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Zimbabwe, formerly a British colony, gained its status as an independent state in 1980. Since this point onwards, the country has been walking on its own two feet. Zimbabwe is bordered by Mozambique, Zambia, Namibia, Botswana and South Africa. It has a surface area of 886,037 square kilometres.
Shona and Ndebele are commonly spoken languages, while English is the official language of trade, administration and higher education.
Zimbabwe observes Central Africa Time all year.
The official currency is the Zimbabwean dollar (ZWN). 1 euro equates to 1.09 WZN. However, the exchange rate fluctuates all the time, depending on the value of the currency on any given day.
The volunteer programs take place in the city of Mutare, which is located close to the border with Mozambique.
The volunteer stay begins when the volunteer arrives at the destination and is picked up.
Meals included in the destination/project will be included in the accommodation. Travel to the destination, excursions undertaken by volunteers, etc. will not include meals.
The pick-up times specified at each destination/project must be respected. Volunteers arriving outside the pick-up time/day will incur an additional cost depending on the destination.
The volunteer project is located in the city of Mutare, located near the border with Mozambique. Mutare is known for its green landscapes and nature. The Bvumba Nature Resort stands out.
Volunteers must arrive at Harare International Airport (HRE), where they will be met by local staff and transferred to accommodation.
Volunteers who come to Zimbabwe will be able to enjoy the wonders of this country in their free time. Zimbabwe has many rivers where they can go rafting, canoeing or boating. Zimbabwe also has great tourist spots accompanied by green landscapes and, above all, natural landscapes. These destinations are: Victoria Falls, Harare, Bulawayo, Matobo National Park, etc.
In addition, volunteers can take advantage of the opportunity to go on a safari and camping experience in Mana Pools National Park and the Sapi and Chewore safari areas.
Volunteer programs in Zimbabwe start every Sunday:
Volunteers must arrive in Zimbabwe on the Sunday of their arrival date between 6am and 6pm to be picked up at the airport.
Volunteers can do the volunteer program for a minimum of 1 week and a maximum of 3 months.
If the volunteer arrives outside the pick-up time/day, you will have to pay a cost of approximately €100 for the trip.
Zimbabwean cuisine is curiously simple and largely revolves around staple foods. The most common of these is sadza, a thick porridge made from white corn.
Sadza is to Zimbabweans what rice is to Asians. It is eaten at every meal and is served with meat, gravy, vegetables and beans. It is usually shaped into a meatball.
Zimbabwean cuisine is curiously simple and largely revolves around staple foods. The most common of these is sadza, a thick porridge made from white corn.
Sadza is to Zimbabweans what rice is to Asians. It is eaten at every meal and is served with meat, gravy, vegetables and beans. It is usually shaped into a meatball.
Social inclusion of children, young people and grandparents at social risk.
Attention to Centers and Homes for the protection and restoration of rights of socially vulnerable children, adolescents and older adults.
Social Action: volunteers committed to the project will work alongside the community, involving different actors in society and enabling the full fulfilment of the rights of all people.
All children have the right to a healthy education, those who do not have the possibility of attending an educational institution can cause irreversible damage and trap children in poverty in the long term.
Children are very aware that English is a fundamental tool for their future, both from an area of communication needs and also a possibility of development in the search for work.
Activities
You will support the school in teaching English classes to children.
English classes must be basic and clear because most children do not yet speak the language.
It is very important to plan and create new lessons due to limited resources and teaching materials.
You will have the opportunity to participate as a support teacher or leading classes. You will teach classes in the subject that best suits your profile and knowledge. English lessons must be basic and simple because most children are learning the language.
You will teach different subjects depending on your background. In addition, both the school and the children will greatly appreciate your support with extracurricular activities after school.
Volunteers will be faced with different tasks, which are subject to change. In general, their work can be summarized as:
Teaching children
Helping children with their homework
Helping during mealtimes
Entertainment activities for children
Organizing games and other activities
Coaching children in sports
Helping with children’s personal hygiene
IMPORTANT: the activities mentioned will not be done daily, this will depend on the activity demands that arise. The work routine will be defined and conducted according to the needs of the project and will follow the decisions of the technical team.
