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Description
This is a nonprofit located on the northern coast of Peru in Salaverry . Here we provide free surf, sand boarding and English classes for kids who do not have access to these opportunities due to their socio-economic status among other things. We are dedicated to uplifting the community by focusing on empowering the younger generation and providing children with opportunities that they may not have had otherwise. We provide them with a safe-space that promotes a positive lifestyle that can help prevent kids from getting into trouble and focus on enabling them socially, emotionally and intellectually.
In addition we engage in beach clean-ups, and other environmental and community building projects.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Babysitting and creative play
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Charity work
Photography
Plant care
Music
Art & design
Nature
Mountain
Dancing
Beach
Adventure sports
Drawing & painting
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will have the ability to be immersed in Peruvian culture and create meaningful and long-lasting relationships with kids in the area. Some of the kids we work with lead very different lives and have lived through experiences that may be very different than your own. This can really help to broaden your world view and provide a very enriching experience overall. In addition, you will get to know people from all over the world who volunteer with us or other nonprofits and who come to the area on vacation. There are plenty of opportunities to become apart of the Salaverry/Huanchaco (surf) community and make new friends and experiences.
Help
Get the opportunity to make a difference in a kids life! We are looking for volunteers to help in the following ways:
- Surf instructor
- Sandboard instructor
- Someone to help us build our English (ESL) Curriculum
- English Teacher (March-December)
- Fundraising Coordinator
- Help with our sand-board tours (we'll teach you!)
- Publicity and social media manager/content creator
- Environmental Project Coordinator
- Volunteer Coordinator
We are always excited to have any type of help or expertise and are very welcoming to new ideas or things that we can add to our nonprofit to make it better. Work with us and we can maybe make some other project you would like to do happen!
Languages
Languages spoken
Spanish: Fluent
English: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
Would love to learn more English!
Accommodation
You will be able to stay in our volunteer house in the area, with hot water, common areas and equipped kitchen. You will also have discounts in some restaurants and in the gym.
You will also have the opportunity to surf and sand surf at no cost to you.
What else ...
Peru is known as one of the culinary capitals of the world, so there is no doubt you will enjoy the cheap yet delicious food here in the northern coast of Peru. There are also numerous historical sites nearby such as Huaca de la Luna y Sol y Chan Chan. In Peru, it is very easy and cheap to travel by bus, so it is easy for volunteers to go on trips over the weekend to visit more of Peru and see the mountains, jungle, historical sites, desert or more beautiful beaches.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We could always use help with fundraising, our ESL curriculum, marketing and more. Feel free to contact us if you are interested in helping virtually! Our current team putting this nonprofit together is from all over the world.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Feedback (9)
Thank you for your effort and dedication!
we recommend david because he is an incredible person with a good heart.
Your English and surfing classes have been a source of inspiration and joy for our children in the organization. Both have demonstrated a contagious passion and dedication that has touched everyone's hearts.
Your commitment to… read more
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Thank you for your effort and dedication!
we recommend david because he is an incredible person with a good heart.
Your English and surfing classes have been a source of inspiration and joy for our children in the organization. Both have demonstrated a contagious passion and dedication that has touched everyone's hearts.
Your commitment to… read more
We especially appreciate the mornings dedicated to caring for the plants 🌳🌴 , the implementation of the… read more
El trabajo se dividió en dos proyectos. Por las mañanas regábamos y plantábamos árboles tanto como pintábamos signos relacionados con eso. Siempre entre 1 y 2 horas.
Por las tardes teníamos 1 a 2 horas de clases con los niños en inglés y surf o jugábamos fútbol, voleibol y… read more
They were amazing with the children – always kind, patient, and full of energy. They quickly built strong connections with the kids and made learning and activities fun and engaging for them. Their positive attitudes and caring approach created a welcoming environment… read more
The highlights:
The children are amazing! Most of them genuinely want to learn English and have fun. They’re curious, eager to know about you and your home country, and always bring great energy to the lessons.
The accommodation… read more
Thank you
The English classes you have taught have not only improved our language skills, but have also opened up new opportunities for all of us. Thanks to your patience… read more
Me quedé alrededor de tres semanas en la asociación Jarkai.
El voluntariado se realiza en la casa de Shegu, uno de los creadores y responsable de la asociación. El voluntariado fue una experiencia increíble.
Shegu, uno de los creadores y tu principal contacto dentro de la asociación, está muy pendiente… read more
Estamos muy… read more
It is also a very nice place… read more
LA ALEGRIA DE TODOS, Your dedication and effort as a volunteer has left a deep impression in the heart of Jark'ay.
Your participation in the English and sandboarding classes was invaluable, and the way you used your mornings to plant trees and… read more
we would like to express our
sincere thanks for your invaluable contribution to our organisation. You have played an essential role in the team and your great ideas have been fundamental to our success. We greatly appreciate your help with the English classes for the children, your clean-up project to the beach clean-ups and… read more
