role-Write comprehensive grant proposals that will be sent to numerous organizations.-Conduct research on possible donors.-Fundraise
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag.
SITUATION
Volunteers Initiative Nepal (VIN) is located at Naya Bazaar Marg, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal.VIN also organizes weekend travel tours to Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, and Nagarkot at an additional cost if you are interested.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
We accept volunteers twice monthly, on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. You are required to arrive a day before your project start date. -Basic English should be spoken among the participants – Physically sound as per the project requirements.
TEACHING ENGLISH AT BUDDHIST MONASTERY
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- KIDS
- CULT
- VINLMTV26-07-A
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
680 Frais supp : 680 EUR
Remarque
The Program fee changes as per the volunteering durations. Refer with https://www.volunteersinitiativenepal.org/affordable-volunteer-program-fees/ , payable upon arrival at the VIN Office. Monastery Placement cost 200 EUR extra for transportation.
- Code : VINLMTV26-07-A
- Dispo : 10M / 10F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 70
PARTENAIRE
VIN s Teaching English at Buddhist monastery/ nunnery project aims to give volunteers/interns a true taste of life at the monastery. It aims for an exchange between the religious members of a certain community and foreigners from a drastically different community that have just one thing in common: the eagerness to learn. You may learn about Buddhist culture, while the monks and nuns may learn the English language, an extremely important asset for them.
TRAVAIL
Possible Daily activities-Creating lesson plans for your daily teaching.-Teach regular English classes.-Interacting with the children of the Buddhist monastery.-Help the other teachers advance their English. Teach basic sanitation/hygiene.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
For this project the volunteer is accommodated in the monastery itself along with 3 simple meals is provide in the monastery.
SITUATION
The Monasteries associated with VIN is located at the periphery of Kathmandu Valley.VIN also organizes weekend travel tours to Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, and Nagarkot at an additional cost if you are interested.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
We accept volunteers twice monthly, on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. You are required to arrive a day before your project start date. -Basic English should be spoken among the participants – Physically sound as per the project requirements.
YOUTH CLUB AND LIFE SKILLS
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- SOCI
- LEAD
- VINLMTV26-02-A
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
580 Frais supp : 580 EUR
Remarque
The Program fee changes as per the volunteering durations. Refer with https://www.volunteersinitiativenepal.org/affordable-volunteer-program-fees/ , payable upon arrival at the VIN Office. Okhaldhunga (250KM) Placement cost 200 EUR extra for transportation.
- Code : VINLMTV26-02-A
- Dispo : 10M / 10F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 70
PARTENAIRE
VIN s youth clubs are co-curricular projects set up for youth of 16 years of age and above. This is pro- vided for the youth and aims to foster teamwork, life skills, develop creativity, organization/planning, awareness of community issues such as health, the environment, and human rights. Additionally, this project aims to help them apply what they have learnt in the classroom to real life situations. Would you like to inspire and spur on the emerging generation of Nepal? Here s your chance.
TRAVAIL
Daily Activities-Hold workshops that deal with leadership training, life skills, and other ways to empower youth.-Organize creative activities oriented around formal debate on issues such aspromoting/protecting human rights and solutions for the community.-Facilitate the learning of English and job-hunting skills through stimulating
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag.
SITUATION
Jitpurphedi is a community in Tarakeshwor Municipality, located 10-15 km from Kathmandu s main ring road, surrounded by hills, fields, and woods. You can go sightseeing at various sites around the community. Siddhicharan Municipality, Ward 2, Nisankhe-Nestled in Okhaldhunga district, about 250 km from Kathmandu. -Accessible via local jeep (8i10 hours). -Scenic hills, fertile farmland, and dense forests surround it. For more details about the region, visit www.ntchc.org.VIN also organizes weekend travel tours to Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, and Nagarkot at an additional cost if you are interested.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
We accept volunteers twice monthly, on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. You are required to arrive a day before your project start date. -Basic English should be spoken among the participants – Physically sound as per the project requirements.
CHILDREN S ACTIVITY FACILITATOR
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- KIDS
- VINLMTV26-09-B
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
780 Frais supp : 780 EUR
Remarque
The Program fee changes as per the volunteering durations. Refer with https://www.volunteersinitiativenepal.org/affordable-volunteer-program-fees/ , payable upon arrival at the VIN Office. Okhaldhunga (250KM) Placement cost 200 EUR extra for transportation.
- Code : VINLMTV26-09-B
- Dispo : 10M / 10F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 70
PARTENAIRE
The Children s Center at CLC attempts to make learning fun for children. It will cater to children 5 to 8 In the center, we have basic children s books, games, coloring books, crayons available which will help kids with learning and exploring their innate intelligence and creativity. It has also audio visual materials like television, speakers available for the children. You may also collect and bring some resources with you. As a volunteer, you will be able to organize a variety of events activities for children.