NOTE OF INTEREST: The volunteer can bring materials, scheduled activities, games, paints, books in English, educational toys, any kind of drawing or painting book, etc.
The school will be closed in August and December-January for vacations
Volunteers carry out different activities within the community, where they will carry out the daily tasks that families perform. You will live a totally African experience.
This program is for those volunteers who seek tranquility and are willing to discover the tasks that arise according to daily needs.
This program includes learning about their culture and their difficulties. Many of the elderly in these communities want to learn English and business skills, but they cannot afford to go to school. Women also want to learn, but they are limited to their homes and attend to their role in their society, which includes child care or other activities at home. Volunteers will learn about the community’s lifestyle and understand more about their needs.
Activities
Volunteers will visit those most vulnerable families in the community. They will see the different problems they present and develop alternatives for containment. The most common problems are the lack of hygiene and education.
Volunteers will participate in the work of assessing and developing the community.
Planning and developing ideas to help disadvantaged children.
Volunteering to provide community education is a particularly powerful method to reach out to young people and help with career guidance for orphaned children.
IMPORTANT: The activities mentioned will not be done daily, this will depend on the activity demands that arise. The work routine will be defined and conducted according to the needs of the project and will follow the decisions of the technical team.
NOTE OF INTEREST: The volunteer can bring to the destination materials, scheduled activities, games, paints, books in English, educational toys, any type of drawing or painting book, etc.
Program Open all year round.
Meals
All 3 meals will be provided by local staff (families). They can enjoy Zimbabwean dishes which are African and could experience different flavours and meals during their stay in Zimbabwe. If volunteers wish to eat out, there is a Green Coucal restaurant, with food to suit all tastes and budgets.
If volunteers have special dietary needs (such as vegetarian), please let us know ahead of time so we can modify diets. However, volunteers should not expect to eat as they normally do at home. We will do our best to ensure volunteers are well looked after, but also as volunteers, you must be flexible, here we refer to the African style of food that is given at home in Zimbabwe.
Homestay
Living with a host family offers a good combination of socialising with other volunteers and experiencing life with a Zimbabwean family.
Volunteers will have the chance to learn more about the culture, by observing how families live in a traditional Zimbabwean home.
IMPORTANT:
Drinks are not included in the accommodation. Expenses are the responsibility of the volunteer.
It is recommended to bring a mosquito net and sleeping bag for this type of accommodation.
The total cost of volunteering is broken down into two parts: the registration fee to reserve a place (€210) and the separate program fee to be paid later (in euros).
| VOLUNTEERING PERIOD | EURO PROGRAM RATE€ | PROGRAM RATE USD* |
| 1 week |
€196 |
215$ |
| 2 weeks |
€326 |
358$ |
| 3 weeks |
€456 |
501$ |
| 1 month (4 weeks) |
€586 |
644$ |
| 5 weeks |
€716 |
787$ |
| 6 weeks |
€846 |
930$ |
| 2 months (8 weeks) |
€1106 |
1216$ |
| 10 weeks |
€1366 |
1502$ |
| 3 months (12 weeks) |
€1626 |
1788$ |
| 4 months (16 weeks) |
€2146 |
2360$ |
| 5 months (20 weeks) |
€2666 |
2932$ |
| 6 months (24 weeks) |
€3,186 |
$3504 |
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Our volunteers will be able to validate university credits with the aim of traveling in a more responsible and economical way.
What does volunteering focused on university practices involve?
At Cooperating Volunteers, we make agreements with different universities to validate university credits with the aim of traveling in a more responsible and economical way.
The specialties we work with are extensive: medical volunteering, nursing, education, social work, psychology, physiotherapy, engineering, architecture…
The practices can be carried out in our designated destinations for this purpose, as well as in Spain.
If you choose an international destination, it’s a unique way to live an unforgettable and enriching experience, as you will have the opportunity to continue your education in another country, with a completely different culture.
Stepping out of our comfort zone and being part of the various projects at the destination will allow us to grow both personally and professionally, creating a more extensive curriculum.
