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Source Site: WildlifeDirect
Published: 2010/02/10 03:10:31 -0500
Jambo everyone,
A couple of days ago we had a meeting with Friends of Shimoni Forest (FSF) that went rather well, so I thought I’d tell you about it! GVI work very closely with FSF, passing on the results of our research to them, and helping them to achieve their aims of community-led conservation and sustainable livelihoods.
At the meeting there was myself, Kez and Jodie representing GVI, and about 10 member of FSF including Matata (Chairman) and Athumani (treasurer). It was really good to see a few of the younger men from Shimoni as well. FSF are in the middle of a recruitment drive, so we had made a presentation for the newcomers, covering the history and past achievements of FSF, current initiatives and future plans.
Some of the FSF members. Matata (Chairman) third from the left, and Athumani (Treasurer) second from the left
First on the agenda was the tourist trail. The tourist trail has been moving ahead well, with the trail cut and ready, but has ground to a frustrating halt due to the lack of tour guides. GVI had offered to fully train the guides, passing on all of our collective knowledge about the flora and fauna of the forest, as well as the broader environmental issues facing the forest. We would also provide some basic training on dealing with tourists and hospitality. Unfortunately, we have had difficulty in finding appropriate candidates.
We hope to have solved this problem now, thanks to the presence of two young men who are part of the Safe Shimoni Youth Group. They loved the idea, and invited us to present the opportunity to their members at their next meeting, as there were many young people just out of school who would jump at the opportunity for free training and further education, and the potential for a job. We went to their meeting yesterday, and are thrilled to have four enthusiastic new applicants!
An area of mangroves that will be seen on the tourist trail
Next on the agenda was the alternative charcoal we have been researching. We have lots of information on various different methods, and have begun stockpiling materials. We are now simply waiting for the prototype briquette press, which has been donated to us FOR FREE! So a massive heartfelt thank you to Paul Alley and the Beaverton Rotary Fuel Briquette Team! We discussed the plans for future training, and already have a group of eager volunteers, thanks to the meeting. We also discussed how to go about harnessing all of the burnable organic waste in the village that is going to fuel our alternative charcoal industry! We are joining forces with the GVI community development team who are planning a waste disposal drive with the Shimoni Health Committee.
An old charcoal pit in the forest
We then put forward the idea of planting fast growing trees such as bamboo and neem, so that they can be harvested for fishing and construction materials – which are a major threat to young trees in the forest at the moment. The major hurdle right now is land. There is little or no land in the area that is not in private hands, so the solution is finding people who own land that is currently unused, who would be willing to let FSF plant these trees. Some ideas included using areas of land in schools, and unused parts of local shambas (farms). It was mentioned that planting trees on and around farms would yield benefits to the farmers, such as soil anchorage. A meeting is being set up with local farmers and the village chiefs to discuss the issue of land.
An example of a young tree - the type harvested for construction
The final point was about tree nurseries. The forest is in desperate need of re-planting, if we are to begin reversing some of the damage done. FSF are going to start indigenous nurseries in schools with the advice and help of a local botanist from National Museums of Kenya. It was decided to start these in schools, as looking after the trees can be done (in part) by the children, and will instil a sense of pride and ownership of the trees, as well as educating them in the importance of indigenous trees to an area like Shimoni Forest.
Trichilia emetica - an indigenous tree that is widely used by primate species for feeding, resting and socialising
All in all we think it was a productive meeting, and the ideas produced a lot of enthusiasm amongst the members and non-members alike. We are going to continue to push these ideas with the communities, and hopefully soon we will have the beginnings of some excellent initiatives that will yield vital changes and benefits, not only for Shimoni forest but for the local people as well.
Source Site: VolunteerMatch
Published: 2010/02/15 19:01:53 -0500
Organization: KidsAndCars.org
Dates: this is an Ongoing opportunity
Location: this is Virtual Opportunity
Categories: Environment, Children & Youth, Emergency & Safety
KidsAndCars.org is looking for volunteers to place "Recycle for Charities" collection boxes at various locations in their communities. The boxes are for people to donate phones and cameras that no ... [Read More]
Source Site: VolunteerMatch
Published: 2010/02/22 03:01:51 -0500
Organization: Hope & A Future
Dates: this is an Ongoing opportunity
Location: this is Virtual Opportunity
Categories: Women, Children & Youth, Community
The Princess Program provides teenage girls who reside in foster care a night to SHINE by hosting a formal ball! We are dedicated to creating positive, memorable, memories for these girls! Each fos... [Read More]
Source Site: GlobalGiving
Published: 2010/02/27 01:02:19 -0500
 | $50 — for a training pack on policy and lawmaking for each of the 40 youth working group members $50 — for each of the 40 youth working group member's community outreach travel $50 — to facilitate travel to meet with local Member of Parliament for each of the 40 youth working group member's  |
Summary
The project will build 40 youth champions for enhanced policy making in Kenyan on policies that will boost youth empowerment, livelihoods and participation.
Project Needs and Beneficiaries
Addressing youth concerns through legislative intervention will provide a sustainable solution and is expected to lead to a youth constituency that is generally more content and one that feels catered for by society. This is bound to lead to a more peaceful and prosperous society in general and in this regard our proposed intervention has the general public as the secondary beneficiaries with the youth being the primary beneficiaries.