TRAVAIL
Your rolesYour role includes helping to set up and tidy up rooms, get involved and lead on activities such as storytelling followed by hands on activities like drawing, arts and crafts, games. Interact with children and their parents on their learning needs.Visit community schools and conduct mobile library activities to provide information about the library and the facilities available in the children center.Conduct activities for supporting intellectually disablechildren. Raise funds and resources needed for the center.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag.
SITUATION
Siddhicharan Municipality, Ward 2, Nisankhe-Nestled in Okhaldhunga district, about 250 km from Kathmandu. -Accessible via local jeep (8i10 hours). -Scenic hills, fertile farmland, and dense forests surround it. For more details about the region, visit www.ntchc.org.VIN also organizes weekend travel tours to Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, and Nagarkot at an additional cost if you are interested.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
We accept volunteers twice monthly, on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. You are required to arrive a day before your project start date. -Basic English should be spoken among the participants – Physically sound as per the project requirements.
PUBLIC HEALTH RESEARCH
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- SOCI
- VINLMTV26-04-D
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
580 Frais supp : 580 EUR
Remarque
The Program fee changes as per the volunteering durations https://www.volunteersinitiativenepal.org/affordable-volunteer-program-fees/ , payable upon arrival at the VIN Office. Okhaldhunga 200 EUR ext
- Code : VINLMTV26-04-D
- Dispo : 10M / 10F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 70
PARTENAIRE
Providing access to healthcare and sanitation in order to keep the population thriving, is key. At VIN we want to create awareness in local communities by teaching and educating rural communities as well as facilitating first hand medical care.Nepal faces many challenges when it comes to public health and that is why VIN organizes FREE mobile health clinics to provide health checkup facilities to the community members in their own wards. These clinics target primary level school children, serious illness, chronic illness and elderly patients.
TRAVAIL
Your Role-Prepare research proposals and tools, get involved in research activities such as hygienestatus of schools, infectious diseases prevention practices etc.-Prepare and develop report of the findings with recommendations.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag.
SITUATION
Jitpurphedi is a community in Tarakeshwor Municipality, located 10-15 km from Kathmandu s main ring road, surrounded by hills, fields, and woods. You can go sightseeing at various sites around the community. Siddhicharan Municipality, Ward 2, Nisankhe-Nestled in Okhaldhunga district, about 250 km from Kathmandu. -Accessible via local jeep (8i10 hours). -Scenic hills, fertile farmland, and dense forests surround it. For more details about the region, visit www.ntchc.org.VIN also organizes weekend travel tours to Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, and Nagarkot at an additional cost if you are interested.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
We accept volunteers twice monthly, on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. You are required to arrive a day before your project start date. -Basic English should be spoken among the participants – Physically sound as per the project requirements.
WEBSITE
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- SOCI
- VINLMTV26-10-F
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
580 Frais supp : 580 EUR
Remarque
The Program fee changes as per the volunteering durations. Refer with https://www.volunteersinitiativenepal.org/affordable-volunteer-program-fees/ , payable upon arrival at the VIN Office. Okhaldhunga (250KM) Placement cost 200 EUR extra for transportation.
- Code : VINLMTV26-10-F
- Dispo : 10M / 10F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 70
PARTENAIRE
VIN is looking for a Website and Search Engine Optimization professional to volunteer or work as an intern to help to redesign and optimize its webpage. This is a great opportunity for you to use your expertise and gain experience in the field and support marginalizedcommunities in Nepal. You ll also find opportunity to immerse yourself into the captivating beauty and alluring culture of Nepal. You do not need to be present in Nepal for this project.
TRAVAIL
Your Role-Develop and maintain VIN s websites and related on-line applications.-Optimization of website. Ensure web site runs smoothly and features function properly and undertake troubleshooting of web site.-Train local people in creating user-friendly websites.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag.
SITUATION
Volunteers Initiative Nepal (VIN) is located at Naya Bazaar Marg, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal.VIN also organizes weekend travel tours to Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, and Nagarkot at an additional cost if you are interested.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
We accept volunteers twice monthly, on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. You are required to arrive a day before your project start date. -Basic English should be spoken among the participants – Physically sound as per the project requirements.
TEACHING ENGLISH AT COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- KIDS
- VINLMTV26-07-B
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
580 Frais supp : 580 EUR
Remarque
The Program fee changes as per the volunteering durations. Refer with https://www.volunteersinitiativenepal.org/affordable-volunteer-program-fees/ , payable upon arrival at the VIN Office. Okhaldhunga Placement cost 200 EUR extra for transportation.
