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In 2023 I started working with a close friend on a volunteer programme in central Lombok, which is an organisation that offers volunteers from around the world the chance to work in the local villages teaching English to the local children. During my time in the organisation, I saw the positive impact that was being made within these communities, especially with the children. It was then I realised that this was my passion.
I grew up in a small village close to the beach Pantai Duduk which is in West Lombok so I decided I would like to give back to my own community by starting my own project, with my best friend / business partner Rival.
Our village is close by Sengiggi, which is a popular tourist destination. The tourism industry brings lots of job opportunities for our local people which is why I feel it’s important to teach our children English to help create a better future for them and help increase their chances of getting employment. They are all so eager to learn and love meeting new people!
Another passion of mine is the environment, specifically tackling the litter problem that we have here in Lombok, especially on our beaches. Part of our aim is to educate the locals about recycling and to tackle the problem hands on by carrying out regular clean ups on the beach and in the local areas. We would also like to provide recycling trash cans for the locals to use.
That’s where you come in. If you have similar passions to us and would like to make an impact here in Lombok we invite you to join our project!
No formal qualifications are required.
You will work for 1-2 hours in the afternoon and 1-2 hours in the evening. Any other time is your own, although we have lots of optional activities that you may join!
* programme start date: 12/05/2024*
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
DIY and building projects
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will have the opportunity to experience local culture with the local people.
You will learn some of the Bahasa Indonesian language through teaching and also the local dialect (sasak).
There will be opportunities to explore the local villages and see some of Lombok! You can also choose to work with the fisherman and learn about local practices.
You will be staying in, or visiting Muslim and Hindu villages so we ask you to be mindful of the culture and when in the Muslim areas please wear appropriate clothing such as T-shirts and long trousers/skirt.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Teaching English to local children - No official teaching qualifications are required, however we do ask that you have a good understanding of the English language and you are a confident English speaker.
DIY projects - we are passionate about improving the local area and helping the environment so projects will be centered around that, such as making trash cans to encourage recycling or helping improve the local facilities.
Clean ups - we will be carrying out litter picking and clean ups on the beach and in the local villages to try and improve the area and encourage locals to keep the area clean.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Indonesian: Fluent
Accommodation
Tree house with a private bathroom is available on the beach or you can opt to stay nearby at one of our partnering Homestays!
Food can be provided for a small fee or there are many restaurants close by if you want to choose your own food!
What else ...
As part of your stay we offer an explore day where our guide will show you around the local area and points of interest. We only ask for a contribution for fuel and you will only pay if there is a fee for the excursion. You will also have two free days where you are welcome to explore by yourself or join one of our trips.
We also have an optional jewellery making class using local materials.
Bike rental is available through one of our partners and if you need transport getting here we can help arrange that for a good rate.
You can arrive anytime but we would prefer if you can between Friday - Sunday afternoon.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