Activities
-Creation of 5 Youth Parliamentary Working Groups
-24 regional youth consultative forums spread out in all of Kenya’s 8 administrative provinces
-Interviews with key informants
-training in policymaking
Potential Long Term Impact
• More responsive and inclusive laws that encompass youth concerns in their design
• Continuous dialogue between parliament and Kenya’s youth on parliamentary bills and national policies
Project Message
Youth need to be involved in the lawmaking process in Kenya-it is their right and duty
- Hon. Fred Kapondi, Member of Kenya's Parliament
Project Sponsor: Africa Youth Trust
Theme: Democracy and Governance | Location: Kenya
Funding to Date: $0 | Need:$50,000
Project #4799 on GlobalGiving.com
Source Site: Idealist
Published: 2010/03/09 14:03:27 -0500
YOUTH AMBASSADOR/VOLUNTEER FILMMAKER: GHANA
Youth Challenge International is looking for a volunteer filmmaker to research, write and produce a film, as well as short promotional videos, about YCI’s international development programming. This opportunity is a chance to add to your portfolio, while utilizing your existing skills in television or broadcast to create a product that reflects YCI’s development work. The placement will take place in Ghana for five weeks from July to August 2010.
Focusing on YCI’s key sectors and volunteer activities, the finished products will be used for marketing and outreach, as well as to support YCI’s preparing volunteers. They will be posted through YCI’s online community, as well as presented to national television networks.
Key outputs will include:
• Create a YCI film that can be presented to national television networks and used on social networking mediums
• Create a short advertisement for YCI (approximately two to five minutes in length)
• Provide YCI with all raw footage upon completion of the project
In addition to documenting YCI’s work, the Volunteer Filmmaker may be expected to participate in key project activities.
These activities may include:
• Work in conjunction with peer educators to design and implement small and/or large scale health outreach initiatives.
• Organize trainings for partners and peer educators on selected health topics, including sexual and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, nutrition and substance abuse.
• Work with local partners and peer educators to create linkages between YCI and its partner organizations and other youth-focused HIV/AIDS organizations.
• Work with partners and peer educators to design and implement vocational training materials to train local youth.
• Support local youth in resume/CV development, English language training and information communication technology (ICT) training.
• Facilitate participatory arts initiatives to highlight environmental issues contextual to local youth.
• In conjunction with partners, work to strengthen existing youth groups and income-generation groups with youth members by providing resources, tools and linkages.
Qualifications:
• Previous work experience and/or an academic background in filmmaking, television, documentary or broadcast arts
• Applicants will be required to bring their own equipment
• In addition to five weeks in Ghana, the volunteer will have to ensure that they allot time after their return to edit and create the film/videos
• Strong research, writing and analytical skills
• Ability to multi-task, problem solve and work in a team environment
• Interest, knowledge or experience in international development
• Volunteers between the ages of 18 to 30
• Prior overseas experience an asset
Fundraising Goal:
YCI’s volunteer participants are required to fundraise and/or contribute a minimum of $500 to YCI’s global youth development programs worldwide.
What’s Covered by YCI:
• Preparatory support and pre-project distance learning
• In-country training
• Modest local accommodations and food
• In-country work-related travel
• Comprehensive medical and evacuation insurance
What’s Not Covered by YCI:
• Airfare and personal expenses
• Travel/medical insurance
• Volunteers will be expected obtain the required vaccinations and take anti-malarials at their own expense
Youth Challenge International is looking for a volunteer filmmaker to research, write and produce a film, as well as short promotional videos, about YCI’s international development programming. This opportunity is a chance to add to your portfolio, while utilizing your existing skills in television or broadcast to create a product that reflects YCI’s development work. The placement will take place in Ghana for five weeks from July to August 2010.
Focusing on YCI’s key sectors and volunteer activities, the finished products will be used for marketing and outreach, as well as to support YCI’s preparing volunteers. They will be posted through YCI’s online community, as well as presented to national television networks.
Key outputs will include:
• Create a YCI film that can be presented to national television networks and used on social networking mediums
• Create a short advertisement for YCI (approximately two to five minutes in length)
• Provide YCI with all raw footage upon completion of the project
In addition to documenting YCI’s work, the Volunteer Filmmaker may be expected to participate in key project activities.
These activities may include:
• Work in conjunction with peer educators to design and implement small and/or large scale health outreach initiatives.
• Organize trainings for partners and peer educators on selected health topics, including sexual and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, nutrition and substance abuse.
• Work with local partners and peer educators to create linkages between YCI and its partner organizations and other youth-focused HIV/AIDS organizations.
• Work with partners and peer educators to design and implement vocational training materials to train local youth.
• Support local youth in resume/CV development, English language training and information communication technology (ICT) training.
• Facilitate participatory arts initiatives to highlight environmental issues contextual to local youth.
• In conjunction with partners, work to strengthen existing youth groups and income-generation groups with youth members by providing resources, tools and linkages.
Qualifications:
• Previous work experience and/or an academic background in filmmaking, television, documentary or broadcast arts
• Applicants will be required to bring their own equipment
• In addition to five weeks in Ghana, the volunteer will have to ensure that they allot time after their return to edit and create the film/videos
• Strong research, writing and analytical skills
• Ability to multi-task, problem solve and work in a team environment
• Interest, knowledge or experience in international development
• Volunteers between the ages of 18 to 30
• Prior overseas experience an asset
Fundraising Goal:
YCI’s volunteer participants are required to fundraise and/or contribute a minimum of $500 to YCI’s global youth development programs worldwide.