- Code : VINLMTV26-07-B
- Dispo : 10M / 10F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 70
PARTENAIRE
VIN s teachinginNepali-CommunitySchools project targets international volunteers or interns who are looking to take part in a hands-on Nepali classroom experience. With your help, VIN hopes todeliverthechildrenandtheirlocal communities a crucial life skill:speaking English. This life skill, if acquired willtake the Nepali people much further [Due to school holidays these projects will remain closed during the months January and sometimes in April, July and October. You are encouraged to take part in the winter camps in January. There are also other VIN projects.
TRAVAIL
Possible Daily activities-Creating lesson plans for your daily teaching.-Teach regular English classes and other subjects.-Interacting with the children of the local community.-Helping the other teachers advance their English.-Create local teaching resources with local teachers.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag.
SITUATION
Jitpurphedi is a community in Tarakeshwor Municipality, located 10-15 km from Kathmandu s main ring road, surrounded by hills, fields, and woods. You can go sightseeing at various sites around the community. Siddhicharan Municipality, Ward 2, Nisankhe-Nestled in Okhaldhunga district, about 250 km from Kathmandu. -Accessible via local jeep (8i10 hours). -Scenic hills, fertile farmland, and dense forests surround it. For more details about the region, visit www.ntchc.org.VIN also organizes weekend travel tours to Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, and Nagarkot at an additional cost if you are interested.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
We accept volunteers twice monthly, on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. You are required to arrive a day before your project start date. -Basic English should be spoken among the participants – Physically sound as per the project requirements.
YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- SOCI
- VINLMTV26-02-B
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
580 Frais supp : 580 EUR
Remarque
The Program fee changes as per the volunteering durations. Refer with https://www.volunteersinitiativenepal.org/affordable-volunteer-program-fees/ , payable upon arrival at the VIN Office. Okhaldhunga (250KM) Placement cost 200 EUR extra for transportation.
- Code : VINLMTV26-02-B
- Dispo : 10M / 10F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 70
PARTENAIRE
Youth Entrepreneurship Program is one of the major projects of Youth Empowerment project of VIN. The main objective of this program is to train young people of Nepal to become independent, support and run small business of their own by utilizing local resources with calculated risk. According to the need of local community, we have to conduct workshop for business development plan as well as specific income generating trainings like plumbing, electric wiring, beautician, handicraft, organic farming etc.
TRAVAIL
Daily Activities-Conduct research to identify scope of entrepreneurship at local community.-Hold workshops on development of business plan including marketing plans, financial planning, record keeping and business registration.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag.
SITUATION
Jitpurphedi is a community in Tarakeshwor Municipality, located 10-15 km from Kathmandu s main ring road, surrounded by hills, fields, and woods. You can go sightseeing at various sites around the community. Siddhicharan Municipality, Ward 2, Nisankhe-Nestled in Okhaldhunga district, about 250 km from Kathmandu. -Accessible via local jeep (8i10 hours). -Scenic hills, fertile farmland, and dense forests surround it. For more details about the region, visit www.ntchc.org.VIN also organizes weekend travel tours to Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, and Nagarkot at an additional cost if you are interested.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
We accept volunteers twice monthly, on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. You are required to arrive a day before your project start date. -Basic English should be spoken among the participants – Physically sound as per the project requirements.
COMPUTER LAB VOLUNTEER
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- KIDS
- VINLMTV26-09-C
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
780 Frais supp : 780 EUR
Remarque
The Program fee changes as per the volunteering durations. Refer with https://www.volunteersinitiativenepal.org/affordable-volunteer-program-fees/ , payable upon arrival at the VIN Office. Okhaldhunga (250KM) Placement cost 200 EUR extra for transportation.
- Code : VINLMTV26-09-C
- Dispo : 10M / 10F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 70
PARTENAIRE
Computer knowledge and skills has become an essential part of our life in the present context. In today s world, having IT and computer skills are being considered as life skills. In remote communities of Nepal, people even have not got chance to see computers. Having computer skills is a far dream for the people there. NTCLC which is located in remote area, now is equipped with computers with internet available.As a computer lab instructor volunteer you will use the Community Learning Centre laptops to facilitate computer classes to the public, especially women, youths and children. Ideally volunteers should have a passion for computers, teaching and good interpersonal skills.
TRAVAIL
Your role Design and teach basic of computer science, how to use computer and Microsoft Office. Develop a long term need based course packages for those children and youth.Visit schools and community to raise awareness on the use of computer skills. Conduct need assessment on the use of computer skills for local people on their work promotion.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag.
SITUATION
Siddhicharan Municipality, Ward 2, Nisankhe-Nestled in Okhaldhunga district, about 250 km from Kathmandu. -Accessible via local jeep (8i10 hours). -Scenic hills, fertile farmland, and dense forests surround it. For more details about the region, visit www.ntchc.org.VIN also organizes weekend travel tours to Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, and Nagarkot at an additional cost if you are interested.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
We accept volunteers twice monthly, on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. You are required to arrive a day before your project start date. -Basic English should be spoken among the participants – Physically sound as per the project requirements.
