Ghs overview of volunteer projects 2014

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GOOD HOPE STUDIES

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English in Cape TownGood Hope Studies operates two English language schools. One

school is situated in the beautiful residential area of Newlands

and the other one in the city centre on a pedestrian road.

We off er short-term and long-term programmes for General

English as well as exam preparation courses, business courses

and university pathway courses.

Our schools are well-known for the professional, but relaxed

environment in which it is both challenging and fun to learn. Stu-

dents from up to 50 diff erent countries benefi t from our courses

each year.

InternshipsAdd a highlight to your curriculum vitae, and further your com-

mand of the English language in a professional environment.

Internship programmes are useful if you are looking to gain in-

ternational work experience. You will be placed with a company

in the fi eld of your choice, giving you insight into the working

practices of a company in an English speaking country.

Work South AfricaWork South Africa is a one year, working holiday programme,

available to full time tertiary students or recent graduates only.

The majority of Work SA applicants fi nd work in the hospitality

industry, either working in one of the many vibrant bars, restau-

rants and nightclubs in Cape Town, or within the lively backpack-

ing industry.

Teacher Training CoursesGood Hope Studies runs the CELTA and Delta Module courses,

both approved and moderated by the University of Cambridge

ESOL.

These courses are internationally the most widely recognised

qualifi cations in the fi eld of Teaching English to Speakers of

Other Languages.

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Category Social volunteering

Minimum age 18 years

Duration From 4 weeks

This is an early intervention literacy

programme. It supports children who

are at risk in learning to read. To do this,

the programme focuses on language

enrichment, off ering extra help and

remedial assistance to children.




This centre is involved in various activi-

ties in needy communities. It is open

to children from nearby communities.

The children are placed on a temporary

basis, and the aim is to place them per-

manently with their own relatives.

Volunteering in Southern Africa

Our volunteer projects are ideal for:• Anyone who wants to contribute to communities or conserva-

tion.

• People who want to work with children, elderly people, wild or

domestic animals, or on a farm.

• People who have not volunteered before.

• People whose fi rst language is not English and who need to at-

tend a language course before volunteering.

• People who wish to gain a deeper insight into South Africa.

Programme features

• There are many projects to choose from.

• A variety of projects to suit diff erent

tastes and needs.

• Reliable, well-established projects.

• No hidden costs.

• Clear, detailed information up-front.

• Well-priced packages.

• Most project fees include a fi nancial

contribution towards the project. Check

price list for details.

South Africa is one of the most beautiful countries in the world, but there is much more to this

fascinating country than what the average tourist sees. There are great social inequalities and

the growing population is putting more and more pressure on nature. Countless NGOs and other

projects, in addition to government programmes, work hard to help people in great need and to

protect animals and their habitats. Their work would not be possible without local and internation-

al volunteers. Read on to get an overview of the exciting projects we have selected and choose one

that you can support with your time and energy.




They provide full-time care for up to 49

babies and children from birth to fi ve

years of age. The children are either

neglected, abandoned, abused or

orphaned and are accepted at the home

irrespective of HIV status, race or gender.

GOOD HOPE STUDIES

Volunteering in Southern AfricaAn overview of our projects

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From € 810

Child Care Centre [map ref. 3]

From € 480

Athlone Children’s Home [map ref. 2]

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This is a voluntary support group to a

children’s hospital. It seeks to provide

assistance and care for the patients and

their families. The project is committed

to helping make the hospital experience

less traumatic.

Category Conservation



This centre is a pro-life, nonprofi t or-

ganisation whose core aim is to rescue,

rehabilitate, re-unite and re-home lost,

abandoned, abused and neglected

dogs and cats.



Duration 3 weeks

This facility is dedicated to the quest of

ensuring the survival of rare, vulnerable

and endangered species, particularly

cheetahs. The programme aims to equip

volunteers with the ability to actively

participate in conserving the wildlife.




This day care caters for the poor in a

community near Hout Bay. They have 16

staff members, all from the community,

and provide a safe learning space for 250

children aged between 10 months and

6 years while their parents are working.




This animal rehab centre feeds and

cares for stranded and injured animals.

It boasts in excess of forty species of

wildlife. Some animals that can’t be

free-roaming are kept in enclosures, but

most of the larger animals roam freely.




This centre creates homes for orphaned,

poisoned or injured wildlife, which due

to their injuries will never be able to

return to their natural environment. Re-

habilitated wildlife will be reintroduced

to their environment where possible.




This project takes place at the organic

farming project. Volunteers will learn

about caring for horses that live as

naturally as possible, so are not stabled

or shod and learn natural horsemanship

techniques.