What’s Covered by YCI:
• Preparatory support and pre-project distance learning
• In-country training
• Modest local accommodations and food
• In-country work-related travel
• Comprehensive medical and evacuation insurance
What’s Not Covered by YCI:
• Airfare and personal expenses
• Travel/medical insurance
• Volunteers will be expected obtain the required vaccinations and take anti-malarials at their own expense
Source Site: Idealist
Published: 2010/02/19 15:02:28 -0500
Become a mentor to a youth in your community!
What is a mentor? A mentor is a trusted friend and guide. It is a caring adult who provides a youth with a one-on-one supportive relationship. As a mentor, you will be there to guide and encourage a youth in your community to help them develop and succeed. You CAN make a difference in the life of a child! Anyone can be a mentor, all it takes is a caring heart and one hour a week for at least a year.
Mass Mentoring Partnership is the only statewide organization solely dedicated to strategically expanding quality youth mentoring in Massachusetts. We have over 165 youth mentoring programs from across the state in our network. Over 30 of those programs are right here in all four counties of Western Mass. We can help you find a volunteer experience that is right for you!
Email Emily Porter at eporter@massmentors.org or visit www.massmentors.org for more information!
What is a mentor? A mentor is a trusted friend and guide. It is a caring adult who provides a youth with a one-on-one supportive relationship. As a mentor, you will be there to guide and encourage a youth in your community to help them develop and succeed. You CAN make a difference in the life of a child! Anyone can be a mentor, all it takes is a caring heart and one hour a week for at least a year.
Mass Mentoring Partnership is the only statewide organization solely dedicated to strategically expanding quality youth mentoring in Massachusetts. We have over 165 youth mentoring programs from across the state in our network. Over 30 of those programs are right here in all four counties of Western Mass. We can help you find a volunteer experience that is right for you!
Email Emily Porter at eporter@massmentors.org or visit www.massmentors.org for more information!
Source Site: Apathy Is Boring
Published: 2010/03/05 14:04:55 -0500
We want you(th) to design a lovely, lively, and alluring LOGO for the RCEN Youth Caucus! Are you up for the creative challenge!? Check out our logo criteria and see what you can win!
Why should I participate?
The winner will get:
- Free registration for the RCEN 2010 Conference held in Montreal, September 17-19, 2010! (does not include transport or accommodation)
- A copy of the thought provoking fiction novel Enviro 1 Making It Personal, which reaches out to all teenagers to spread awareness of the issues affecting the environment and most importantly, to encourage teens to participate in finding solutions. ENVIRO 1 attempts to prepare teens to be future leaders in combating climate change and charting a course for sustained improvement of the environment. Written by Judith Green.
- His or her name (and website, if applicable) published in the RCEN National and Youth Caucus Newsletters!
- His or her logo to appear in all official Youth Caucus documents.
Are there logo criteria?
- The logo must be designed in both French and English (both languages into one logo or each one in individual logos). Official names: RCEN Youth Caucus – Caucus jeunesse du RCEN; an acronym can also be used.
- The size of the logo should be available in a high-resolution format, and submitted as a jpeg image.
- For inspiration, please read the Caucus’ Mission and Mandate: http://www.cen-rce.org/eng/caucuses/youth/index.html.
To participate, please send your logo before March 19, 2010 at marie-pierre@cen-rce.org.
Why should I participate?
The winner will get:
- Free registration for the RCEN 2010 Conference held in Montreal, September 17-19, 2010! (does not include transport or accommodation)
- A copy of the thought provoking fiction novel Enviro 1 Making It Personal, which reaches out to all teenagers to spread awareness of the issues affecting the environment and most importantly, to encourage teens to participate in finding solutions. ENVIRO 1 attempts to prepare teens to be future leaders in combating climate change and charting a course for sustained improvement of the environment. Written by Judith Green.
- His or her name (and website, if applicable) published in the RCEN National and Youth Caucus Newsletters!
- His or her logo to appear in all official Youth Caucus documents.
Are there logo criteria?
- The logo must be designed in both French and English (both languages into one logo or each one in individual logos). Official names: RCEN Youth Caucus – Caucus jeunesse du RCEN; an acronym can also be used.
- The size of the logo should be available in a high-resolution format, and submitted as a jpeg image.
- For inspiration, please read the Caucus’ Mission and Mandate: http://www.cen-rce.org/eng/caucuses/youth/index.html.
To participate, please send your logo before March 19, 2010 at marie-pierre@cen-rce.org.
Source Site: GlobalGiving
Published: 2010/03/10 01:02:21 -0500
 | $25 — provides food for one dog for one month $50 — provides vaccinations and veterinary care for one dog $75 — provides vaccinations, microchip, a veterinary care for one dog |
Summary
To help incarcerated youth learn patience, compassion and responsibility by caring for, training and finding adoptive homes for shelter dogs that might otherwise be euthanized.
Project Needs and Beneficiaries
Project POOCH works with shelters throughout the state of Oregon to save the lives of hundreds shelter dogs that might otherwise be euthanized. Like many of the youth at Project POOCH, the dogs often come from a background of abuse and neglect. For some students and dogs, this relationship is a first experience of unconditional love, and it helps them develop the self-confidence and hope they need to build future relationships.
Activities
Youth practice the principles of positive reinforcement and behavior modification. As the trainers manage their dogs, they learn how to manage their own behavior.
Potential Long Term Impact
Incarcerated youth learn skills that are needed to become caring, productive citizens in the community once they are released from corrections. Shelter dogs find loving, forever, adoptive homes.
Project Message
There are good kids and good dogs but sometimes they do bad things. Both deserve a second chance.