PERMACULTURE
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- ENVI
- AGRI
- VINLMTV26-05-A
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
780 Frais supp : 780 EUR
Remarque
The Program fee changes as per the volunteering durations https://www.volunteersinitiativenepal.org/affordable-volunteer-program-fees/ , payable upon arrival at the VIN Office. Okhaldhunga only
- Code : VINLMTV26-05-A
- Dispo : 10M / 10F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 70
PARTENAIRE
Agriculture provides subsistence and employment for 80 of the population of Nepal, accounting for approximately 39 to the total GDP. The development of the sector is crucial for the empowerment of those who rely upon it and for the national economy. Since Nepal is in Himalayan region, it has been badly affected by the Climate Change The sources of water are drying; new types of moths / insects are in existence; the crop cultivation time changed, unexpected change in climate, unpredictable rainfall, draughts etc. are the result of global warming Nepalese farmers facing.Permaculture uses small and slow solutions because they are easier to manage than bigger solutions, and they allow for the use of local resources leading to more sustainable outcomes. While this may not always be feasible- sometimes we need big and fast solutions to solve some of society s greatest problems- this principle can potentially be a valuable tool for problem solving.
TRAVAIL
Daily Activities-As a volunteer, you will be working with the farmers who are trained by VINIn permaculture.-The work usually is hands on like designing the farm based on the permaculture principles i cultivating crops, weeding, irrigating etc.-Train more farmers on permaculture practices and help them practically to implement.-Support farmers in making organic fertilizers like compost
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag.
SITUATION
location and leisureJitpurphedi is a community in Tarakeshwor Municipality, located 10-15 km from Kathmandu s main ring road, surrounded by hills, fields, and woods. You can go sightseeing at various sites around the community. Siddhicharan Municipality, Ward 2, Nisankhe-Nestled in Okhaldhunga district, about 250 km from Kathmandu. -Accessible via local jeep (8i10 hours). -Scenic hills, fertile farmland, and dense forests surround it. For more details about the region, visit www.ntchc.org.VIN also organizes weekend travel tours to Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, and Nagarkot at an additional cost if you are interested.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
We accept volunteers twice monthly, on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. You are required to arrive a day before your project start date. -Basic English should be spoken among the participants – Physically sound as per the project requirements.
PROMOTIONAL VOLUNTEER
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- SOCI
- VINLMTV26-10-G
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
The Program fee changes as per the volunteering durations. Refer with https://www.volunteersinitiativenepal.org/affordable-volunteer-program-fees/ , payable upon arrival at the VIN Office. Okhaldhunga (250KM) Placement cost 200 EUR extra for transportation.
- Code : VINLMTV26-10-G
- Dispo : 10M / 10F
- Langue du Projet : ENG / ENG
- Age : 18 - 70
PARTENAIRE
The western nations have a long and well established history of volunteerism. The concept of volunteerism evolved in Europe in an institutionalized form after the series of war, devastating world wars. The people united together and helped each other to rise after the devastation of war. The volunteerism is deep rooted in our religion and culture in the oriental country like Nepal but yet to be institutionalized like in the west. Paati-pauwa, Dharmashala were the ancient practices of volunteerism in Nepal.In the western country Volunteerism is an essential part of life and is crucial in individual s career. We seek volunteer who is motivated to promote volunteerism in Nepal. The volunteer will visit various communities, universities, schools, colleges and orient students, teachers on the importance of volunteerism to help people in need.
TRAVAIL
Roles-Find universities colleges of social work, social-Createpresentationsandinformationmaterials withthebestpracticesof volunteerism in human civilization.-Give presentations to community people, students, teachers on the importance and need ofvolunteerism.-To promote Long-midterm project, work camp projects among the universities, colleges.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
The volunteers will stay with the host family/hostel identified by VIN. The living facilities are simple and basic. Male and female volunteers will share the same living area with separate rooms. The volunteers sleep on simple beds/mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag.
SITUATION
Volunteers Initiative Nepal (VIN) is located at Naya Bazaar Marg, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal.VIN also organizes weekend travel tours to Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara, and Nagarkot at an additional cost if you are interested.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
We accept volunteers twice monthly, on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. You are required to arrive a day before your project start date. -Basic English should be spoken among the participants – Physically sound as per the project requirements.
