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Inspire youth leadership through art, music, culture and sports in Timbío, Colombia

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  2026 

 Min stay requested: at least a week

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  • Description

    Description

    Volunteer with Us!

    This is a foundation located in a charming small town near Popayán, Colombia. We're surrounded by natural landscapes, offering a peaceful and authentic Colombian experience. Our work focuses on developing youth leadership and the skills required for today's world through arts, sports, and culture.

    ¡Sé voluntario/a con nosotros!

    Este es una fundación ubicada en un encantador pueblo cerca de Popayán, Colombia. Rodeados de variados paisajes naturales, ofrecemos una experiencia colombiana pacífica y auténtica. Nuestro trabajo se centra en desarrollar el liderazgo juvenil y las habilidades esenciales para la vida a través de actividades artísticas, deportivas y culturales.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Teaching
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Cooking & food
    Books
    Languages
    Plant care
    Architecture
    Culture
    Cycling
    Yoga / Wellness
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Immerse Yourself in Colombian Culture: Experience traditional Colombian life, converse with the host family, and participate in foundation social events.
    Explore Natural Beauty: Discover breathtaking waterfalls, places, and mountains. We'll also introduce you to local cuisine and our favorite restaurants.
    Comfortable Accommodations: Enjoy a private room, with access to the kitchen and laundry facilities.
    Supportive Environment: Experience a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.


    Inmersión en la cultura colombiana: Experimenta la vida tradicional colombiana, pláticas con la familia anfitrionay participa en los eventos sociales de la fundación.
    Explora la belleza natural: Descubre cascadas geniales, parajes y montañas. También te presentaremos la cocina local y nuestros restaurantes favoritos.
    Alojamiento cómodo: Disfruta de una habitación privada, con acceso a la cocina y lavandería.
    Ambiente de apoyo: Experimenta un ambiente acogedor y amigable.

  • Help

    Help

    We're seeking enthusiastic volunteers to share their skills and knowledge with our community. We estimate at least 10 hours of volunteer work per week, distributed among the following activities:
    Cultural Exchange: Share your passion for culture, art, sports, and music.
    Language Instruction: Teach English, Italian, or French to interested individuals.
    Construction & Gardening: Help us with construction, renovation, and maintenance of spaces at the foundation.
    Content Creation: Create engaging content for our platforms. This could include participating in podcasts, creating reels, and sharing your experiences and message for the community.
    Educational Outreach: Visit local schools to share cultural and language experiences with children (planned and coordinated with teachers). Enjoy cooking? Prepare a dish to share your culture!
    Open to Your Ideas: We welcome any skills or knowledge you'd like to share! We believe education is a lifelong journey, and we're eager to learn from you.

    Buscamos voluntarios/as entusiastas para compartir sus habilidades y conocimientos con nuestra comunidad. Estimamos al menos 10 horas de trabajo voluntario por semana, distribuidas en las siguientes actividades:
    Intercambio cultural: Comparte tu pasión por la cultura, el arte, los deportes y la música.
    Enseñanza de idiomas: Enseña inglés, italiano o francés.
    Construcción y jardinería: Ayúdanos con la construcción, renovación y mantenimiento de los espacios de la fundación.
    Creación de contenido: Crear o apoyar la creación de contenido atractivo para nuestras plataformas, como podcasts, reels y compartiendo tus experiencias y mensajes.
    Extensión educativa: Visita escuelas locales para compartir experiencias culturales e idiomáticas con los niños (planificado y coordinado con los profesores).
    ¿Te gusta cocinar? ¡Prepara un plato para compartir tu cultura!
    Abierto a tus ideas: ¡Agradecemos cualquier habilidad o conocimiento que desees compartir! Creemos en el aprendizaje permanente y valoramos tus contribuciones.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    Spanish: Fluent
    Italian: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Private room
    Habitación privada

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Important Notes
    This place is located within the Colonia family home. Upon arrival, we'll clarify which areas are dedicated to the foundation and which are part of the family home, along with some easy ways we all contribute to keeping things clean and comfortable.
    Volunteers are responsible for their own meals. They have access to the kitchen to prepare their own food.
    This project involves working with children and youth, so the consumption of alcohol and other substances is strictly prohibited.
    Additional activities may arise during your stay.


    Notas importantes
    Este lugar está ubicada dentro de la casa familiar Colonial. A tu llegada, te aclararemos qué áreas están dedicadas a la fundación y cuáles son parte de la casa familiar. Esto incluye algunas normas básicas de convivencia como el aseo y uso de las áreas comunes.
    Los voluntarios se encargan de su propia alimentación. Para ello, podrán acceder a la cocina para que preparen su propia comida.
    Este proyecto involucra trabajar con niños y jóvenes, por lo que el consumo de alcohol y otras sustancias está estrictamente prohibido.
    Pueden surgir actividades adicionales durante tu estancia.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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    Alan y Narha

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