Students have the opportunity to travel during yearly breaks to developing countries to lend a helping hand with a local community project. These projects, in countries such as Malaysia, Thailand, Fiji, and Nepal, work on a diverse range of projects from building houses to teaching in local primary and high schools and implementing systems of change.
Responsibilities
Volunteers will be engaged with the local community projects, such as building houses to teaching local students.
How to get involved
Apply online at http://arc.unsw.edu.au/globalvillage
Positions
- Coordinator
- Team Leader
- Volunteer
Training
Volunteers will be trained on the basics of trip management and Workplace, Health and Safety. On the job-training is provided through-out the program in areas such as teaching, sensitivity and construction.
Duration
During breaks between semesters.
Accreditation
- Accredited by UNSW Advantage = Yes
(For recognition on Australia Higher Education Graduation Statement)
Availability of activity
Type of activity
Interest area / Advantages
Fundraising & events, Sport, outdoor & physical activities, Tutoring & mentoring, Youth work
Skills required and/or developed
Cross-cultural & global citizenship, Event & project management, Interpersonal & communication, Leadership, Organisational & time management, Problem solving & practical skills, Team work & networking
Contacts and more information
For more information about co-curricular activities, see UNSW Advantage.