- Ian H. , Project POOCH Youth
Project Sponsor: Project Pooch
Theme: Animals | Location: United States
Funding to Date: $0 | Need:$50,000
Project #4729 on GlobalGiving.com
Source Site: GlobalGiving
Published: 2010/02/27 01:02:19 -0500
 | $25 — 25 will provide 15 kgs maize seed planted to feed a youth household of 10 for 5 months. $500 — $500 will provide sustinable agriculture training for 100 youth headed househols in Chimanimani $1000 — $1000 will provide 30 youth headed households with seed input to start income genarating business |
Summary
This project support 1000 youth with small garden and off field seeds to improve food security and livelihoods optins at family level in Chimanimani Rural District Council of Zimbabwe
Project Needs and Beneficiaries
The project will benefit 1000 youth in Chimanimani Rural District Council in Zimbabwe in addressing hunger and food security challeges affecting youth headed households. The project will support youth with small garden seeds and sustinable agriculture training for youth. The project will reduce unemployment and increase income levels from garden proceeds and improve their livelihoods
Activities
In providing sustinable agriculture training and provision of garden and off field or back yard gardens seed will help youth to plant crops that will provide much needed food and sale of extra proceeds to earn an income.
Potential Long Term Impact
The project will improve the livelihoods and food security of 1000 youth to provide much needed food to their families and improve nutritional levels in Chimanimani, Zimbabwe
Project Message
The project through our garden have managed to provide food for my family of 8 .
- Lucia Chakara aged 24, She is youth aged 24 supporting her family of 8
Project Sponsor: Family-In-Need Trust of Zimbabwe
Theme: Economic Development | Location: Zimbabwe
Funding to Date: $0 | Need:$20,000
Project #4794 on GlobalGiving.com
Source Site: Idealist
Published: 2010/02/18 23:02:31 -0500
ARTs East New York is a non-profit organization, we offer programs for the youth of our community through the "Young ARTist Institute" a 12-week Saturday workshop series for ages 9-17.
We offer the following courses:
Indepent Filmmaking
Fashion Design
Capoeira
Theater
Spoken Word
These 3-hour courses include:
"Positivity Workshops"
Special Guest Speakers
Field Trips
Career Pathing Conversations
Closing Ceremony (Special Event)
Job Description
ARTs East New York is currently looking for a qualified individual to fill the Youth Program Leader position. The qualified applicant will assist in a variety of areas, including, but not limited to:
•Provide a safe environment for youth ages 9-17.
•Supervise and participate with groups of youth in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, including field trips, guest speaker seminars, positivity workshops and more.
•Plan and lead organized special events.
•Interact and relate with youth and serve as a positive role model.
•Work as a team with other Parents, Group Leaders, Instructors, and Supervisors.
•Be an ambassador for ARTs East New York and Young ARTist Institute on and off of site.
•Assist with daily set-up, daily clean up, and transportation.
•Carry out the goals, themes and schedule of the program to provide a consistent and high quality experience.
•Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Youth Program Leader is required to be trained in CPR and First Aid. (AED and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications are a plus but not required). Other requirements related to the position include:
•At least 18 years of age
•Experience working youth ages 9-17.
•Experience implementing youth activities and supervising youth in groups of 8 to 20.
•Completion of all staff training requirements.
•Must be flexible, creative and articulate.
•Must be available for a minimum of 16 weeks during the program dates.
•Must be available for staff training prior to program start date.
You can seriously make all the difference. Apply online at www.artseastny.com, go to volunteers page to complete the application
We offer the following courses:
Indepent Filmmaking
Fashion Design
Capoeira
Theater
Spoken Word
These 3-hour courses include:
"Positivity Workshops"
Special Guest Speakers
Field Trips
Career Pathing Conversations
Closing Ceremony (Special Event)
Job Description
ARTs East New York is currently looking for a qualified individual to fill the Youth Program Leader position. The qualified applicant will assist in a variety of areas, including, but not limited to:
•Provide a safe environment for youth ages 9-17.
•Supervise and participate with groups of youth in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, including field trips, guest speaker seminars, positivity workshops and more.
•Plan and lead organized special events.
•Interact and relate with youth and serve as a positive role model.
•Work as a team with other Parents, Group Leaders, Instructors, and Supervisors.
•Be an ambassador for ARTs East New York and Young ARTist Institute on and off of site.
•Assist with daily set-up, daily clean up, and transportation.
•Carry out the goals, themes and schedule of the program to provide a consistent and high quality experience.
•Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Youth Program Leader is required to be trained in CPR and First Aid. (AED and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications are a plus but not required). Other requirements related to the position include:
•At least 18 years of age
•Experience working youth ages 9-17.
•Experience implementing youth activities and supervising youth in groups of 8 to 20.
•Completion of all staff training requirements.
•Must be flexible, creative and articulate.
•Must be available for a minimum of 16 weeks during the program dates.
•Must be available for staff training prior to program start date.
You can seriously make all the difference. Apply online at www.artseastny.com, go to volunteers page to complete the application
Source Site: Idealist
Published: 2010/03/01 16:03:21 -0500
Youth Mentor – Change a Life & Gain Valuable Experience
Youth Assisting Youth (YAY) is changing lives. YAY provides at-risk and newcomer children aged 6 to 15 with the support and resources that they need to thrive and achieve success through peer support and mentorship.
Position Description:
• The Youth Mentor will spend 3 hours each week with a youth, and act as a mentor and friend, while participating in fun activities and events.
Volunteer Opportunity for males ages 16-29
Become a Mentor at YAY, inspire a kid to succeed and in the process gain a valuable experience.
