2 weeks from $1295USD

Located in Salta (far north of Argentina), this organization was founded with the purpose of assisting impoverished mothers who had no one to care for their children while they worked all day. This centre, gave them a safe place to leave their children during the work day. Mothers are assured their children will be given a nutritious meal and a snack each day.

There are 50 young children and adolescents who attend this centre on a daily basis. Ages range from 2 to 17 years old. They participate in activities such as tending a garden where the children learn to plant and care for the plants. The children also learn to raise rabbits, and chickens for eggs. Each day they are assisted with their school work and are able to participate in all types of different workshops.

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Project Details

• Project Duration: Min 2 weeks – Long Term
• Project Costs: TBD
• Project Location: Salta, Argentina.
• Arrival Airport: Martin Miguel Airport (SLA) from Buenos Aires.
• By Bus from Buenos Aires: Leave from Retiro Bus Station and arrive in Salta (17 hours)

• Activities: Assist in care of children, preparing and serving food, maintenance of centre, assist in vegetable garden, and assist with school work.

• Working Hours: Flexible; Monday to Friday up to 7 hours a day, all other time is free.
• Getting to the project: 15 to 20 minutes by bus and then a two block walk to the project. Cost of roundtrip bus fare is $2.70 pesos daily.

• Requirements: Minimum Age 18

What’s Included

• Accommodation: Home-stay (Shared Room)
• Airport Pickup: Included on arrival day if arriving into Buenos Aires. If you are arriving in in Buenos Aires, the volunteer coordinator will meet you prior to your departure to Salta. If flying directly to Salta, the volunteer coordinator there will pick you up.

• Training: Pre-departure “Introductory Package” will be mailed and in-country orientation with our Volunteer Coordinator.
• Support: Pre-departure briefing & help-desk, local in-country Volunteer Coordinator and 24 hour emergency support.
• Bonus: “Welcome Package” with and AAV t-shirt, local tips and coupons to help you get settled quickly and enhance the duration of your stay!

Ask about adding Spanish Language Classes to your trip!

What’s NOT Included

• Airfare: However, we would be more than happy to help you find and schedule your flight.
• Medical Insurance: Volunteers MUST have travel medical insurance for the duration of their trip.
• Project Transportation: 2.70 pesos roundtrip (approx. $.70 cents USD)