SHINTOKU
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- ENVI
- SOCI
- AGRI
- NICE-26L-ST03
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
72000 Frais supp : 72000 JPY
Remarque
Study theme - Learn about organic farming, taking care of animals such as cows, chickens. Learn a group work with various types of people. Participation fee - 36,000 JPY (200 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) for MTV (30-182 days participation) and 72,000 JPY (400 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) for LTV (over 182 days participation) of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation and coordination such as the transportation of the staff/ camp leaders, visa invitation cost, publications, etc. while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free. Other - The first and last 2 days are On Arrival and Evaluation Seminars in Yokohama. Shintoku Farm website=https://www.kyodogakusha.org/ (only in Japanese)
- Code : NICE-26L-ST03
- Dispo : / 1F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGs 10 (Reduced Inequalities), organized together with Kyodo Gakusha (since 1998 here), a cooperative community where people with various backgrounds such as mentally disadvantaged, people who are tired of city life, who want to learn farming, who want to live in the nature, etc. They have 5 communities in Japan incl. Shintoku and grow animals and vegetables in an ecological, organic way. At Shintoku farm in Hokkaido, they grow cows, pigs, vegetables with utilizing bacterium and produce various types of milk products as well as running the cafe (soft cream and cakes are so yummy) which is a popular spot for the local people and tourists. Their cheese got the best prize in the World contest for the mountain cheese The project has been revived this year since 2019.Outcome of this project: So many vols. have joined this community and greatly contributed both physically and mentally. There is even a case to marry one of the community members:) Please see the long term goal of this project as Local SDGs at https://www.slideshare.net/nice-workcamp/n0-68540773 (only Japanese for the moment, but you can at least enjoy the pictures)
TRAVAIL
Volunteers will, together with the community members, mainly do 1) Agricultural work (planting, weeding, cultivating and harvesting of the organic vegetables, taking care of animals, cleaning the animal houses, etc.), 2) House work (cooking and cleanings) and possibly 3) Assisting the cheese production, running the cafeteria, handcrafts and textiles. Be ready to do what will be needed
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Share the rooms in the facility which the community members live in. Cooking with the members by turn (Vegetarian is possible if it s prepared by volunteer self). Wifi is available.
SITUATION
Shintoku town is an agricultural country side with big scale of nature and farms, at the foot of Mt. Milk and located in the center of Hokkaido island, near Obihiro and 120 km east of Sapporo. -20 degree in winter and 20 in summer. Other activities – Monthly birthday parties. Sightseeing (hot springs, famous places in this area).
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Only female Motivation letter is needed. Interest and motivation to work and live in this type of community. Respect to their life. Some levels of Japanese speaking skills as well as high motivation to learn and speak Japanese language is needed. Skills of agriculture or construction can be useful
SHINTOKU
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- ENVI
- SOCI
- AGRI
- NICE-26L-ST04
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
72000 Frais supp : 72000 JPY
Remarque
Study theme - Learn about organic farming, taking care of animals such as cows, chickens. Learn a group work with various types of people. Participation fee - 36,000 JPY (200 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) for MTV (30-182 days participation) and 72,000 JPY (400 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) for LTV (over 182 days participation) of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation and coordination such as the transportation of the staff/ camp leaders, visa invitation cost, publications, etc. while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free. Other - The first and last 2 days are On Arrival and Evaluation Seminars in Yokohama. Shintoku Farm website=https://www.kyodogakusha.org/ (only in Japanese)
- Code : NICE-26L-ST04
- Dispo : / 1F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGs 10 (Reduced Inequalities), organized together with Kyodo Gakusha (since 1998 here), a cooperative community where people with various backgrounds such as mentally disadvantaged, people who are tired of city life, who want to learn farming, who want to live in the nature, etc. They have 5 communities in Japan incl. Shintoku and grow animals and vegetables in an ecological, organic way. At Shintoku farm in Hokkaido, they grow cows, pigs, vegetables with utilizing bacterium and produce various types of milk products as well as running the cafe (soft cream and cakes are so yummy) which is a popular spot for the local people and tourists. Their cheese got the best prize in the World contest for the mountain cheese The project has been revived this year since 2019.Outcome of this project: So many vols. have joined this community and greatly contributed both physically and mentally. There is even a case to marry one of the community members:) Please see the long term goal of this project as Local SDGs at https://www.slideshare.net/nice-workcamp/n0-68540773 (only Japanese for the moment, but you can at least enjoy the pictures)
TRAVAIL
Volunteers will, together with the community members, mainly do 1) Agricultural work (planting, weeding, cultivating and harvesting of the organic vegetables, taking care of animals, cleaning the animal houses, etc.), 2) House work (cooking and cleanings) and possibly 3) Assisting the cheese production, running the cafeteria, handcrafts and textiles. Be ready to do what will be needed
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Share the rooms in the facility which the community members live in. Cooking with the members by turn (Vegetarian is possible if it s prepared by volunteer self). Wifi is available.
SITUATION
Shintoku town is an agricultural country side with big scale of nature and farms, at the foot of Mt. Milk and located in the center of Hokkaido island, near Obihiro and 120 km east of Sapporo. -20 degree in winter and 20 in summer. Other activities – Monthly birthday parties. Sightseeing (hot springs, famous places in this area).
