International volunteers play a direct role in changing lives on this amazing program. Love Volunteers local partner organization in Bamenda works closely with two community schools in the town in Cameroon's northwest region.
Together these schools cater for more than 200 children in the Nursery School and over 460 in the Primary School, most of whom come from poorer families who would otherwise struggle to educate all of their children.
The aim for these schools is to provide a holistic approach to education so that children are also learning life skills along with academics. All lessons are taught in English and volunteers are invaluable in working with these children. Through a solid education this program aims to support these children and help them to create a better life and to break the poverty cycle.
Extra teaching support is vital in classrooms with very large rolls, and which lack even basic supplies. Any teaching support given by volunteers in the schools is gratefully accepted and appreciated by teachers and students alike.
Goals of this Project:
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Provide essential teaching to under-resourced schools in Bamenda
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Provide an educational foundation for vulnerable children to build on and break the poverty cycle
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Improve the future prospects of the children in Bamenda
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Enable inter-cultural exchange which benefits both locals and international volunteers alike.
Start Dates
This project is available year-round and programs start every SUNDAY. Volunteers can choose to participate for periods ranging from 2 weeks to 12 weeks. Longer stays can be arranged directly with the local team, but will be subject to availability and individual visa conditions. Spaces on this project are limited and therefore subject to availability. Early booking is recommended.
Requirements
Love Volunteers welcomes all those 18 years and over who wish to help create a brighter future for children through the power of education. This project best suits those with experience and/or qualifications in the field of childhood development and education, though volunteers who simply wish to explore an interest in this field are also welcomed as there are many ways you can assist in the classroom. Whist not mandatory, completing a TEFL course prior to joining this project would prove to be highly beneficial. Importantly, all applicants must first and foremost have a genuine willingness to help, show drive and initiative, and bring a positive 'can-do' attitude. If this sounds like you, we want you on the team!
Additionally, volunteers applying to join this program will be required to supply to following documentation:
- Emergency contact
- Police check
- Resume
