C E N T R E S O C I A L

Promotion et Dveloppement Humain

02 BP 20832 Lom Tl (00228) 22 51 77 52 / 90 10 46 34 TOGO E-mail : centre_social@yahoo.fr

Opportunity of voluntary humanitarian work with PDH Lom TOGO (West Africa)

Website: www.pdh-togo.org

Location : Lom, Avdji Cit, Rue Massalassi TOGO Tel (00228) 22 51 77 52 / 90 10 46 34

E-mail : pdh_volontaires@yahoo.fr Juin 2015

OPPORTUNITY OF

VOLUNTARY HUMANITARIAN WORK WITH

PDH Lom TOGO (West Africa)

International Solidarity and Social Action

PDH was created on the 15th February 1999 in Lom, Togo and in 2001 opened its doors to international volunteers wishing to undertake voluntary humanitarian work.

At the time this document was created, Juin 2015, PDH has already

received and worked with 158 international volunteers coming from America, Asia, Europe and Oceania.

PDH is always looking for enthusiastic volunteers to come to Lom and warmly welcomes

any interest or enquiries. We have had all types of volunteers in

the past (including two mother daughter pairings) from all

sorts of professions and backgrounds, covering an age range

from 18 to 67, all of whom have fitted in equally well into the

organization and found it a profound experience.

7th Edition, Juin 2015

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Website: www.pdh-togo.org

Location : Lom, Avdji Cit, Rue Massalassi TOGO Tel (00228) 22 51 77 52 / 90 10 46 34

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We would like to thank you in advance for your attention and your time in reading this

document. Please dont hesitate in asking us to expand on any of the content in our guide,

or any other questions you may have.

Please contact us on Tel (00228) 90 10 46 34 / 22 51 77 52

E-mail : pdh_volontaires@yahoo.fr if you need any more information.

We look forward to hearing your responses.

HISTORY

CREATION 15th February 1999 - PDH was founded

OFFICIAL RECOGNITION 28th December 2001 - PDH is recognized by the Ministry of Interior Affairs and Security (PDHs charitable organization number is 6301). 27th May 2008 - Signing of the RCPISS DE DCLARATION DASSOCIATION. 16th June 2008 - Publication of the PDHs official status in the JOURNAL OFFICIEL DE LA RPUBLIQUE TOGOLAISE, Issue N 18 published on the 16th June 2008.

ADDRESS

Centre Social Promotion et Dveloppement Humain

Avdji Cit, Rue Massalassi

02 BP 20832 Lom

Tel. (00228) 22 51 77 52 / 90 10 46 34

TOGO (West Africa)

E-mail: centre_social@yahoo.fr / pdh_volontaires@yahoo.fr

Website: www.pdh-togo.org

Opportunity of voluntary humanitarian work with PDH Lom TOGO (West Africa)

Website: www.pdh-togo.org

Location : Lom, Avdji Cit, Rue Massalassi TOGO Tel (00228) 22 51 77 52 / 90 10 46 34

E-mail : pdh_volontaires@yahoo.fr Juin 2015

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Project Aims: PDH reaches out to those in need of any kind of assistance specifically: Social cases; People living with HIV/AIDS (children and adults); Children with HIV/AIDS positive parents/ AIDS orphans;

Underprivileged children and Street children.

PDH works as center of mediation for clients experiencing domestic problems and difficulties reintegrating into the society.

We aim to fight against HIV/AIDS through assistance, education and prevention methods.

We provide financial assistance to the elderly, children who cannot afford school fees and support for those seeking to establish a small business.

Project Tasks: 1. Counselling and Assistance organized for the Social cases ; People living with HIV/AIDS

(children and adults) ; Children with HIV/AIDS positive parents/ AIDS orphans ; Underprivileged

children and Street children.

2. Support group with People living with HIV/AIDS (children and adults) ; Children with

HIV/AIDS positive parents/ AIDS orphans ; Underprivileged children and Street children.

3. Activity days organized for the Children with HIV/AIDS positive parents/ AIDS orphans ;

Underprivileged children and Street children.

4. Case study

5. Visits to homes ; workplaces ; Schools ; apprenticeships and hospitals

6. Anti-retroviral treatment monitoring

7. Food kit donations

8. Monitoring of small businesses

9. Visit to an orphanage that PDH supports and assist with tasks

10. Administrative tasks.

You can create your own project that must be approved by PDH.

Who Can Participate? PDH welcomes volunteers of any age and background. IVP = Placements for individual volunteers with no special experience or training. SIVP = Placements for volunteers with related experience, expertise or proven interest.

Accommodation You will either live in the volunteer accommodation at PDH or with one of the host families in the immediate locality. Unfortunately, you will not get a choice of where you will live as it will depend on availability when you arrive. In both cases you will have the same freedom and independence to use your time in Togo however you wish.