Do you want to give a child a reason to smile? Then give something precious, give your time!! If you are looking for a volunteer position that is fun and flexible, where you will build your resume and positively impact the life of a kid then Youth Assisting Youth has an opportunity for you. You can volunteer in your community on your own schedule. We are especially looking for males from Etobicoke and York Region as well as Mandarin speaking youth that live Downtown Toronto. Make your life count-- You have the power to make a difference! Become a mentor at YAY and find out how.
You will both benefit!!!!
BENEFITS:
• Increased skills & improved resume
• Personal development
• Opportunity to network and exposure to fields of interest
• Experience the fulfillment of contributing to a kid's well being
• Eligibility for scholarships
• Great references for professional or academic purposes
• Meet a diverse range of people and gain insight and knowledge of issues facing children
CONTACT:
Paula da Rocha
Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: (416) 932-1919 ext 234
Toll Free: 1 877-932-1919
Email: rdarocha@yay.org
ROLE OF VOLUNTEER
• Spend about 3 hours a week with a younger youth engaging in social and/or academic activities
• Providing positive support to kid by coaching, encouraging and inspiring
• Be a Role Model & Have fun
• Share your personal and professional knowledge and experience
• Attend FREE attractions such as professional sports, and other events (optional)
NOTE:
volunteer positions show future employers your drive and dedication. Such accomplishments demonstrate initiative, personal will, leadership skills and the ability to work hard.
Statistics shows that;
Up to 60% of job vacancies are not advertised and end up being filled internally or through external networking.
73% of employers would recruit a candidate with volunteering experience over one without
94% of employers believe that volunteering can add to skills and is more relevant then work experience.
94% of employees who volunteered to learn new skills had benefited either by getting their first job, improving their salary, or being promoted
Youth Assisting Youth (YAY) is changing lives. YAY provides at-risk and newcomer children aged 6 to 15 with the support and resources that they need to thrive and achieve success through peer support and mentorship.
Position Description:
• The Youth Mentor will spend 3 hours each week with a youth, and act as a mentor and friend, while participating in fun activities and events.
Volunteer Opportunity for males ages 16-29
Become a Mentor at YAY, inspire a kid to succeed and in the process gain a valuable experience.
Do you want to give a child a reason to smile? Then give something precious, give your time!! If you are looking for a volunteer position that is fun and flexible, where you will build your resume and positively impact the life of a kid then Youth Assisting Youth has an opportunity for you. You can volunteer in your community on your own schedule. We are especially looking for males from Etobicoke and York Region as well as Mandarin speaking youth that live Downtown Toronto. Make your life count-- You have the power to make a difference! Become a mentor at YAY and find out how.
You will both benefit!!!!
BENEFITS:
• Increased skills & improved resume
• Personal development
• Opportunity to network and exposure to fields of interest
• Experience the fulfillment of contributing to a kid's well being
• Eligibility for scholarships
• Great references for professional or academic purposes
• Meet a diverse range of people and gain insight and knowledge of issues facing children
CONTACT:
Paula da Rocha
Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: (416) 932-1919 ext 234
Toll Free: 1 877-932-1919
Email: rdarocha@yay.org
ROLE OF VOLUNTEER
• Spend about 3 hours a week with a younger youth engaging in social and/or academic activities
• Providing positive support to kid by coaching, encouraging and inspiring
• Be a Role Model & Have fun
• Share your personal and professional knowledge and experience
• Attend FREE attractions such as professional sports, and other events (optional)
NOTE:
volunteer positions show future employers your drive and dedication. Such accomplishments demonstrate initiative, personal will, leadership skills and the ability to work hard.
Statistics shows that;
Up to 60% of job vacancies are not advertised and end up being filled internally or through external networking.
73% of employers would recruit a candidate with volunteering experience over one without
94% of employers believe that volunteering can add to skills and is more relevant then work experience.
94% of employees who volunteered to learn new skills had benefited either by getting their first job, improving their salary, or being promoted
Source Site: Idealist
Published: 2010/02/26 12:03:11 -0500
Peace youth organization seeking for Representatives of youth peace Syria in every country likes to be Coordinator In every country. Now we have our coordinators in Sweden and Iraq.
Coordinators RESPONSIBILITIES:
1- He/She responsible about making relationship with other organization to be our friends and partners to support us and help us with projects.
2- Must have some of knowledge about (peace, war, Human rights, Human women, Domestic Violence, and the politics situation in Middle East).
3-Must be active on society for (media section, youth section, youth issue) etc.
4- He/She will be like reference in her/his country for people. For example: Kate our coordinator in UK so he will be reference for all people who lives in UK. Maybe some organization or foundation or groups have many questions about us our have an idea to make project with us. So of course they will ask Kate.
5- Must looking for partners and give creative ideas to improve our organization.
6- He / she will makes a networks of youth like group in there country. I mean :
In UK. Youth Peace organization UK
In Sweden: Youth peace organization Sweden.
At last we will be like global networks for peace in all over world and every year we will meet like annual meet for international summer camp for youth peace.
Coordinators RESPONSIBILITIES:
1- He/She responsible about making relationship with other organization to be our friends and partners to support us and help us with projects.
2- Must have some of knowledge about (peace, war, Human rights, Human women, Domestic Violence, and the politics situation in Middle East).
3-Must be active on society for (media section, youth section, youth issue) etc.
4- He/She will be like reference in her/his country for people. For example: Kate our coordinator in UK so he will be reference for all people who lives in UK. Maybe some organization or foundation or groups have many questions about us our have an idea to make project with us. So of course they will ask Kate.
