Costa Rica: Women Empowerment and development

2010-01-15T11:38:00+00:00

Project Summary

Created in 2005, the Asociación de Mujeres Organizadas del Asentamiento los Jazmines A seeks to improve the standard of living of its members through projects such as the cultivation and sale of fruits and vegetables that are grown using the least amount of agrochemicals possible. The women of the Association look for work together to generate sources of income to provide for the well being of their family. Through projects, the women shall help improve their community.

Volunteer work, you will develop:

      •   Strategic planning for the group.
      •   Empowerment workshops.
      •   Infrastructure work.
      •   Computer training.
      •   Basic concepts for micro-enterprises.
      •   Project Monitoring and evaluation.

Location:

The project is located in a small village in the northern lowlands of Costa Rica, near the Nicaraguan border.

Accommodation and Food

You will live with a local family. They will make you feel at home. All the accommodations are clean and it have running water. Typical Costa Rican dishes should be expected (rice, beans, vegetables, fruit).

Travel Arrangements and Transportation

Booking air travel to your destination is your responsibility, but we are more than happy to help you as needed. For domestic traveling and specific logistics RJI will provide the respective information at the time.

Dates, Duration and Application Deadline

     •   This project is offered throughout the year.
     •   Individual or group volunteering (minimum 6)
     •   Duration 1 to 4 weeks.
     •   Age 18+

General Requirements

Spanish is desired but not mandatory. The most important requirement is to bring a positive attitude, and be willing to get involved in our Central America culture. You must love the outdoors and not mind working in any weather, be easy going and be able to work alongside the local community. Much of your time will be spent with the local families. Be ready to enjoy this experience...

Program Costs

Included	Not included
Lodging / 3 meals per day	Airfare
Transportation to host community	In country transportation
Pre-departure and arrival Orientation	Phone cards
24hours emergency staff	Internet
	Meals during orientation
	Medical/Accident Insurance

Costa Rica: Women - Reto Juvenil Internacional