Volunteer Programme 2012 – Coordinator Applications Open.

Would you like to lead a team in India or Kenya next summer? Suas are now recruiting 13 exceptional young leaders for our Coordinator Team. For more, see our Coordinator Recruitment Page.

Volunteer Programme 2012 – Volunteer Applications Now Closed.

 Applications for the Volunteer role on the 2012 Volunteer Programme (VP12) are now closed. For updates, please follow our Facebook Page and Twitter Feed.

We are currently recruiting 13 leaders to join our Coordinator Team - for more see our Coordinator Application Page.

These pages provide an overview of the Suas Volunteer Programme: what it’s about, who’s involved and the challenges you may face. For potential Volunteers, we hope that these pages will give you an insight into whether or not the Programme is right for you.

The Suas Volunteer Programme provides an opportunity to work overseas for 10 weeks; with 9 weeks in a community-based school or educational project in India or Kenya.  The Programme will give you the opportunity to develop your professional skills, work in a team and learn about development issues in our interconnected world.

Since 2002, 702 Suas Volunteers have worked with our overseas Partners; the dedication of previous participants has enabled the continuation and development of the Programme. Today, the Volunteer Programme continues to evolve; building upon the success of previous years and responding to the ongoing challenges faced by each partner organisation.

Supporting Education in Our Partner Schools

The Suas Volunteer Programme is a professional work placement; it is demanding, challenging and rewarding. Volunteers work with local teachers for an average of 40 hours per week: assisting with curricular development and activities, providing one-to-one support to children, producing Teaching Learning Materials (TLMs) and supplying IT support.  Volunteers are also involved in a number of extra-curricular activities, including: summer camps, arts and crafts, football, rugby, hurling and drama.

Betty Nyagoha with students in Gatoto, Nairobi

Creating Networks of Young People to Make a Difference

The Programme is a way to meet like-minded individuals and work towards change, both in Ireland and overseas. It's about leadership and serving the needs of others. The Programme facilitates the creation of a network of young people; many of whom make far-reaching contributions to their local communities following their placement. Along with the 9 week work placement, the Programme also includes “Global Perspectives” – a learning strand where Volunteers explore issues of development, including a week-long workshop in-country.  

Being Part of our Overseas Partnership Model

The Volunteer Programme is part of the wider service provided by Suas to our overseas Partners; the Programme builds trust and respect, and helps us work together to make a real difference.

If you have any questions that aren't answered by these pages or the FAQ, please contact Mary or Dermot at vp@suas.ie or call +353 1 662 1412. 

* Please note that placements are not guaranteed, and that each placement is subject to a security review prior to departure. Final details of each placement will be provided not less than seven days before departure.

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