Caring for Street Children

About the Project

One of the largest social service initiatives throughout Ecuador, this project is working hard to combat poverty in families and street children. Staff and volunteers are focused on providing educational tutoring, mentoring, some food, and a safe place for the many street children who may have no where else to turn. By coming to this small center, the children and teens are able to go to school and believe in their own future. One group of teenage boys and girls even produced a music video with their own lyrics to educate the community on the issues that street children face!

Volunteer Responsibilities

Volunteers are needed for tutoring, mentoring, working on special outreach projects, and organizing recreational activities. Hours of operation are typically in the afternoon to early evening when the children are out of school. Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own creative ideas to share with the children.

Location

The street children project is located in the heart of Quito. All volunteers will be met at the airport in Quito.

Accommodations and Meals

Accommodation during the project is with a carefully screened host family located in Quito. All meals with your host family are included during your stay.

Requirements

Experience or education in counseling, teaching and/or childcare is helpful, but not required, depending on the duties the volunteer will be expected to perform. An intermediate level of Spanish is required. Spanish lessons are available prior to the volunteer project in Quito for an additional fee.

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Send us a message

Feel free to contact us by phone toll free (in the U.S. only), 1-888-ABROAD-1 (888-227-6231).

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