Volunteering in Brazil!

Poverty is an issue that affects many people in Brazil. A great many families live in the infamous favelas, which are in essence the neighborhoods for the poor, often built with minimal resources for the people living there. The families that live here most often require two working parents, which mean their children require daycare for their protection.

As the areas suffer a lack of services, there simply are not enough daycare or childcare centers to meet the community's needs. Global Crossroads childcare volunteer opportunity in Brazil aims to provide care and attention to these kids, and help alleviate this need.

While taking part in childcare program, you will take a hands on role with the children in care. You will teach basic English, provide essential life skills to the children, and develop creative ideas. At times you will be promoting fundraising activities.

Share your love and passion for children and provide relief and support to families in need. Visit the project page to find pricing and complete information.

Brazil has the lowest English proficiency rate in South America.  Everybody studies English in school to some degree, but opportunities to develop the skills outside of that are very few, and thus, few people speak it. As a result, Brazilians lose out on employment opportunities.

The problem is much worse, of course, for the young people of the favelas, who on the one hand have less access to quality education, and on the other need all the opportunities they can find. The schools in which they study are often underfunded or lack experienced teachers to guide them. Therefore, Global Crossroads teams up with local organizations to improve the access to English learning in Brazil.

By joining our English teaching volunteer opportunity in Brazil, you will be invited to help teach English to children of different ages. Various teaching task may be assigned to you, depending in part on your own interests and skills. Overall, your role is to teach basic English to children, and share experiences as an English speaking foreigner, that may help to broaden the minds of the student.

Change the lives of disadvantaged children and create real opportunities for them later in life. Visit the project page to find pricing and complete information.

Which airport do I need to fly in?

For joining volunteering program in Brazil, you will be flying to the Rio de Janeiro Airport.

What happens if I missed flight or arrived late?

If you miss your flight you should contact your in-country coordinator as soon as possible. After the information is received, the coordinator will make new airport pick up schedule.

What do I need prior to departure from my home country?

Before joining Brazil volunteer programs, you need to make sure that you have packed all of your official documents like passport and travel insurance. Things like clothes, shoes, books, laptops, mobile phone, charger, adapter and first aid kit are also quite important.

Where are the projects located?

Our projects in Brazil are located in the capital city of Rio de Janeiro.

Rio de Janeiro is a stunning location from morning to sunset, and beyond into the night. It is known for its golden beaches, lush green mountains, samba-flavored nightlife, and its spectacular football legacies. So these are some of the momentous brilliance of Brazil for you to witness during your volunteering in Brazil project experiences.

Is there any minimum and maximum stay? Can I extend my stay if I choose to?

Yes you can stay from a minimum of 1 week to the maximum of 12 weeks. If you wish to extend in your project, you can contact your in -country coordinator and let him/her know about this desire. If an extension is granted, you will also have to extend your visa for taking part in Brazil volunteer opportunities.

Who will guide or support me in the project?

You will be supported and guided by our in-country coordinator and the project related staff during your volunteer experience in Brazil. They will check in with you regularly, and if there is anything you need help with, please do not hesitate to ask.

Can I work in more than one volunteer program?

Yes you can work in more than one volunteer projects. Generally you are not allowed to work in two volunteer projects at a time, simply because there are not enough hours in one day! However, if you want to work in two programs, you simply have to finish your first project before being welcomed into a second.

What age ranges take part in these projects?

For participating in Brazil volunteer program you should be of 18 years or above. In case if you are a minor looking to participate in volunteer programs, parental permission is required. However you also have an option of joining the volunteering project directly with your parents, and participate under their supervision.

Will I receive training before the start of the project?

Yes, training is always given to you before you actually start working in the program. The training is given to you by the in country coordinator. This particular training gives you a fair idea about the country, cultural beliefs, traditions, language, safety do’s and don’ts, and the sentiments of the people, arming you with all the necessary information to succeed.

Is there dress code in the project?

Yes, there is a specific dress code that you are required to follow while participating in volunteering opportunity in Brazil. You are required to dress conservatively in all your assignments that you undertake. No short-shorts and tank tops are allowed. You are allowed to wear jeans and t-shirts while working in the projects. These requirements are always specific to the country and culture in which you are volunteering, and following this code will help ensure your safety and success.