Mente Argentina- Emergency Housing Construction Position

Program Description

As a volunteer, you will be able to provide direct assistance for an international aid organization. You will work towards building emergency housing and shelter for underprivileged and impoverished families. You will work as a team to construct housing, conduct site evaluations to observe the local community, and create plans on how to match needs and resources.

Gain an insider’s appreciation for the importance of construction, infrastructure, and development as you learn about the challenges facing supply and demand. Volunteers will become informed about multiple levels of aid organizations and the resources required in building a viable project.

This is an ideal position for anyone who is interested in exploring solutions for eliminating poverty and who are fascinated in hands-on work and management.

Highlights

1. Current college students and recent graduates with an interest in emergency relief are excellent candidates for this position

2. Participants will grow their global understanding and increase knowledge of the Latin American lifestyle

3. Work towards a collective aim with community members and other participants from diverse circumstances

4. Become immersed in the daily activities of a multicultural organization

5. Learn vocabulary and Spanish phrases that are directly associated with emergency support

Qualifications

No experience required
Interest in NGOs and other aid organizations

Volunteer Types

What`s Included

* Customized volunteer placement that specifically meets your needs and goals
* Accommodation in a Shared Apartment located in Palermo, Barrio Norte or Recoleta - All utilities included: Electricity, water, gas, maid service, linens and towels, Wi-Fi Internet, building taxes, city taxes, cable TV, line telephone
* Advice & Assistance with Visa Requirements: We will advise you on what to bring, how to apply, what to expect and we will help you during the entire process.
* Welcome Package: On your arrival you will receive the Mente Argentina welcome package containing the Mente Argentina bag, Mente Argentina welcome guide, a mate, maps, cell Phone, city guide and much more!
* Airport Pick up and Drop off: Your program coordinator will be waiting for you at the accommodation to brief you about the program and to take you to your apartment.
* Free Cell Phone: USD 50 Security Deposit is required
* Free Gym Membership
* 24 hr. On-Site Support: We are here to help you in case you need us!

* Activities included in the program fee (at no extra charge):

- Buenos Aires City Tour
- Tigre and Delta Tour
- La Boca, San Telmo & Puerto Madero Tour
- Tango Lessons
- La Bomba Percussion show
- Buenos Aires Pub Crawl
- Buenos Aires Graffiti
- Mente Argentina Nights and Much More