Have you ever wanted to visit Indonesia?

Now is your chance! You can explore the wonders of this country while also helping those in need by participating in an international volunteer program. In Indonesia, there are many programs available, and surely one of them will suit your desires and needs.

Volunteer programs you can do in Indonesia:

If you enjoy being with children, the nursery program is perfect for you. It involves playing with them, engaging in fun activities, teaching them basic English phrases, and improving their fluency in the language. Another program involving children is teaching, where you will assist teachers in conducting classes. This program takes place on the islands of Flores and Lombok. If you are studying or have completed a degree in healthcare and want to put your knowledge into practice, the health education program could be an ideal option. In this volunteer opportunity, you will teach first aid and personal hygiene to prevent health problems and contagious diseases.

On the other hand, if you prefer physical and manual work, the construction and renovation program might be a great choice. In this program, you will be laying bricks, doing carpentry and gardening work, and painting walls.

If you are interested in Indonesia’s wildlife, I recommend one of the programs involving animals. On one hand, there is the Komodo dragon conservation program, where you will assist national park staff in maintaining the ecosystem of the area. On the other hand, there is the turtle conservation and rehabilitation program, which takes place in Nusa Penida. Some tasks include assisting in the release of rehabilitated turtles, collecting information about turtles, or cleaning beaches.

Apart from working in the program, during your free time, which will be during weekends and depending on the program, you may also have free evenings, you can take the opportunity to visit this incredible country.

Unique aspects of Indonesia for volunteers:

Indonesia is located in the Pacific Ocean, bordered by Malaysia, East Timor, and Papua New Guinea. This country consists of 17,508 islands, although only 6,000 islands are inhabited. Many of these islands have no human activity, making it one of the most biodiverse countries. It is, in fact, the third most biodiverse country in the world. This is due to its climate, location, and the vastness of its territory, with forests covering 60% of it. Despite this, there has been significant industrialization leading to significant environmental problems.

The capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, located on the island of Java. This city suffers from serious environmental problems and overcrowding. Java is the most populous island in the world with 130 million people.

The official language is Indonesian, although most of the population considers it their second language since the country has 742 languages. Therefore, many inhabitants have their local language as their mother tongue. Indonesian is used in business, politics, media, and is taught in schools.

The people of Indonesia have different cultures, developed from the influence of Indians, Chinese, Europeans, Malays, and Arabs, due to its location, trade agreements, and history.

What places can I visit during my volunteer experience in Indonesia?

Nusa Penida

If you want to experience its culture, language, and country, it’s best to travel and discover it in person. Depending on the volunteer program you choose, you will be on one island or another. Therefore, if you find yourself on the island of Nusa Penida, you can go to appreciate the views of Broken Beach. This beach is circular and surrounded by cliffs. Therefore, it cannot be accessed, but the views are incredible, and you can appreciate the contrast of the green color of nature with the blue of the sea. This beach opens to the sea through a large rock arch. On the other hand, another tourist attraction on this island is the “Manta Point Lookout,” which, as its name indicates, is a cliff from where you can admire many manta rays. But if you want to swim in one of those paradisiacal beaches with white sand and crystal-clear water that we all have seen on social media, you should go to Crystal Bay. This beach is famous for the large number of corals, and in front of it is a small island where you can see many fish and marine life.
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Bali

If your destination is Bali, you must visit one of its countless and incredible temples. The most important temple on the island is Pura Besakih, considered the mother temple of Bali. If you feel like taking a bath, on this island, you have many options, although we recommend some in particular: Legian Beach is perfect for those who want to rest and relax, as it is very quiet. You can also visit one of Bali’s most luxurious beaches, Seminyak Beach, where you can enjoy incredible sunsets on a white sandy beach, surrounded by luxury restaurants and shops. On the other hand, if you are a snorkeling enthusiast, we recommend Sanur Beach, where you can observe many types of fish.

Flores Island

If you stay on Flores Island, your trip will be very different, as it is not such a well-known island, many places are not overcrowded with tourists, allowing you to enjoy nature and incredible sites without being surrounded by people. One of the cities to visit is Ruteng, where you can see the famous and unique spider web-shaped rice terraces. Another interesting destination on this island is Mount Kelimutu, known for having three craters, in which lakes have formed, and these change color due to changes in the oxidation-reduction state of each lake’s fluid.

Lombok

Lastly, if your destination is Lombok, you can visit the beaches of Senggigi, which are spectacular. Normally, there aren’t many people, as they have a length of almost 10 kilometers, so there are always areas with few people. It is famous for its reefs and perfect conditions for surfing. Also, from the beach, you can appreciate the views of Mount Arung. Another well-known beach is Pink Beach, characterized by its pink-colored sand. On the other hand, you can also visit the Habbul Wathan Mosque, which is the largest on the island.

If you are passionate about traveling, discovering new places, and different cultures, do not hesitate and come to live this incredible experience in this country that has so much to offer in Oceania by volunteering!

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UNIVERSITY PRACTICES

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

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:

  • Improving communication.
  • Group unity.
  • Cultural integration in different situations.
  • Employee training.
  • Increased Corporate Social Responsibility.

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.

FAMILY VOLUNTEERING

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.

SENIOR VOLUNTEERING

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:

  • Sense of purpose: Provides a sense of purpose by contributing your skills and experiences to meaningful causes.
  • Emotional well-being: Reduces feelings of isolation and establishes social connections.
  • Personal development: It’s continuous learning, skill development, and discovering new activities while keeping the mind-body active.
  • Physical health: Keeping active.
  • Stress reduction: The act of helping others reduces stress and contributes to mental health.

Living this experience will undoubtedly be a before and after. 

SOCIAL VOLUNTEERING

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.