This project is set in beautiful surround-

ings, off ering breath-taking scenery. The

horses live a natural life with the wild

horses of Kaapsehoop. This means that

there are no stables for the animals at

night as they sleep in the mountains.



Duration 4 weeks

Expert nursing and medical care is

provided in a homely and loving environ-

ment for infants and children who are

recovering from acute medical and surgi-

cal conditions. They are unable to return

home for medical or social reasons.

Category Organic Farming



The project aims to farm holistically,

applying techniques of biodynamic and

astrological farming to rehabilitate this

farm, its soil and its unique ecosystem.

In keeping with these goals, there are

both animals and plants on the land.




The centre has been involved with reha-

bilitation for 16 years, dealing originally

only with monkeys but more recently

with other animals too. Injured animals

are treated at the centre and released

back into the wild when strong enough.




This organisation aims to provide all

its residents with the highest standard

of care and nursing within a homely

environment, and to promote quality of

life, the maintenance of independence,

and the preservation of dignity.




The project centres around a kindergar-

ten school for disadvantaged children.

The project provides education and

stimulation and relies on basic aids to

teach these children and provide an

educational experience for them.




The sanctuary caters for several species

of primates. They are free to move about

the forest. The sanctuary is funded

through revenue from tourists. Anyone

who can further environmental aware-

ness will be considered.




This is a place of safety for elephants.

The park started off with only two

elephants in 1994, but they have since

been joined by ten others. The park

off ers a rare and exciting opportunity to

get close to these gentle giants.




This project’s primary objective is the

reintroduction of White Lions back to

the wild. Participants have a unique op-

portunity to gain hands-on game-rang-

ing experience whilst making a valuable

contribution to conservation.




Their vision is an Africa where humans

and wildlife can live and thrive together.

Their mission is to conserve the land,

cultures and wildlife of Namibia and

rescue species threatened by an ever-

shrinking habitat.




This organisation occupies a large prop-

erty in Cape Town. In the main building

they take care of elderly people, and

some smaller buildings were added for

toddlers and disabled school children

from disadvantaged communities.




This project aims to uplift a township

near Port Elizabeth through establishing

partnerships with community groups,

schools and a crèche. For volunteers

there is also the opportunity to learn

about the local language and culture.




This project aims to study sharks and

to bring tourists closer to them. The

project operates one boat for scientifi c

research and several boats for tourist

activities. Volunteers are primarily here

to work closely with sharks and tourists.




This centre runs horse trails for one of

the biggest backpackers in South Africa.

On the rehabilitation side they provide

homes for numerous horses in order to

save them. The rehabilitation centre has

a very good reputation.




Bird & Primate World is the largest bird

park in Africa. Over 400 species are

displayed in more than 100 spacious

landscaped walk-through aviaries, al-

lowing intimate closeness with nature.




The project contributes to the local

community with various programmes,

including a home for children aff ected

by HIV and other vulnerable children.

The project also cares for the wildlife in

the area.




This is a special and unique programme

for those who dream of working with li-

ons in Africa. The project invests a great

deal of time teaching volunteers about

their animals and how to care for young

lions or tigers.

Jeff rey’s Bay Kindergarten [map ref. 11]

From € 1.160

Children’s Hospital [map ref. 6]

From € 500

Domestic Animal Rescue [map ref. 9]

From € 570

Shark Project [map ref. 21]

From € 1.120

Hout Bay Day Care [map ref. 8]

From € 950

African Horizon [map ref. 14]

From € 525

Limpopo Primate Centre [map ref. 23]

From € 1.280

Horse Project [map ref. 16]

From € 470

Kruger Horse Project [map ref. 26]

From € 670

Recovery Hospital [map ref. 7]

From € 950

Organic Farming [map ref. 13]

From € 470

Cheetah Conservation [map ref. 22]

From € 2.295

Home for the Elderly [map ref. 4]

From € 500

Monkey Sanctuary [map ref. 19]

From € 590

Garden Route Elephant [map ref. 18]

From € 520

White Lion Project [map ref. 15]

From € 840

Lowveld Rehabilitation Centre [map ref. 24]

From € 1.270

Namibia Wildlife & Community [map ref. 25]

From € 910

House of Care [map ref. 5]

From € 2.050

Walmer Humanity [map ref. 12]

From € 550

Horse Rescue & Rehabilitation Centre [map ref. 20]

From € 1.170

Bird & Primate World [map ref. 10]

From € 950

Conservation & Community [map ref. 17]

From € 1.125

Coastal Lion Park [map ref. 27]

From € 1.460

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