VOLUNTEER! Are you eager to make a real and immediate difference in the lives of Rwandan children, youth and women urgently needing education, training, and practical support to rebuild their lives? Are you an adaptable self-starter with specific skills and life experiences that you are willing and able to share? Are you ready to come in an attitude of humility and openness to learn from others who may have many lessons to teach you? If so, FCYF can offer you great opportunities to make a contribution in Musanze and enjoy the experience of a lifetime  Volunteers are needed to:
If you enjoy manual work, you'll also find opportunities to get involved in building, renovation, gardening and agricultural activities at our centers in Kigali and Nyange  "I think one of the most beneficial ways I contributed to FCYF, because of my short time there, was through making relationships with many different people. While I was able to assist with specific things, such as marking papers, helping with children, and helping to lead a teacher workshop at Wisdom, I believe the relationships I built will be the longest lasting" (2011 US Volunteer) |  How to Volunteer? Volunteer placements from 3-11 months can be arranged to suit individual needs. Volunteer mentoring support is available to
help you settle in and become effective quickly To learn more about volunteering, first download and read carefully the document that gives more detailed information about FCYF and our placement opportunities, at the bottom of this page. You may also wish to view our video 'Volunteer at Fair Children Youth Foundation, Rwanda' on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eoRcV1zBIAs Then, if you feel you fit the volunteer profile and want to discuss joining us, inquire by email to fairchildren@mac.com Be sure to send us your CV and tell us when and for how long you wish to come to Musanze. Explain why you think you will make a good volunteer, what you want to learn from the experience and any specific activities which you could offer If you wish, we can also put you in contact with our international volunteer partner organization, as well as with previous volunteers, in order to learn about their experiences at FCYF Musanze is two hours by bus from the capital, Kigali, at the gateway to the beautiful Parc National des Volcans, a region of outstanding natural beauty, which became famous internationally during the 20th century as a result of the groundbreaking animal conservation work of Dian Fossey and colleagues Since peace was restored, mountain gorillas have once again become a magnet for international visitors, eager to visit these magnificent animals in their indigenous environment  Local tourism opportunities include guided treks to mountain gorilla reserves, bird watching (178 species), other wild life including golden monkey, elephant, buffalo, and duikers, lava flow caves, lakes, hot springs and exploring the mighty volcanic Virunga Mountains themselves There are also long distance inter-country bus services if volunteers wish to explore the East and Central African region more widely before or after their placement in Musanze |
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