A smiling couple stands close together in a lush, green forest. Both have red face paint markings and wear backpacks, suggesting an adventurous outdoor journey.
A group of happy children pose together, smiling warmly. They wear orange sports jerseys and are surrounded by other kids, creating a joyful and friendly atmosphere.
This cozy kitchen features white walls, wooden ceiling beams, a small gas stove, hanging utensils, open shelves with dishes, a yellow kettle, and a woven pendant lamp.
This cozy attic room features two single beds with white linens, wooden and bamboo walls, triangular ceiling, large window, a fan, and soft natural lighting.
A group of women stands together on a basketball court, smiling as one receives a certificate. Photo boards and a CAEMBA banner are displayed behind them.
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Join our non-profit project and empower communities in coastal Same, Ecuador

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  2026 

 Min stay requested: No minimum

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  • Description

    Description

    Hello, my name is Mishell. I work for a non-profit foundation. After the earthquake of April 16, 2016, on the Ecuadorian coast, which left thousands of families living in extreme poverty without a place to live, the foundation was born. We started by building shelters made of bamboo. From there, we began building bamboo houses for the victims. We currently have a project in which we work in synergy. We provide a house to the beneficiaries. Currently, within the foundation, there are 8 people in the team and 5 people working. We also have a center where the community can participate in social activities, such as art, English, computer, and sports classes.

    Hola, mi nombre es Mishell. Trabajo para una fundación sin fines de lucro. Después del terremoto del 16 de abril de 2016 en la costa ecuatoriana, que dejó a miles de familias viviendo en extrema pobreza y sin un lugar donde vivir, nació la fundación. Comenzamos construyendo refugios de bambú. A partir de ahí, empezamos a construir casas de bambú para las víctimas.

    Actualmente tenemos un proyecto en el que trabajamos en sinergia. Proporcionamos una vivienda a los beneficiarios. En este momento, dentro de la fundación hay 8 personas en el equipo y 5 personas trabajando. También contamos con un centro donde la comunidad puede participar en actividades sociales, como clases de arte, inglés, computación y deportes.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Charity Work
    Art Projects
    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Teaching
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Interests

    Interests

    Self development
    Movies & TV
    Technology
    Events & social
    Sustainability
    Culture
    Drawing & painting
    Performing arts
    Languages
    Photography
    Architecture
    History
    Books
    Art & design
    Beach
    Nature
  • 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

    By volunteering, you'll have a unique cultural exchange experience. You'll experience firsthand what daily life is like in the community. You'll participate in typical Ecuadorian holidays and discover a culture filled with warmth, joy, and solidarity.

    During your stay, you'll have the opportunity to meet and work alongside our team, supporting social activities, workshops, and collaborative projects. We're looking for people who want to share their skills and knowledge in areas such as English, music, art, dance, and technology, while also learning about sustainable construction, environmental education, and everyday life in the community.

    Al venir como voluntario podrás tener una experiencia de intercambio cultural única. Conocerás de primera mano como es el día a día en la comunidad de Tonchigüe. Podras participar en días festivos típicos de Ecuador y descubrir una cultura llena de calidez, alegría y solidaridad.

    Durante tu estancia, tendrás la oportunidad de conocer y trabajar junto a n uestro equipo apoyando en la actividades sociales, talleres y proyectos colaborativos. Busacmos personas que quieran compartir sus habilidades y conocimientos en áreas como inglés, música, arte, baile y tecnología, y a la vez aprender sobre construcción sostenible, educación ambiental y la vida cotidiana en la comunidad.

  • Help

    Help

    We are currently seeking individuals passionate about teaching and community. We need English, music, art, dance, and technology teachers who want to share their skills and knowledge with children and adults.

    You will have the opportunity to teach classes, support workshops, develop educational activities, and collaborate on community projects. We are looking for people who enjoy teamwork and community, and who are creative and motivated.

    Actualmente estamos buscando personas apasionadas por la enseñanza y la comunidad. Necesitamos profesores de inglés, música, arte, baile y tecnología que quieran compartir sus habilidades y conocimientos con niños y adultos.

    Tendrás la oportunidad de dar clases, apoyar en talleres, desarrollar actividades educativas y colaborar en proyectos comunitarios. Buscamos personas que disfruten trabajar en equipo y en comunidad, que sean creativas y motivadas.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We ensure that you have a clean and safe place to sleep. We offer accommodation at the hotel near the school with a kitchen area so that you can prepare your own meals, but we do not provide food. We offer accommodation with a fully equipped kitchen so that volunteers can prepare their own meals. We do not provide meals.

    The collaboration schedule is 2 to 3 hours per day, 3 days per week.

    Nos aseguramos de proporcionarte un lugar limpio y seguro para dormir. Ofrecemos alojamiento en el hotel con un espacio para cocinar, de modo que puedas preparar sus propias comidas, pero no proporcionamos alimentación. Nosotros ofrecemos alojamiento con cocina equipada, para que los voluntarios puedan preparar su propia comida.
    No ofrecemos comidas incluidas.

    El horario de colaboración es de 2 a 3 horas al día, 3 días a la semana.

  • 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

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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A group of happy children pose together, smiling warmly. They wear orange sports jerseys and are surrounded by other kids, creating a joyful and friendly atmosphere.
This cozy kitchen features white walls, wooden ceiling beams, a small gas stove, hanging utensils, open shelves with dishes, a yellow kettle, and a woven pendant lamp.
This cozy attic room features two single beds with white linens, wooden and bamboo walls, triangular ceiling, large window, a fan, and soft natural lighting.
A smiling couple stands close together in a lush, green forest. Both have red face paint markings and wear backpacks, suggesting an adventurous outdoor journey.
A group of women stands together on a basketball court, smiling as one receives a certificate. Photo boards and a CAEMBA banner are displayed behind them.

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