Volunteer Abroad This Summer
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APPLICATION PROCESS
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Taking part in “GoVolunteer this Summer” with AIESEC UK gives you a unique opportunity to volunteer in a new and exciting country, with a global network of young people to support you along the way.
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Volunteer abroad this summer to develop yourself ,and others, and to impact a new local community and culture. By volunteering on Community Development projects such as HIV/AIDS initiative development, to education placements teaching leadership and cultural awareness. You will challenge yourself, have a real practical learning experience and add fantastic employability skills to your CV. Having the opportunity to have impact - on both yourself and the local community you will discover and volunteer as part of - is one not to be missed!
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AIESEC is the world’s largest youth-led organisation, meaning your international experience will be facilitated by fellow students or recent graduates across the world. As a not-for-profit, AIESEC keep its costs as low as possible to simply remain sustainable as a charitable organisation. AIESEC, and the impact it has, is recognised globally by worldleading employers such as PwC, Deutsche Post DHL and UBS. AIESEC provides a global support network both in the UK and the hosting country.
Why Volunteer? A volunteer abroad experience can be an invaluable part of your personal and professional development. By taking yourself out of your comfort zone, both in the nature of the environment you will be living in and project you will be undertaking, this summer will have a genuine impact on you. Furthermore, such an experience is a well sought-after addition to your CV, as well as potentially being an important step into shaping what you are looking to do for the 2
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Ready for the challenge of a lifetime?
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Contribute to the development of a local rural community in supporting initiatives to deal with local issues.
Have you ever thought about volunteering in Kenya?
AIESEC Kenya offer a wide range of community development projects under the banner of Kuleana Youth Programme Kenya. These projects aim to improve education, give access and improve the quality of basic life needs, and most importantly achieve financial, environmental and social sustainability. within the local community Positions vary in the project teams, which includes both international and local students, in areas such as communications, human resources and fundraising roles.
This is one of hundreds of Community Develoment projects available for you to discover across the whole of the developing world! Get involved to find the one that will impact your summer!
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AT A GLANCE
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£350 administration fee 6+ weeks volunteer placement abroad Awesome AIESEC experience
EPIC 2013. Exchange Participant Induction Conferences are perfect to prepare you for your international experience with AIESEC. Local support from both AIESEC in your university in the UK and in the local community where you traveling to, including an initial arrival orientation. 24 hour support telephone line from AIESEC UK. Flight and insurance support provided by STA Travel. HomeComing 2013. Our Reintegration Conference to complete your volunteer or work abroad experience upon your return.
PROJECTS Ready for the challenge of a lifetime? Contribute to the development of a rural community by supporting initiatives related to local issues. .: Raisie awareness about the dangers of HIV, AIDs and how to
avoid it in various countries across Africa
Eligibility Checklist Are you:
A University student in the UK? Passionate about volunteering?
.: Empower local communities in areas of human and children’s
If you ticked the boxes above,
rights, through the creation and delivery of workshops and learning activities.
AIESEC exchange experience
Make an impact this summer, not only to yourself, but to a new community which you will immerse yourself into.
you are ready to apply for an
OTHER COSTS TO CONSIDER You will need to account for third party fees including personal support funds, your visa, insurance and flights. For the latter two, we recommend our partner travel providers STA Travel.
this summer.
Read some exchange stories at www.aiesec.co.uk/stories 4
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EDUCATION
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Have you ever thought about volunteering in Bahrain for the summer?
Ajyal is a project organised by AIESEC Barain aiming to impact local students to be future entrepreneurs, developping leadership qualities and adding an international aspect to their cultural education. This is fulfilled by delivering workshops in high school and universities as part of a multinational team. All workshops will be co-created and delivered by you (all in English)! Are you looking for such a challenge? This projects lasts 6 weeks, running throughout the summer, and includes accommodation, transportation (for work purposes) and pocket money for participants. This is one of hundreds of Education projects available for you to discover across the whole of the developing world! Get involved to find the one that will impact your summer!
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AT A GLANCE
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ÂŁ350 administration fee 6+ weeks Volunteer placement abroad Awesome AIESEC experience
EPIC 2013. Exchange Participant Induction Conferences are perfect to prepare you for your international experience with AIESEC. Local support from both AIESEC in your university in the UK and in the local community where you traveling to, including an initial arrival orientation. 24 hour support telephone line from AIESEC UK. Flight and insurance support provided by STA Travel. HomeComing 2013. Our Reintegration Conference to complete your volunteer or work abroad experience upon your return.
PROJECTS Eligibility Checklist
Seize the chance to support the education of local students across any part of the developing world, we offer volunteer education placements around the world (excluding the native-English speaking world and western Europe). Be part of a truly international team working to create and deliver workshops, not just teaching children english, but also aspects of culture and leadership. In such local communities, it is vital to support local students in their developmentand awareness of global issues.
Are you:
A University student in the UK? Passionate about volunteering?
If you ticked the boxes above, you are ready to apply for an AIESEC exchange experience
OTHER COSTS TO CONSIDER You will need to account for third party fees including personal support funds, your visa, insurance and flights. For the latter two, we recommend our partner travel providers STA Travel.
this summer.
Read some exchange stories at www.aiesec.co.uk/stories 6
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ENTREPRENEURSHIP
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Have you ever thought about volunteering in Brazil for the summer?
