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Our project is an NGO creating a network of self-sufficient sanctuary communities across the tropics focused on edible reforestation, ecological repair, and community living. Help create lasting change on the planet. We’ve just moved into a new location and the NGO building is in need of a make over. We are having fun using this new space as a fresh canvas that’s full of possibility! There’s still lots of work ahead, but we’re making steady progress everyday. You don’t need any special skills, just a willingness to help where it’s needed. If you’d like to be part of a small team bringing a bit of magic into this beautiful space, we look forward to meeting you. Check out our IG to learn more! @sanctuarytropicaledibleplants
Currently have on staff:
Accountant, Attorney, Maintenance person, Cleaners and a Workshop facilitator
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Interests
Technology
LGBTQ
Events & social
Sustainability
Vegetarian or vegan
Pets
Culture
Self development
Movies & TV
Farming
Charity work
Plant care
Music
History
DIY & crafts
Architecture
Art & design
Photography
Gardening
Cooking & food
Performing arts
Drawing & painting
Animals
Water sports
Nature
Dancing
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We often enjoy having conversations that are centred around community living, self exploration & plants! We offer work shops based on the Life Diet and the Seed to Seed Cycle. The Life Diet is learning how to create delicious nourishing meals using the Life Diet principles. The Life Diet is a guideline that supports the optimal life of the plants we eat and how it affects the human body. The Seed-to-Seed Cycle is learning how we grow edible plants from seeds using methods that support the plant’s full life cycle. You’ll join us in seasonal tasks like sowing, planting, harvesting, and soil building to better understand our long-term food production system. Beyond the project there are many ways to immerse yourself in the local culture here like visiting the nearby ruins, (including Tikal), exploring the abundant food markets and walking through Flores Island to watch the sunset.
Registered charity
This host is a registered charity in their country and is looking for volunteers to help with their project(s).
Help
Outdoors: watering plants and helping out in the vivero (plant nursery), prep building to be painted (scraping old paint off, sanding), help paint exterior & interior of surfaces, general yard work: cleaning debris, pressure washing, organizing outdoor spaces.
Indoors: assist in the kitchen (food prep plant based meals), helping with laundry, sweeping, mopping floors & general cleaning, scrubbing toilets, sinks, showers, emptying garbage & keeping communal areas tidy.
We are open to volunteers with other skillsets, such as carpentry, design, gardening & social media etc. We can discuss your strengths to find where your help can be most beneficial.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Accommodation
Large private room with shower and toilet. Filtered drinking water. All meals provided, (breakfast, lunch, dinner + afternoon snack), all plant-based & inspired by the Life Diet. We have a beautiful rooftop patio perfect for watching the sunrise & sunset. Accommodations come with a newly equipped kitchen, a movie theatre & living room/dining space.
What else ...
We are located in Flores, Peten. It’s a 25 min walk to Flores Island and a 2 min walk to the Bus Station. Local market is right across the street. We’re 1.5 hrs away from Tikal Ruins. Pick up and drop off from airport available.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We are in the start up phase of our NGO and are looking for extra hands to help us out with the project! There’s lots of learning available while working alongside the community. If one is eager and is interested in what we’re creating there is more opportunities available that go beyond a support role during your stay in Guatemala.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
N/A
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