Mente Argentina- International Volunteer Program in Buenos Aires

Program Description

Mente Argentina provides an International Volunteer Program based in Buenos Aires. This program was created to support local communities and to provide a cultural exchange with program participants.

During the program, participants will be able to assist with local projects that are aimed at improving the environment and the living situations of the local community. Participants will also be able to live like a local and establish relationships while immersing themselves in Argentine culture. Mente Argentina works with volunteer organizations and NGOs to provide volunteers with a wide range of possible positions. Some of these include working with children, helping in education, HIV/AIDS counseling, and medical/healthcare work.

Regardless of the type of position, volunteers will be able to learn from the local people and experience the wonderful country of Argentina.

Highlights

- Enjoy working with a local groups in difficult scenarios in order to improve their overall life and comfort
- Experience cultural immersion as you learn to work with people from a different community
- Contribute to current projects that bridge cultural, social, and economic gaps that currently occurs in Argentina
- Partner with people from a variety of backgrounds to work towards a common goal
- Volunteers will promote cross-cultural understanding to help foster global awareness

Qualifications

No previous experience required.

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 airport 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 & Many More