Introduction to Microprojects

In partnership with our colleagues at AIPC Pandora in Spain we can offer a selection of interesting Microprojects for volunteers.  These 3 week Microprojects take place in 12 different countries in South America, Asia and Africa in the months of July and August 2011.

Each project has space for 6-10 participants and are suitable for a diverse range of people from different backgrounds, training and education. 

These projects respond to local needs in the areas of education, health and environment. Pre-departure training (in Spanish) is provided by AIPC Pandora in Madrid over a weekend in June to ensure that participants have the skills needed to undertake and develop projects successfully. Cultural activities further enrich the experience of each participant. In many of the projects, volunteers are housed with local families. 

South Africa 

• Project: Prochorus, Cape Town

• Date: August 2011.

• Availability: 10 places

• Cost: 2487 €uros

Prochorus.  The volunteers will work on several activities. Some of the tasks will be teaching basic computer skills in the community library and a community centre in the neighbourhood and tutoring local school children. In addition they will assist in child care (help with children, play, education ...), support work and assistance for people with disabilities. AIPC Pandora manages a Nursery Sponsorship programme in the area, which is aimed at their restoration and improvement.

Included in the price

• Pre-departure training in Madrid
• Flights from Spain to South Africa
• Airport transfers in South Africa
• Food and host family accommodation
• Insurance

Not included in the price

• Travel costs to Spain
• Personal spending money