Volunteer in Indonesia Info Booklet

In Indonesia

ABOUT GLOBAL VOLUNTEER Global Volunteer is a 6 weeks cross-cultural volunteer experience for youth in Malaysia who seek to develop themselves and the world. You expand your global network and learn to communicate effectively, while contributing to something that matters. Overall benefits:

Experience a ross Cultural Environment Challenge Yourself out of your comfort zone Develop Yourself and your leadership Go for a Volunteer Experience

WHY DO WE PROVIDE GLOBAL VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE? Global Volunteer projects exist around the world because as an organisation, we want to act for what the world needs. We want to become a youth movement where youth in Malaysia and youth everywhere can develop themselves while striving to achieve the 17 Global Sustainable Development Goals by the year 2030.

We aim to activate youth for a better future and for a united Malaysia.

REQUIREMENTS The main requirement for Global Volunteer is to a proactive Malaysian that wants to grow and contribute!

BENEFITS Visa & logistical support

Accommodation provided Commit to a 6 weeks duration for your project (minimum duration)

Airport pick-up

Be aged 18 to 30 Pay the administrative fee of RM600, purchase your insurance and travel ticket Be responsive to all AIESEC communications and attend preparation spaces before departure.

Be ready to make a social impact and develop yourself like never before

Experience the world, new cultures and make new friends Receive preparatory support on goalsetting, social skill development, leadership.

ABOUT INDONESIA GENERAL

Indonesia, a sprawling archipelago of more than 13,000 islands, is one of south east Asia's most diverse treasures. It's remarkable and varied landscape contains innumerable contrasts; from idyllic white sand beaches to fiery volcanoes, and from rugged barren landscapes to dense jungle inhabited by exotic animals.

CULTURE & TRAVEL The Indonesian people themselves are as varied as the landscapes they inhabit.

Indonesia is the world's largest Islamic country with 90% of the country's 235m population practicing Muslims, but there are also many other religious influences present in the country including Hinduism, Buddhism and Christianity. Culture is correspondingly varied and over 350 languages are spoken throughout the archipelago.

With a culture and people so rich and diverse, Indonesia is one of south east Asia's most attractive destinations.

ABOUT INDONESIA VISA & TRAVEL COSTS Malaysians need a visa to stay in Indonesia to join Global Volunteer Program which is more than 30 days.

The living cost in Indonesia is relatively lower than Malaysia, which differs according to the location of the project. The price range of food in Indonesia is around 25,000 Rp. Ojeks (or ojegs) are motorcycle riders who take pillion passengers for a bargainable price. Large buses aren't used much as a means of city transport except on Java

SOCIETY Limited access to education in rural areas has contributed to increased urbanization as families relocate to cities in order to acquire better education. Furthermore, the number of qualified teachers is still not evenly distributed in rural areas.

Global Volunteer Program in Indonesia that focusses on SDG 4 Quality Education plays a very important in bringing more education opportunity and international exposure to underprivileged ones.

ABOUT INDONESIA SOCIETY

Environmental issues in Indonesia are associated with the country's high population density and rapid industrialisation, and they are often given a lower priority due to high poverty levels, and an under-resourced governance.

Issues include large-scale deforestation (much of it illegal) and related wildfires causing heavy smog over parts of western Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore; over-exploitation of marine resources; and environmental problems associated with rapid urbanisation and economic development, including air pollution, traffic congestion, garbage management, and reliable water and waste water services.

CHECK OUT PAST VOLUNTEERS! NAME: Mikaela Chong � It is a journey that a youth deserves to have in their lives. At least once in a lifetime, to let one to experience how to live in other country as a citizen but not just for vacation. It will make the one realizes how much we have and how much we can do more to improve. �

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Is food/accommodation provided by the hosting entity?

It depends on the projects (opportunities). Some of the projects provide free food and accommodation, while some other might require you to support yourself. First comes first serve basis. Apply now before it runs out!

Is insurance provided?

Unfortunately, it is not provided by AIESEC in Sri Lanka, hence you will need to purchase it on your own. We will support in terms of the documentation required.

During the Exchange, am I the only Exchange Participant there?

Majority of our projects (opportunities) are done with a group of participants from other countries and nationalities. The average number of participants in a Global Volunteer project usually ranges from 3 to 20.

Will I be assisted throughout my exchange period?

Yes. There will be project managers assisting you throughout your exchange abroad.

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