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Only female Motivation letter is needed. Interest and motivation to work and live in this type of community. Respect to their life. Some levels of Japanese speaking skills as well as high motivation to learn and speak Japanese language is needed. Skills of agriculture or construction can be useful
MULTIPLYING OPPORTUNITIES FOR VOLUNTEERS ENGAGEMEN
- chantiers 1-3 semaines
- CAT00ESCLT26
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
Remarque
TO APPLY, please fill in this form: https://forms.gle/oXzfdyMLPoLuySZP7DEADLINE: October 19th 2025
- Code : CAT00ESCLT26
- Dispo : 1M / 2F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 18 - 30
PARTENAIRE
COCAT is a platform organization that brings together international work camp organizations in Catalonia. It connects Catalan organizations that carry out activities in the social and educational field.Our main mission is to promote international volunteering as a tool for personal growth, community development, and social transformation. We foster international volunteering primarily through two approaches:- Sending Catalan volunteers abroad to participate in work camps, mid- and long-term projects (including ESC), training programs, and youth exchanges.- Hosting international volunteers in work camp projects organized by our member organizations in Catalonia.We are particularly committed to addressing inequalities and environmental issues. To this end, we:- Support young people with fewer opportunities, ensuring they can also benefit from these volunteering experiences.- Promote sustainable practices both within our projects in Catalonia and in the travel undertaken by volunteers for their projects.
TRAVAIL
COCAT is looking for volunteers to join our ESC project and provide support across the incoming, outgoing, and ESC areas. Volunteers will assist with the back-office tasks involved in hosting international volunteers in Catalonia, sending Catalan volunteers abroad, and promoting international mobility and long-term voluntary service opportunities at both local and international levels.Key responsibilities include:Promoting international voluntary service and creating promotional materials.Participating in informative sessions and training workshops.Updating COCATs blog and social media channels.Managing administrative tasks and supporting daily operations in the COCAT office in Barcelona.Volunteers will gain hands-on experience in international youth mobility projects while working closely with a motivated team in a dynamic office environment.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Volunteers will be responsible for finding accommodation in Barcelona, with COCAT providing support and guidance if needed. Depending on the rent of the chosen apartment, additional organizational support will be provided to cover food and transportation expenses. Barcelona is a vibrant and dynamic city, but its size, fast pace, and high cost of living can feel overwhelming at first. Newcomers may initially feel a bit lonely, and finding affordable accommodation can be really challenging. COCAT is committed to helping volunteers settle in and navigate these first steps, ensuring a smooth start to their experience.
SITUATION
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BESOIN SPÉCIAL
We are looking for volunteers who are highly motivated, proactive, and passionate about youth and voluntary projects. Ideal candidates will have experience in volunteering and back-office tasks, a good command of English, and an understanding that the role involves significant administrative responsibilities.Additional assets that will be positively valued include:Participation in workcamps or other international youth projects (youth exchanges, training courses, camp leaders…).Knowledge of Spanish and a willingness to learn Catalan.Interest or experience in communication and social media.Ability to work with foreign languages.This is an excellent opportunity for volunteers who enjoy combining administrative work with promoting international youth mobility and engaging with a diverse, international team.
TATEYA
- Moyen terme 3-6 mois
- ENVI
- SOCI
- AGRI
- NICE-26L-TT04
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
36000 Frais supp : 36000 JPY
Remarque
Study theme - Similar type of communities in each country and their networking Participation fee - 36,000 JPY (200 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) for MTV (30-182 days participation) and 72,000 JPY (400 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) for LTV (over 182 days participation) of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation and coordination such as the transportation of the staff/ camp leaders, visa invitation cost, publications, etc. while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free. Other - The first and last 2 days are On Arrival and Evaluation Seminars in Yokohama or Osaka.
- Code : NICE-26L-TT04
- Dispo : 1M / 2F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGs 10 (Reduced Inequalities), organized together with Kyodo Gakusha (since 2015 here), a cooperative community where about people with various backgrounds such as mentally disadvantaged, people who are tired of city life, who wants to learn farming, just want to live in the nature, etc. They have 5 communities in Tokyo, Nagano and Hokkaido and grow animals and vegetables in an ecological, organic way with utilizing bacterium and charcoal. Tateya Farm has 40 members and NICE started LMTV projects here since 2014. NICE also organizes workcamps and LMTV projects in Maki and Shintoku farms of Kyodo Gakusha.Outcome of this project: In 2025, 4 mid term volunteer for 1-2 months greatly contributed to harvest rice which was difficult to finish by the time they needed without volunteers There was also nice exchange between Community people and vols. through Yoga and Mindfulness. Please see the presentation of the camp leader for the IVS contest in Japan https://www.slideshare.net/nice-workcamp/e4-54764427 (only Japanese for the moment, but you can at least enjoy the pictures)
TRAVAIL
Volunteers will help their organic farm (harvesting/ threshing rice, planting vegetables, taking care of animals, etc.) and their house work especially cooking. Volunteers will also carry the things in the mountain to the Maki farm and harvest rice there. Be ready to work for quite a long time (06:00-18:00 with some brakes) and hard. It d be surely good exercise to make your body more healthy
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Shared room in the building for the volunteers and a few members, 5 min. walk from the farm. Meals will be cooked by volunteers together with the community people by turns. Sleeping bag is not necessary. There is limited Wifi.
