Global Citizen - Mauritius Booklet

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CONTENTS

In 2014, AIESEC has already provided 17,000 students worldwide with the opportunity to volunteer abroad. Will you join them?

4 Why Mauritius

6 Example Opportunities

8 Project Daily Breakdown

9 Project Activity Explanation

Cost Breakdown

My Experience

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WHY MAURITIUS

CULTURE Throw away your stereotypes and perceptions of Africa! Even though Mauritius is located in Africa, it comprises of a mix of several different cultures including African, Indian and Chinese, you really won't find another place quite like it.

BEACHES Unlike the beaches in Sydney, the beaches in Mauritius are both warm and calm. Perfect for a swim even in the night!

SCENERY Mauritius is one of the most popular honeymoon destinations for a reason, just Google images Mauritius and you'll see why.

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Contents

FUN FACTS

DODO

Though extinct, the dodo bird

SIZE

Mauritius is smaller than Sydney. Mauritius is only 2040 km2 while Sydney is 12145km2

CREATION

Mauritius was created by underwater volcanic eruptions

LANGUAGE

is Creole which is a mix of French, English and other languages

BEER

The island brews their own beer called Phoenix Beer. They are very proud of it so

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ANIMAL PROTECTION

PROJECT SNAPSHOT Project Name: Animal Protection Location: Mauritius Duration: 6 weeks Issue Segment: Environment

PROJECT OVERVIEW Animal Protection sets out to raise awareness regarding how animals can be protected, how we should care about them and responsible pet ownership. The purpose of the project is to spread animal welfare awareness and also have an impact on the society. Exchange participants will educate the public on responsible pet ownership and the need for neutering through striking virtual and physical campaigning. Moreover exchange participants also go onsite to deal with endemic species and work in various NGO The project hopes to achieve these objectives by reaching out to a large amount of people through promotional materials and goodies during both the physical and virtual campaigns.

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DIS IS MY ABILITY

PROJECT SNAPSHOT Project Name: Dis is my Ability Location: Mauritius Duration: 6 weeks Issue Segment: Human rights

PROJECT OVERVIEW development of disabled children and people who are said to be physically handicapped or require special care. This initiative focuses on how to increase the quality of life and empowerment of the disabled children and people so that they do not lack in anything for a normal future as well as attain a possible employment in the future. This is sought by increasing the level of internal and external education they are exposed to and hence workshops will be organised by the exchange participants. The project strives to equip children with ever-present support of their society to help them achieve and establish their interests and talent.

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Below outlines the project timeline of Dis is My Ability and maps out the day-to-day activities that can be expected to be undertaken in this project. Please note that this is only an example and the individual activities of each project will vary. Contact [email protected] if you want more information regarding what day-to-day activities in a specific project may encompass. View next page for explanation of individual activities.

DIS IS MY ABILITY DAILY BREAKDOWN

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DIS IS MY ABILITY ACTIVITY EXPLANATION

1 | EXPECTATION SETTING Project leader conducts a session for the exchange participants in the project detailing the project and what it entails each day, as well as the lifestyle in Mauritius. Also an opportunity to meet many AIESEC locals and get to know the culture.

2 | INCOMING PREPARATION SEMINAR (IPS The IPS is a seminar conducted by the manager of the NGO. The seminar basically goes through the various skills and knowledge required to work effectively, as well as the problems that may be encountered

3 | OPENING CEREMONY A formal event for various projects in the country. All the projects and their members are introduced and marks the beginning of 6 weeks. This event is perfect to get to know what other projects are doing and how it is aligned with your project.

4 | NGO WORK Exchange participants will teach children from ages 8-18 in a shelter. Subjects to teach include English, Math, Culture and Geography. Exchange participants must also teach extracurricular activities such as music, sports and dance.

5 | GLOBAL VILLAGE An event to showcase the origins of all exchange participants volunteering in Mauritius. This event is held in a shopping centre with each country having its own stall. Each country will also have an opportunity to present their country on stage by singing, dancing or anything they choose.

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The Global Citizen Program requires a $700 administration fee to be paid to AIESEC UNSW once applicant has passed their interview and signed the contract. View below for an explanation as to what is included in the fee. The following is an example budget breakdown of minimum expenses that can be expected during a standard 6 week project in Mauritius. This does not include the administration fee, leisure and travel costs.

Budget for Mauritius Logistics Flights $2200 Visa $0 Travel Insurance $200 Vaccinations $100 Subtotal: $2500 Living Expenses Accommodation $200 Food (Paid for unless you eat out) $250 Communications (sim, internet etc.) $50 Subtotal: $500 Core essentials: $3000

COST BREAKDOWN

TIPS FOR CUTTING COSTS 1. Apply early to get $50-$100 discount

off your admin fee 2. Get matched to a project quickly so

that you can book cheaper flights well in advance

3. Look out for promotions from travel agencies

4. Get an ISIC card to get international student benefits

You may be asking this

breakdown of what the administration fee covers. AIESEC is a not-for-profit organisation so the administration fee goes towards the day-to-day operations and ensuring that our customers (YOU!) are provided with the best possible experience in terms of preparation, support and safety. PRODUCT VALUE

WHY DO I HAVE

TO PAY A FEE?

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to describe my experience in one word and I'd use words like different, exciting, once-in-a-lifetime and even magical. But I've realised that the word that I was truly reaching towards was discovery. My journey in Mauritius was filled with new people, new food and new culture that I never thought existed and

Mauritius. What I really got out of this experience was a new outlook on life and a new perspective of myself. Living in a modern city like Sydney, we tend to focus and base our choices on our future, i.e. getting a job and buying a house. But experiencing their way of life and talking to the locals, I have realised that you don't need a whole lot to be genuinely happy. Just a pair of drums, family, and song and dance will put a smile not only on those who are involved, but all those who are watching. It's not every day that you go a country so small that it can barely be seen on a world map and explore all it has

MY EXPERIENCE

Ben Deng 3rd Year, Commerce

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