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We are small group of families with homeschooling children in the southernmost rice fields and forests of Hualien. We are in the early stages of establishing a Donguri-club and Waldorf-inspired natural education program in our rural community. Our vision is to create a learning environment where children grow up in close connection with nature, while gaining hands-on skills such as planting vegetables, food preparation, clothing making, shelter building, and exploring various approaches to health and healing.
At this initial stage, we expect to have 3 to 7 children aged 4 to 7 years old. We are looking for someone who is skilled or interested in cooking, art, playing musical instruments and rice farming.
From time to time, there will be visiting Waldorf students and teachers from the West side of Taiwan, as well as kindergarten teachers who come to support and learn from the experience.
We are also happy to offer space to resonating families with kids 4-7 years old that want to spend here some months or even settle in this area.
Please note that our location is quite rural, so a valid driver's license is necessary for transportation.
Additional Information:
Visa: We can help you to apply for a volunteer visa.
Accommodation: Free accommodation is available through a government rental program.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Interests
Culture
Charity work
Vegetarian or vegan
Sustainability
Farming
Plant care
Music
Drawing & painting
Carpentry
Gardening
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Books
Art & design
Architecture
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Dancing
Camping
Hiking
Outdoor activities
Nature
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Volunteers can experience an eco-friendly way of living—what to wear, what products to use on our bodies, and how to make more sustainable daily choices. We also share knowledge and hands-on experience in a variety of natural and alternative health treatments.
Most importantly, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about our unique approach to raising children, which combines three philosophies: Donguli Club, Waldorf education, and Forest School principles.
Through hosting volunteers, we hope our children gain a broader perspective of the world—learning about different cultures, values, and ways of life. We want them to grow up appreciating diversity and the richness it brings.
Our home and the volunteers’ accommodation are about a 10-minute drive or a 30-minute bicycle ride apart. We usually help with transport between the two, and you’re welcome to use our bicycle or motorbike as needed. Since some of our family members and teachers also live at the volunteer accommodation, we prepare and share all three meals together there.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We are looking for support in the following areas:
Cooking: Helping prepare three meals a day. Teaching how to cook your countries foods to children.
Farming & Gardening: Assisting with farming tasks and maintaining the vegetable garden.
Children’s Activities: Supporting daily activities with the children, including outdoor play, art, music time.
Cultural Exchange: Sharing your culture and traditions with the children to broaden their worldview.
Languages spoken
Japanese: Fluent
Chinese (Mandarin): Fluent
English: Intermediate
Accommodation
Our community has a contract with government housing in which you can stay for free of charge (minimum 6 nights required)
There are two types of rooms, 3 people's room and 8 people's room. Both types of rooms have beds, bed linens, air conditioning, fan, and bathroom facilities.
There is a refrigerator and a hot & cold water dispenser in an office room. Also there is outside kitchen with some cooking tools and dishes.
What you need to bring is only your own towel.
What else ...
You’ll have the chance to enjoy activities such as hiking in the mountains, visiting hot springs, swimming in the river, and exploring nearby sightseeing spots and local cafés.
If you have a Chinese-translated driver’s license or an international driver’s license valid in Taiwan, you may be able to use our scooter during your stay.
If you’d like to visit the hot springs or swim in the river, please remember to bring your swimsuit—it’s a must!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
