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Hello Workawayers,
My name is Ibu Ria and I'm a mother of three daughters. For the past seven years, I've been working as a social activist, particularly focused on addressing the issues that children and teenagers in our area face. I reside in the rural area of Karangploso in Malang.
My family and I have ambitious goals for making our village a better place for kids. Unfortunately, our area is grappling with multiple problems, including a lack of awareness about the importance of education, early marriage leading to unprepared parents, and teenagers struggling with drug and smoking addiction. Our aim is to provide young people with fresh perspectives and ideas from people with diverse backgrounds so that they can build better futures.
As a Workawayer with us, you'll participate in our everyday activities, such as cooking, shopping, cleaning the house, and joining us in community events. We'll also take you on an adventure as a resident of Malang.
Our work is divided into two parts: school and village. We visit different schools daily to teach English and engage students in our campaign. In the evenings, we assist with community projects in the village.
Our social activities are self-funded through our travel business, "Good Holiday Indonesia." We'd love for you to also participate in the development of our company, whether as a social media influencer, web developer, or photographer.
We're excited to meet you and share our passion for helping young people in our community.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Teaching
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Travellers who participate in a cultural exchange with our family can expect free and fun trips:
1. Attend Traditional Dancing Class: Learn traditional dances and the history behind them.
2. Go around and pick Guava Fruit: Experience traditional farming methods and enjoy fresh, organic fruit.
3. Explore natural springs around our village: Learn about the significance of these natural resources to our community and enjoy their beauty.
4. Shop and cook traditional food: Visit a traditional market, learn about local ingredients, and cook traditional dishes with us.
5. Explore Rainbow Village: Learn about the history of this colorful and unique village and take photos to remember your experience.
6. Learn to make Batik: Learn about the traditional textile-making process and make your own Batik fabric to take home.
7. Learn Gamelan: Discover the traditional Javanese music and play the gamelan instruments.
Overall, travellers can benefit from a cultural exchange by gaining a deeper understanding of our culture, customs, and way of life, and developing a greater appreciation for diversity and inclusivity.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
As a Workawayer with us, you'll be asked to participate in a variety of tasks that will vary depending on our current needs. Here are some examples of tasks you may be asked to assist with:
Teaching English: We visit different schools every day to teach English to children and teenagers. You'll be asked to help with lessons and engage with students in fun and creative ways to make the learning process enjoyable and interactive.
Community projects: In the evenings, we work on various projects in the village, such as building new facilities, organizing events, or helping with cleanup efforts. You'll be asked to assist with these tasks and help us make a difference in the lives of our community members.
Social media: If you have skills in social media management, we'd love for you to help us develop our online presence and raise awareness of our cause.
Web development: If you have experience in web development, we'd appreciate your assistance in improving our website to showcase our work and attract more volunteers and supporters.
Overall, we're looking for individuals who are passionate about social issues and willing to get involved in our community-based initiatives. We value creativity, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn and grow. We hope that by working together, we can make a positive impact on the lives of the children and teenagers in our area.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
English, french
Accommodation
We offer simple family accommodation for our Workawayers. You will have your own room. You'll also have access to shared facilities such as the kitchen, bathroom, and living areas.
Our accommodation is basic but comfortable, with clean and cozy rooms that provide a warm and welcoming environment. You'll stay with our family, and we'll treat you as part of our family during your stay. We'll share meals and stories, and you'll have the opportunity to experience the local culture and way of life firsthand.
We believe that by staying with us, you'll have a more authentic and meaningful experience, as you'll be immersed in our daily routine and community activities. We'll also be able to provide you with guidance and support throughout your stay, and answer any questions you may have about the local area or our projects.
We will provide free breakfast and dinner, which consists of traditional Indonesian cuisine. If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare suitable meals for you. For example, if you are a vegetarian or cannot tolerate spicy food.
If our meals do not suit your taste, there are also many restaurants in the area where you can dine.
What else ...
Transportation from the train or bus station to our house is easy to arrange. Travellers can order a motorcycle or car through online transportation services, such as Go-Jek or Grab. We can also provide assistance with arranging transportation if needed.
During free times, Good Holiday Indonesia offers paid trips to popular destinations in East Java that also contribute to our social causes. These destinations include:
Bromo Trip: Hike to the top of Mount Bromo and experience stunning views of the sunrise.
Ijen Trip: Visit the Ijen crater and witness the famous blue fire phenomenon.
Tumpak Sewu Waterfall Trip: Explore the beautiful Tumpak Sewu waterfall and enjoy the surrounding nature.
Paragliding Trip: Experience the thrill of paragliding while enjoying stunning views of East Java.
Rafting Trip: Raft down the rapids of a local river and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way.
We can provide tour or help you rent a motorcycle to explore these destinations on your own.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Our internet wifi are stable. It will be good for your working need.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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We extend our heartfelt gratitude for choosing our Bromo and Tumpak Sewu Waterfall tour. Your… read more
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We extend our heartfelt gratitude for choosing our Bromo and Tumpak Sewu Waterfall tour. Your… read more
Her daring adventure became a captivating story for our school students.… read more
Despoina's compassionate… read more
Her expertise in classroom management is truly commendable. She… read more
His story is nothing short of remarkable, a tale of relentless pursuit of his dreams. His… read more
The organization and assistance was great and truly helped the whole experience and helping of the kids flow. Everyday we had different schools, lesssons and goals and it was so… read more
I stayed at Ria's house for a few days and Hana's place for the rest. We went to different school everyday and each class lasts for 1-2 hours. Ria comes up with subject based on the… read more
I stayed two weeks and have done so much. We visited schools, women's community and orphanage. Each one was unique and gave me so much joy. I felt appreciated and impactful to the kids and women that I met. I learned so much from them. How to be grateful, kind and also present/teach better. The kids as… read more
Lisa is dedicated to teaching in… read more
She is one of the most spontaneous volunteers we've had. Ola brings a wealth of ideas to liven up our classes. Despite dealing with students at a lower English proficiency level, she manages to connect with them in various ways, showcasing her remarkable creativity.
Ola has also been instrumental in teaching us… read more
Sadly Ria was busy when I reached Surabaya and I had to make my own way to Malang instead of the transport that Ria had arranged. But Ria linked my up with her friend Ari and when I reached Malang, Ari's… read more
In the words of Dr.… read more
Louis's experience in scouting has given him creative skills that he uses to engage our… read more
Once… read more
The most important thing Conny did was when she became a teacher at one of the junior high schools that we work… read more
During their stay here, they visited several schools, from elementary to junior high school. They taught children about numbers and how to introduce… read more
Ria and her family are the kindest people, always ready to help you, making you feel welcome and they even organized little tours around the area to a flower markets, paragliding, cooking class.
I worked few hours a… read more
First of all - The Good Village Project:
During my time I spoke with a lot of students and teachers and Ria herself and this project is genuinely doing so much for this community. Seeing people travelling and speaking English gives the kids a… read more
I was teaching kids the very basics of English such as introductions and numbers. Ria is doing an important job which deserves a lot of appreciation and support.
The classes were not very long but varied a lot. Sometimes it was hard to get the… read more
Thank you for accepting us and all the best!
In addition to the teaching Ria was kind enough to organise a little tour around a Tempe factory, helping her friends… read more
I had really good conversations with Ria. And she has an adorable family.
About the voluntary work, i was quite disapointed, because I almost didnt do any… read more
I really loved joining classes and having a fun at kindergarten, primary school, vocational school, and community classes. I also loved every conversation with Ria about local movements and so on. Most importantly, it was great that she gave me many opportunities to see and touch such a lot… read more
I have… read more
