The main program areas at YCG are:
Field Program
THIS OPPORTUNITY IS FOR YOU!
Are you looking for an exciting volunteer program that combines grassroots community development, personal development, teamwork and community service? You’ve come to the right place!
Youth
Challenge
Guyana
combines
community
development
and
health
education
and
promotion
in
adventurous
projects
carried
out
by
teams
of
volunteers
aged
18-30
years.
Powerful projects
- Travel to the hinterlands of Guyana
- Live and work alongside community members
- Build and improve schools, health posts and water supplies
- Organize youth skills summits - bringing together hinterland youth from small villages
- Work with local professionals to help deliver Primary Health Care, HIV/AIDS/STI’s, Gender Equity, Leadership, and Small Business Management workshops
Skills to get ahead in today's world!
- Build leadership skills
- Strengthen your risk management & decision-making skills
- Hone your group management skills
- Enhance your problem solving skills
- Plan and co-ordinate project activities
- Learn Cross-Cultural Communication skills
Volunteers represent several countries and come from all walks of life. Living conditions are basic and work schedules are demanding. An experienced staff team ensures projects are dynamic and results oriented. Self-discovery, personal growth and community development are key elements in all activities. Project departures occur throughout the year.
APPLY NOW! (click here for application form)