SITUATION
Otari village is a small village located in the region of stunning natural beauty in the northern part of Nagano Prefecture, Japan. It is beautiful village near Japanese Northern Alps. It takes 40-50 min. by foot from Minami-Otari, the nearest train station. Other activities – Exchange program, Excursion on a free day (possibly to Hakuba, a famous tourism spot), etc.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Motivation letter is needed. Volunteers need to have good level of speaking for the daily conversations of English or Japanese and high motivation and patience to keep the hard, long and important work in the natural place, to respect the way of the local host and to learn and speak Japanese language is needed. No special skills nor experiences are needed.
AIZU WAKAMATSU
- Moyen terme 3-6 mois
- SOCI
- NICE-26L-AI06
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
36000 Frais supp : 36000 JPY
Remarque
Study theme - Volunteers will get knowledge of alternative school, children s social participation, child poverty in Japan. Participation fee - 36,000 JPY (200 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) for MTV (30-182 days participation) and 72,000 JPY (400 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) for LTV (over 182 days participation) of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation and coordination such as the transportation of the staff/ camp leaders, visa invitation cost, publications, etc. while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free. Other - The first and last 2 days are On Arrival and Evaluation Seminars in Yokohama.
- Code : NICE-26L-AI06
- Dispo : 1M / 1F
- Langue du Projet : JAP
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
This project is actively working for SDGs 1 (no poverty) and SDGs 4 (Quality Education), organized together with a local NPO, Terakoya Hojosha since 2008 that aims to create a diverse learning environment that places children at the center and aims to promote children s participation in society. Their mission is to support Children s participation in society and create a happy future for children. A characteristic of the learning at Terakoya Hojosya is that it attends to children s interests. The aim to create a happy future with children, each and every one of whom is important. In their all projects, it is importance on approving and affirming children and fostering a sense of self-affirmation, which is the children s energy, through their connections with others.
TRAVAIL
1) Supporting children s activities at affiliated kindergartens. 2) Learning support and cooking assistance at the Kodomo shokudo(The place where kids can eat for free or at a low cost with other people.). Specifically, homework and subject learning is provided to about 15 primary and junior high school students. They also assist in cooking dinner together with the staff. 3) Supporting for nature activities for kids(playing outside, cooking meals, preparing activities, etc.). Especially on weekends and during long holidays.
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Shared rooms in accommodation owned by the organization. It is different place with activity place. Men and women separated room. Cooking by yourself. Staffs also stay at the facility. No wifi in the accommodation (but there is wifi in activity place).
SITUATION
Aizu Wakamatsu city is called Samurai city. It is located in the eastern part of the Aizu region of Fukushima prefecture. It is the central city of Aizu region, surrounded by rich nature, including Mt. Bandai and Lake Inawashiro and blessed with natural scenery. The organization is located in an area with an atmosphere of Taisho era Romanticism. Winter season (Dec.-Mar.) is quite cold, so vols. need to bring warm cloths. Other activities – Join the local events, many opportunities to learn the local wisdom, etc. Sightseeing, short trip (hot springs, castle, famous places here).
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Motivation letter is needed Volunteers need to have some Japanese speaking skill (manage to have basic daily conversation), respect to the local culture and way of the local organization, positive attitude to communicate with children, being Interested alternative school, children s social patriation and child poverty, high motivation to work hard, open mind, cooperation with others.
TATEYA
- Long terme 6-12 mois
- ENVI
- SOCI
- AGRI
- NICE-26L-TT05
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
72000 Frais supp : 72000 JPY
Remarque
Study theme - Similar type of communities in each country and their networking Participation fee - 36,000 JPY (200 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) for MTV (30-182 days participation) and 72,000 JPY (400 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) for LTV (over 182 days participation) of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation and coordination such as the transportation of the staff/ camp leaders, visa invitation cost, publications, etc. while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free. Other - The first and last 2 days are On Arrival and Evaluation Seminars in Yokohama or Osaka.