5- Must looking for partners and give creative ideas to improve our organization.
6- He / she will makes a networks of youth like group in there country. I mean :
In UK. Youth Peace organization UK
In Sweden: Youth peace organization Sweden.
At last we will be like global networks for peace in all over world and every year we will meet like annual meet for international summer camp for youth peace.
Source Site: Idealist
Published: 2010/02/09 14:08:28 -0500
TASKS: The Hetrick-Martin After-School Department is seeking volunteers to serve as floaters during our program hours. These volunteers will be expected to help provide a safe and fun environment for our youth, ages 12-21. Attend scheduled events (if outside the space) and monitor youth behavior and safety during both an event or daily program. Forward any youth issues to Hetrick-Martin staff.
SCHEDULE: 1 or 2 days a week 3-6:30pm or predetermined portions thereof
REQUIREMENTS: Volunteers must be willing to work with HMI staff members to maintain the safety of youth members. Must have a pleasant and outgoing demeanor and some experience working with youth. Background check and fingerprinting required.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS: An interest in LGBT youth issues is preferred; working with at-risk youth; working with youth; mental health; education background preferred
PURPOSE: To support Hetrick-Martin Staff in maintaining a safe and exciting environment for our youth.
SCHEDULE: 1 or 2 days a week 3-6:30pm or predetermined portions thereof
REQUIREMENTS: Volunteers must be willing to work with HMI staff members to maintain the safety of youth members. Must have a pleasant and outgoing demeanor and some experience working with youth. Background check and fingerprinting required.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS: An interest in LGBT youth issues is preferred; working with at-risk youth; working with youth; mental health; education background preferred
PURPOSE: To support Hetrick-Martin Staff in maintaining a safe and exciting environment for our youth.
Source Site: Idealist
Published: 2010/02/26 05:03:27 -0500
"Naifaru Juvenile" is an NGO officially registered in the concerned Government of Maldives. The Organization was inaugurated and functioned on 31st October 2000. The Organization was established with the following aims.
• To create communal harmony and togetherness within the community thereby encouraging common people to engage community activities.
• To facilitate and search for employment opportunities to the youth.
• Help the educational institutions of the island voluntarily in matters dealing with financial and development activities.
• To promote and develop sports and recreational activities within the community specifically among the youth.
• To educate youth in the field of sports and create awareness among the community about the importance of sports in our daily life.
The Organization had in the past as well as at present have been providing its members various opportunities to participate in educational training programmes, sports activities and achieved remarkable progress at national level in those fields. All these expenses were incurred by the Organization.
The Organization is working closely with its members to develop and train its members for developing their livelihood. The Organization also has very healthy relationship with other NGOs, various community organizations and the government.
(1) Reasons for the request for the Volunteer:
Naifaru is one of the most densely populated islands in the Maldives. More than 48% of the population belongs to the youth. There are very few recreational and sports facilities and activities in the island. Because of this some of youth groups are having their valuable time of life without proper guidance and engage some unacceptable actions and habits.
Hence, precious youth population of the island needs to have organized and sustainable programmes to be conducted for the future of the island.
(2) Post to be given to the Volunteer:
Youth Worker
(3) Actual work to be requested to the Volunteer:
• Help to organize and conduct youth activities. Like awareness programmes, Sports and recreational events.
•
(4) Expected output :
• Carry-out reasonable numbers of youth development activities, sports events and community based development programmes, which helps to lead the community for prosperous future.
(5) Equipment available for the Volunteer that already exists
Office space (fully equipped)
Recreational hall with some facilities.
Multi media projector and a laptop computer for conducting awareness programmes.
Inetrnet Connection, Fax and Photocopying facilities
(6) Required minimum educational background:
Pre-university
(7) Other qualification and experience:
General Knowledge of community Development must fluent english.
Note: - Volunteers will have to pay own flight tickets, Transport inside Maldives (it’s not cost more than USD 100) visa charges according to rule and regulation of country, foods(the monthly food cost around USD250). We only Provide free accommodation, because we don't have enough budget to provide all other expenses.
Volunteer Application You must be at least 18 years old to apply
• To create communal harmony and togetherness within the community thereby encouraging common people to engage community activities.
• To facilitate and search for employment opportunities to the youth.
• Help the educational institutions of the island voluntarily in matters dealing with financial and development activities.
• To promote and develop sports and recreational activities within the community specifically among the youth.
• To educate youth in the field of sports and create awareness among the community about the importance of sports in our daily life.
The Organization had in the past as well as at present have been providing its members various opportunities to participate in educational training programmes, sports activities and achieved remarkable progress at national level in those fields. All these expenses were incurred by the Organization.
The Organization is working closely with its members to develop and train its members for developing their livelihood. The Organization also has very healthy relationship with other NGOs, various community organizations and the government.
(1) Reasons for the request for the Volunteer:
Naifaru is one of the most densely populated islands in the Maldives. More than 48% of the population belongs to the youth. There are very few recreational and sports facilities and activities in the island. Because of this some of youth groups are having their valuable time of life without proper guidance and engage some unacceptable actions and habits.
Hence, precious youth population of the island needs to have organized and sustainable programmes to be conducted for the future of the island.
(2) Post to be given to the Volunteer:
Youth Worker
(3) Actual work to be requested to the Volunteer:
• Help to organize and conduct youth activities. Like awareness programmes, Sports and recreational events.
•
(4) Expected output :
• Carry-out reasonable numbers of youth development activities, sports events and community based development programmes, which helps to lead the community for prosperous future.