Impact the Third Sector is a project developed by AIESEC Brazil to generate a direct social impact by supporting, developing and impacting small and medium sized foundations, offering a great opportunity for personal and professional development. The project usually cover issues such as:
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Fundraising: leading events, developing projects and campaigns. Communication: branding and volunteering recruitment focus. Management: project management as well as in others aspects of the charity.
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AT A GLANCE
PROJECTS
ÂŁ350 administration fee
Looking for a short-term volunteering experience within a not-forprofit or charity, with the role more transferable to your budding career?
6 weeks Volunteer placement abroad
Volunteer in roles covering areas such as communications, fundraising, human resources or general management to make a real impact in local charities and further onto local communities.
Awesome AIESEC experience
Such opportunities are mainly present in Colombia and Brazil, offering impactful summer opportunities for both yourself and others around you. Take a step into developing the Third Sector!
This is one of hundreds of Entrepreneurship projects available for you to discover - common across the whole of the developing world! Get involved to find the one to impact your summer!
Eligibility Checklist Are you:
A University student in the UK? Passionate about Volunteering?
If you ticked the boxes above,
EPIC 2013. Exchange Participant Induction Conferences are perfect to prepare you for your international experience with AIESEC. Local support from both AIESEC in your university in the UK and in the local community where you traveling to, including an initial arrival orientation. 24 hour support telephone line from AIESEC UK. Flight and insurance support provided by STA Travel. HomeComing 2013. Our Reintegration Conference to complete your volunteer or work abroad experience upon your return.
OTHER COSTS TO CONSIDER You will need to account for third party fees including personal support funds, your visa, insurance and flights. For the latter two, we recommend our partner travel providers STA Travel.
you are ready to apply for an AIESEC exchange experience this summer.
Read some exchange stories at www.aiesec.co.uk/stories 8
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Environmental Issues
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Imagine spending your summer making an impact in Vietnam!
Earth and Me is a project developed by AIESEC Vietnam aimed to raise awareness on three key topics; waste management, animal protection & energy and greenhouse gas emission. As part of an international team, you will organise and run engaging workshops and seminars, educating hundreds of local students. Imagine the sustainable impact that you could make on the local environment and the longer lasting effects it would have!
EPIC 2013. Exchange Participant Induction Conferences are perfect to prepare you for your international experience with AIESEC. Local support from both AIESEC in your university in the UK and in the local community where you traveling to, including an initial arrival orientation. 24 hour support telephone line from AIESEC UK. Flight and insurance support provided by STA Travel.
PROJECTS
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AT A GLANCE
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Looking for a volunteer challenge to make an impact in the area of environmental stability, knowledge building and awareness education?
£350 administration fee 6 weeks Volunteer placement abroad Awesome AIESEC experience
Then volunteering under Environmental Issues is the challenge you are looking for! With opportunities primarily in East Asia, you can make a real difference in communities which are looking for sustainable development, which is a growing issue in our ever changing world.
Seize this opportunity for something you’re passionate about, and to make a summer difference!experience! Have an insane
This is one of hundreds of Environmental projects available for you to discover across the whole of the developing world! Get involved to find the one to impact your summer!
HomeComing 2013. Our Reintegration Conference to complete your volunteer or work abroad experience upon your return.
Eligibility Checklist Are you:
A University student in the UK? Passionate about Volunteering?
If you ticked the boxes above, you are ready to apply for an AIESEC exchange experience
OTHER COSTS TO CONSIDER You will need to account for third party fees including personal support funds, your visa, insurance and flights. For the latter two, we recommend our partner travel providers STA Travel.
this summer.
Read some exchange stories at www.aiesec.co.uk/stories 10
APPLICATION Process
Sign-up at www.aiesec.co.uk. Fill out our GoGlobal application, which is automatically sent post sign-up. Attend an assessment centre run by your Local AIESEC Committee. Only applicants deemed suitable will pass the initial assessment centre run by your Local AIESEC Committee. Successful applicants will be invited to the payment stage.
A little bit about AIESEC Tens
of thousands of students and recent graduates, each year, in over 100 countries manage an organisation that facilitates tens of thousands of international exchanges so that young people may experience and understand cultures other than their own.
OUR MISSION
AIESEC develops responsible, global leaders.
HOW WE DO IT
by providing a self-driven, practical learning experience.
WHAT WE ENVISION
Peace and fulfilment of humankind’s potential
Post-payment is access to our database outlining the range of over 5,000 volunteer opportunities available this summer.
AIESEC BENEFITS
Your Local AIESEC Committee will support any searching and applications for volunteer placements. Once accepted and confirmed to your volunteer placement, with an internal contract, you can continue with your visa and flight booking process. Preparation for your AIESEC GoVolunteer placement. Have an insane summer experience!
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Personalised flight booking service, perfect for long-distance travel
We believe
that being part of this global community, taking these management and leadership opportunities and having the chance to learn and question our roles in society gives us as AIESECers a bit of power and direction in becoming change agents for positive impact.
20% off travel insurance for exchange participants, when booking their travel insurance through STA travel 10% off a wide range of STA extras, such as tours, day trips and activities if you want to stay & play! For more information please contact aiesec@statravel.co.uk or call 08714680668 mentioning AIESEC 12
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