And we are fully convinced that this experience will accompany you throughout your life.
You will be able to visit hospitals, schools, centers, orphanages, and participate directly and actively in the daily lives of all those people at the destination, always accompanied by other professionals willing to collaborate hand in hand with you and guide you in daily tasks.
If your university is not part of the agreement with Cooperating Volunteers, you can contact cristina@cooperatingvolunteers.com so that we can get in touch and make this experience a reality.
Corporate volunteering consists of tailored programs for your company, designed to develop teamwork skills.
It is proven that teamwork directly impacts productivity.
Collective effort surpasses individual capabilities, promotes diversity of skills, stimulates creativity, and facilitates problem-solving in the face of various challenges.
Therefore, it not only maximizes efficiency but also enriches the work environment.
We conduct corporate volunteering programs that consist of customized programs for your company, designed to develop teamwork skills, improve performance, and foster unity among employees.
We tailor projects to the corporate identity and size of the company, and we can adjust them to any destination and time of the year.
The advantages of corporate volunteering include:
The future is aligned with a more responsible society, and participating in social projects positions our company among the list of revolutionary businesses that want to be part of the change.
If you resonate with this message, corporate volunteering is a unique experience both individually and collectively, and at Cooperating Volunteers, we accompany you throughout the process to make it a unique journey.
Quality time spent with family strengthens emotional bonds, promotes communication, and contributes to the emotional well-being of its members.
Spending quality time with family and being able to disconnect from our hectic routines is not only enriching but also necessary.
Sometimes we forget to communicate, connect, and dedicate time to each other. Each one of us lives focused on our jobs, schools… And it’s necessary to find the opportunity to pause and take care of ourselves.
Quality time spent with family strengthens emotional bonds, promotes communication, and contributes to the emotional well-being of its members. And of course, it creates lifelong positive memories.
At Cooperating Volunteers, we suggest moving away from those ‘more superficial’ trips (which can also be fantastic), but we invite you to live this experience to bring out our most empathetic and humanitarian side.
Family volunteering gives us the opportunity to be part of a positive impact, promoting values of solidarity and social responsibility.
There are many families who choose to experience these trips focused on cooperation and direct involvement with different communities around the world, where living conditions are very different and sometimes entirely precarious.
Projects are tailored to different ages, allowing us to work together.
An incredible way to fill our suitcase with memories, learning, and knowledge.
And although stepping out of our comfort zone often feels daunting, we assure you firsthand that it’s worth it.
At Cooperating Volunteers, we accompany you throughout the entire experience, from start to finish, to make it unforgettable.
At Cooperating Volunteers, we believe it’s never too late for anything, especially for volunteering and living a unique and unforgettable experience.
There are many people, increasingly so, who opt for responsible travel that involves social work.
Accustomed to organized and mostly touristic trips, at Cooperating Volunteers, we want to advocate for a more enriching experience, one that transforms us from within and allows us to be part of the change the world needs to see.
We can adapt both the destination and the duration of our projects to fit your needs.
It’s an opportunity full of emotions that allows us to significantly contribute to different communities and their evolution. And you can participate in different areas such as education, social support, or assistance in different centers.
Some of the benefits include:
Living this experience will undoubtedly be a before and after.
A volunteering initiative with leadership and impact through the educational action program.
When we talk about social volunteering, we refer to all those actions and activities carried out altruistically, selflessly, and with the aim of addressing multiple problems and needs of different communities, always focused on education and self-sufficiency.
Education is essential because it provides the tools and knowledge necessary for personal, social, and economic development.
Our goal is to create self-sufficient communities and provide opportunities for the future personal development of each member. The message is not to ‘give’, but to accompany in the process of training for self-managed provision.
At Cooperating Volunteers, many of our destinations and projects embrace this type of volunteering. Some of our projects include: community programs, education, women’s empowerment…
And although they are completely different from each other, they share a single objective: progress towards a society that can embrace us all in the same way.
If you are someone who is restless, who needs to see a change in the future, volunteering is an experience tailor-made for you.