(5) Equipment available for the Volunteer that already exists
Office space (fully equipped)
Recreational hall with some facilities.
Multi media projector and a laptop computer for conducting awareness programmes.
Inetrnet Connection, Fax and Photocopying facilities
(6) Required minimum educational background:
Pre-university
(7) Other qualification and experience:
General Knowledge of community Development must fluent english.
Note: - Volunteers will have to pay own flight tickets, Transport inside Maldives (it’s not cost more than USD 100) visa charges according to rule and regulation of country, foods(the monthly food cost around USD250). We only Provide free accommodation, because we don't have enough budget to provide all other expenses.
Volunteer Application You must be at least 18 years old to apply
Source Site: GiveMeaning
Published: 2010/02/23 16:12:08 -0500
Equal Opportunity Society (part of OA Projects) is carrying on from where Opportunitas Aequa started last year in northern Uganda. Working in direct partnership with the Youth Coalition for Peace, Equal Opportunity Society is helping to build peace and gender equity amongst the youth community by...
Deadline: Mar 25, 2010
Tags: Peace, soccer, uganda, war, youth
Source Site: GiveMeaning
Published: 2010/02/24 15:01:47 -0500
OA Projects* is working in partnership with the Youth Coalition for Peace in northern Uganda to build peace and gender equity amongst the youth by using soccer. As part of the overall project (referred to in northern Uganda as Gum Marom - Acholi for "Equal Opportunity"), a Soccer League...
Current: $64 Total Needed: $9,036
Tags: Peace, soccer, uganda, war, youth
Source Site: GlobalGiving
Published: 2010/02/27 01:02:19 -0500
 | $150 — Can start a small business for 1 person in the slums $500 — Could initiates a group income generating activity $2500 — Can train 900 women & 300 youth in Enterprise Dev. &Mgt |
Summary
The project imparts business management skills to 900 women and 300 youth; provides credit to start business to 150 youth and 450 women in slums Nairobi slums through a revolving fund.
Project Needs and Beneficiaries
The project addresses the high rates of unemployment and lack of livelihood support among youth and women in the urban slums of Pumwani, Mukuru and Kibera in Nairobi by offering skills in business management and access to credit to start small businesses. This we do to help reduce unemployment and poverty among the youth in the slums. Where there is no poverty, there is access to education, health services and crimes are reduced.
Activities
Provide training on enterprise development and record keeping to existing business people to improve management and enhance expansion therefore increasing income levels. availing creditl for business start up as an alternative source of livelihood.
Potential Long Term Impact
The project will provide alternative livelihood support to 1200 people living in nairobi slums to improve their standards of living through training in enterprise development and access to credit facilities, thus reducing poverty and unemployment.
Project Message
'Thanks to SIDAREC, I now have a business that takes care of my needs and am able to fend for my siblings'
- Isaac Sagala, Beneficiary
Project Sponsor: Slums Information Development & Resource (SIDAREC)
Theme: Economic Development | Location: Kenya
Funding to Date: $0 | Need:$75,000
Project #4813 on GlobalGiving.com
Source Site: GlobalGiving
Published: 2010/02/27 01:02:19 -0500
 | $336 — Library $600 — Travelling & networking $783 — Life skill sessions |
Summary
The programme focuses on the critical issue of livelihood for youth. The aim is to enable the youth in making informed choices in life by generating awareness among them about livelihood options.
Project Needs and Beneficiaries
Youth growing up with little access to resources, education, awareness and productive employment are easy targets for creating alienation and discontent. Adressing this and based on a feasibility study mapping the skill sets of 250 youth from the marginalised communities, SAHER conceived of an employability programme as an extension to its active citizenship programme. 20 youth are currently involved in this pilot project.
Activities
-Workshops, sessions on employability and exposure visits on livelihood options and career guidance
-Basic Courses in Computers and Workplace English
-Creating opportunities for training and internship to enhance employability
Potential Long Term Impact
To build a collective of young people, who recognize their self-worth and are aware of their rights and to facilitate a process whereby youth receive information on available opportunities and are guided towards making informed choices.
Project Message
"This is the first time someone has asked me about my dreams and what really interests me. Now I realise my potential to explore my aspirations and access opportunities."
- Shailesh Kadam (21 year old), Respondent to Feasibility Study mapping skills
Project Sponsor: Society for Awareness, Harmony and Equal Rights (SAHER)
Theme: Economic Development | Location: India
Funding to Date: $0 | Need:$26,113
Project #4736 on GlobalGiving.com
Source Site: Idealist
Published: 2010/02/16 13:08:10 -0500
The YWCA is looking for positive, encouraging adults to mentor and empower young girls through creativity and technology. If you have a love for math, science, technology and/or art- please think about how you can contribute to the lives of young girls in the Valley. By sharing your passion, you are empowering middle school aged girls to express themselves in positive ways!
Past projects have included: digital photography, filmmaking, computer animation, outdoor science, graphic design, diversity awareness through art media
Volunteer responsibilities include: supervising youth alongside YWCA staff member, facilitating activity, set up/break down of activity, actively engaging youth.
Ideal time commitment: 2:30-4:30 1x weekly, Monday-Thursday during school year
8hrs/week, Monday -Thursday during summer months
Required Skills: experience with youth, pass a criminal background check, basic computer skills
Skills
basic computer skills
experience with youth
Past projects have included: digital photography, filmmaking, computer animation, outdoor science, graphic design, diversity awareness through art media
Volunteer responsibilities include: supervising youth alongside YWCA staff member, facilitating activity, set up/break down of activity, actively engaging youth.