- Code : NICE-26L-TT05
- Dispo : 1M / 2F
- Langue du Projet : ENG
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGs 10 (Reduced Inequalities), organized together with Kyodo Gakusha (since 2015 here), a cooperative community where about people with various backgrounds such as mentally disadvantaged, people who are tired of city life, who wants to learn farming, just want to live in the nature, etc. They have 5 communities in Tokyo, Nagano and Hokkaido and grow animals and vegetables in an ecological, organic way with utilizing bacterium and charcoal. Tateya Farm has 40 members and NICE started LMTV projects here since 2014. NICE also organizes workcamps and LMTV projects in Maki and Shintoku farms of Kyodo Gakusha.Outcome of this project: In 2025, 4 mid term volunteer for 1-2 months greatly contributed to harvest rice which was difficult to finish by the time they needed without volunteers There was also nice exchange between Community people and vols. through Yoga and Mindfulness. Please see the presentation of the camp leader for the IVS contest in Japan https://www.slideshare.net/nice-workcamp/e4-54764427 (only Japanese for the moment, but you can at least enjoy the pictures)
TRAVAIL
Volunteers will help their organic farm (harvesting/ threshing rice, planting vegetables, taking care of animals, etc.) and their house work especially cooking. Volunteers will also carry the things in the mountain to the Maki farm and harvest rice there. Be ready to work for quite a long time (06:00-18:00 with some brakes) and hard. It d be surely good exercise to make your body more healthy
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Shared room in the building for the volunteers and a few members, 5 min. walk from the farm. Meals will be cooked by volunteers together with the community people by turns. Sleeping bag is not necessary. There is limited Wifi.
SITUATION
Otari village is a small village located in the region of stunning natural beauty in the northern part of Nagano Prefecture, Japan. It is beautiful village near Japanese Northern Alps. It takes 40-50 min. by foot from Minami-Otari, the nearest train station. Other activities – Exchange program, Excursion on a free day (possibly to Hakuba, a famous tourism spot), etc.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Motivation letter is needed. Volunteers need to have good level of speaking for the daily conversations of English or Japanese and high motivation and patience to keep the hard, long and important work in the natural place, to respect the way of the local host and to learn and speak Japanese language is needed. No special skills nor experiences are needed.
GOKAYAMA
- Moyen terme 3-6 mois
- AGRI
- NICE-26L-GK02
150 Frais d’inscription : 150 EUR
36000 Frais supp : 36000 JPY
Remarque
Study theme - Volunteers will acquire knowledge and skills related to Gokayama s traditional architecture and thatching, as well as basic Japanese language and local culture. Participation fee - 36,000 JPY (200 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) for MTV (30-182 days participation) and 72,000 JPY (400 EUR by the rate on 2025 Nov. 3rd) for LTV (over 182 days participation) of NICE Volunteers fee need to be paid in advance either by Card or PayPal. This is used for the project preparation and coordination such as the transportation of the staff/ camp leaders, visa invitation cost, publications, etc. while the meals and the accommodation are provided by the local host by free. Other - The first and last 2 days are On Arrival and Evaluation Seminars in Yokohama. Follow the Instagram(@houbikisou) to see the volunteers daily activities.
- Code : NICE-26L-GK02
- Dispo : 1M / 1F
- Langue du Projet : JAP
- Age : 18 - 99
PARTENAIRE
This project is actively working for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDGs 15 (Life on Land), organized together with a local group Transition Village Gokayama from 2025.Houbikiso, a former lodging facility near the World Heritage site Suganuma Gassho-style Village, has been repurposed as a place to learn and practice living in harmony with the Gokayama climate, living using the wisdom of the past in a Gassho-style building, and living in which people, animals, and plants cxist and circulate. The hosts are making small changes to the place and building the community. Together with volunteers from Japan and around the world, they hope to pass on the local cultural traditions to future generations. Currently, due to the aging population, there are few people who can take care of the thatched roofs with their history (which are grown on the slopes of the mountain) or grow traditional vegetables.
TRAVAIL
The main tasks of the volunteers are 1. Cutting/Maintaining thatched grass (mountain areas) for repairing traditional roofs, 2. Farming some traditional vegetables and 3. Doing work for community
LOGEMENT & NOURRITURE
Volunteers share rooms or have your own rooms. Volunteers cook most of their own meals. Mobile phone signals may be weak. Compost toilets, kitchens, and shower rooms are available. Please bring your own sleeping bag. Please be prepared for very simple mountain life.
SITUATION
Gokayama and Suganuma village in the Hokuriku region of Japan is a World Heritage Site, a village of Gassho-style houses, and a special place where beautiful scenery changes with the seasons and traditional culture lives on. (https://maps.app.goo.gl/a7SWiKQgTDoWxBf17) Other activities – Partying with locals, hiking, hot springs, etc.
BESOIN SPÉCIAL
Must be interested in nature, farm work, and the traditional life of the area. Must be adaptable and enjoy a simple lifestyle. Must be highly motivated to work. Volunteers are expected to be able to speak some Japanese (daily conversation level).