Ideal time commitment: 2:30-4:30 1x weekly, Monday-Thursday during school year
8hrs/week, Monday -Thursday during summer months
Required Skills: experience with youth, pass a criminal background check, basic computer skills
Skills
basic computer skills
experience with youth
Source Site: Idealist
Published: 2010/02/17 01:02:31 -0500
Hampy is a non-profit organization, created in November 2004, whose central objectives are:
To provide sustainable development at local, regional and national levels.
To innovate methods of teaching Spanish to foreigners through interactive, fun and experiential classes.
To innovate volunteer work through well-organized and structured projects.
To create preventive therapy and health programs
Hampy is currently working on projects in several public and private institutions within the Andean city of Cusco and the province of Acomayo, in addition to pilot projects in the rural communities of Chocco and Kuychiro. All of their endeavours must meet basic requirements in keeping with Hampy's general mandate - to develop programmes that have a therapeutic, preventative and rehabilitative focus in the areas of physical and mental health, education and economic and ecologic resource management.
This placement needs volunteers because One of the largest projects currently running within the community of Chocco is a youth group that meets three times per week. The primary focus of this group is to proactively reach and educate the next generation of Chocco in an attempt to increase their awareness of the potential for growth within the community. Each two-hour session includes training on how to run a small business; English language training; teamwork activities and problem-solving skills.
Chocco has social problems like teen pregnancy, alcoholism and domestic violence. These issues need to be addressed so that solutions can be found to ensure the safety and well-being of the next generation in Chocco.
Volunteers can assist by doing the following tasks:
The members of this group work collaboratively to set and accomplish realistic goals for the community. The project is designed to help the youth develop ways of generating employment opportunities for themselves as well as building a more economically secure future for the community.
We are attempting to address Choccos social problems at the source. We also want to improve the communitys economy through the following activities: 1. Eco-hikes through the community and surrounding area with local guides (children and teenagers). These hikes present a guide to local plants and flowers and how they are used in everyday life. The hikes are being marketed to the local community and tourists in order to put money back into the community.
2. Selling hand-woven items (made by the women from the community) to the tourist groups.
3. A childrens crafts market directed at the tourist groups.
4. Eco-camps in the Chocco community. A camp is being built where locals/tourists can stay overnight.
5. Helping to plant trees.
6. Cleanning the river campaign (to organize and promote an activitie in the school and in the community).
7. To start a campaign to promote the 3R´s: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Specific activities for volunteers:
-To organize working groups.
-To provide technical sessions for each project.
-To promote and look for the best way to support the projects.
-To look for and manage donations (fundrasing).
Volunteers with the following specific skills are preferred for this placement:
Child & Youth Worker
At-Risk Youth Work
Leadership Programming
Recreational Programming
Social Worker (BSW)
Social Work Student
Psychologist
Psychology Student
Addiction Counseling
Forestry
Environmental Science
Biology
Waste Management
Sanitation System Design
Alternative Agricultural Technology
Composting Systems
To provide sustainable development at local, regional and national levels.
To innovate methods of teaching Spanish to foreigners through interactive, fun and experiential classes.
To innovate volunteer work through well-organized and structured projects.
To create preventive therapy and health programs
Hampy is currently working on projects in several public and private institutions within the Andean city of Cusco and the province of Acomayo, in addition to pilot projects in the rural communities of Chocco and Kuychiro. All of their endeavours must meet basic requirements in keeping with Hampy's general mandate - to develop programmes that have a therapeutic, preventative and rehabilitative focus in the areas of physical and mental health, education and economic and ecologic resource management.
This placement needs volunteers because One of the largest projects currently running within the community of Chocco is a youth group that meets three times per week. The primary focus of this group is to proactively reach and educate the next generation of Chocco in an attempt to increase their awareness of the potential for growth within the community. Each two-hour session includes training on how to run a small business; English language training; teamwork activities and problem-solving skills.
Chocco has social problems like teen pregnancy, alcoholism and domestic violence. These issues need to be addressed so that solutions can be found to ensure the safety and well-being of the next generation in Chocco.
Volunteers can assist by doing the following tasks:
The members of this group work collaboratively to set and accomplish realistic goals for the community. The project is designed to help the youth develop ways of generating employment opportunities for themselves as well as building a more economically secure future for the community.
We are attempting to address Choccos social problems at the source. We also want to improve the communitys economy through the following activities: 1. Eco-hikes through the community and surrounding area with local guides (children and teenagers). These hikes present a guide to local plants and flowers and how they are used in everyday life. The hikes are being marketed to the local community and tourists in order to put money back into the community.
2. Selling hand-woven items (made by the women from the community) to the tourist groups.
3. A childrens crafts market directed at the tourist groups.
4. Eco-camps in the Chocco community. A camp is being built where locals/tourists can stay overnight.
5. Helping to plant trees.
6. Cleanning the river campaign (to organize and promote an activitie in the school and in the community).
7. To start a campaign to promote the 3R´s: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Specific activities for volunteers:
-To organize working groups.
-To provide technical sessions for each project.
-To promote and look for the best way to support the projects.
-To look for and manage donations (fundrasing).
Volunteers with the following specific skills are preferred for this placement:
Child & Youth Worker
At-Risk Youth Work
Leadership Programming
Recreational Programming
Social Worker (BSW)
Social Work Student
Psychologist
Psychology Student
Addiction Counseling
Forestry
Environmental Science
Biology
Waste Management
Sanitation System Design
Alternative Agricultural Technology
Composting Systems