Opportunity of voluntary humanitarian work with PDH Lom TOGO (West Africa)

Website: www.pdh-togo.org

Location : Lom, Avdji Cit, Rue Massalassi TOGO Tel (00228) 22 51 77 52 / 90 10 46 34

E-mail : pdh_volontaires@yahoo.fr Juin 2015

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I - ACTIVITES CONCRETES

1 Counselling and Assistance Accueil Ecoute Conseil Assistance

2 Support group, Activity days Groupe de parole, Repas Conviviaux, Journes Rcratives

3 Visits to homes ; workplaces ; Schools ; Orphanage, apprenticeships and hospitals

Enqute Sociale, Visites Domicile, lEcole, lOrphelinat, lAtelier, lHpital

Opportunity of voluntary humanitarian work with PDH Lom TOGO (West Africa)

Website: www.pdh-togo.org

Location : Lom, Avdji Cit, Rue Massalassi TOGO Tel (00228) 22 51 77 52 / 90 10 46 34

E-mail : pdh_volontaires@yahoo.fr Juin 2015

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Training and Skills gained from PDH 1. Teamwork and Communication 2. Organization of groups 3. Organization of recreation days / activities 4. Organization and management of workshops, cultural sites 5. Community and social mobilization 6. Planning and carrying out educational activities 7. Research skills 8. Creation, management and evaluation of projects within the

community 9. Human resources, administration and finance 10. Development and management of a community/social organization,

giving humanitarian aid and social assistance 11. Development of written and spoken French 12. Development of report writing skills 13. Partaking in healthcare initiatives within the community 14. Meeting with HIV/AIDS sufferers to discuss options available 15. HIV/AIDS awareness 16. Development of skills in social assistance 17. Training in legal matters 18. Micro finance- how best to dispense money to those in need 19. Bee-keeping 20. Establishing a rapport with the local community

Other opportunities

1. Exchanging different customs

2. Discovery of Lom e.g. the grand march, the beach, Greenfield cinema

3. Experiencing Togolese cuisine and language- Ew

4. Exploring Togo e.g. Kpalim, Agbodrafo, Togoville, Anho, Atakpam,

5. Exploring neighbouring countries : Benin, Ghana, Burkina Faso

Opportunity of voluntary humanitarian work with PDH Lom TOGO (West Africa)

Website: www.pdh-togo.org

Location : Lom, Avdji Cit, Rue Massalassi TOGO Tel (00228) 22 51 77 52 / 90 10 46 34

E-mail : pdh_volontaires@yahoo.fr Juin 2015

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Fees A mandatory donation of 250 USD / 250 Dollars CAN (150 Euros /100 000 F CFA) is required by each volunteer. The housing costs 63 USD / 63 Dollars CAN (38 Euros /25 000 F CFA) per week, which covers your room and 3 meals a day. In addition, you will have to buy your own drinking water, which costs around 13 USD / 13 Dollars CAN (8 Euros / 5000 F CFA) a week (based on the assumption that you drink 3 litres a day and use the safe brand Voltic).

Notes: 1. The donation is paid upon arrival 2. For stays of one week to two months, the accommodation is paid upon arrival

3. For stays of more than two months, the accommodation is paid at the

beginning of each month

4. A receipt will be given by PDH

5. In the event of an early departure, no refund will be given.

For more detailed information on the fees, go to: http://www.pdh-togo.org/html/english/volunteer_three.htm

AGE: There is no age limit or restriction. DURATION: No minimum, no maximum. DATE / PERIOD: Available all year round.

Notes: Volunteers receive an introduction and continual on-the-job training

(report writing, office, visit and drop in centre procedures). Participants receive

a certificate of accomplishment and a letter of recommendation is available

upon request.

CONTACT DETAILS

Antoine DZAKAS Centre Social Promotion et Dveloppement Humain Avdji Cit, Rue Massalassi 02 BP 20832 Lom Tel.00228) 22 51 77 52 / 90 10 46 34

TOGO (West Africa) E-mail: centre_social@yahoo.fr / pdh_volontaires@yahoo.fr Web site: www.pdh-togo.org

Opportunity of voluntary humanitarian work with PDH Lom TOGO (West Africa)

Website: www.pdh-togo.org

Location : Lom, Avdji Cit, Rue Massalassi TOGO Tel (00228) 22 51 77 52 / 90 10 46 34

E-mail : pdh_volontaires@yahoo.fr Juin 2015

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It now remains for you to: 1. Confirm your arrival at least two weeks in advance; and 2. Fill-out and send us the document PDH // Togo Volunteer Profileafter

purchasing your flights.

In general, the earlier you organize your fights, the cheaper they will be. We highly recommend that you try to book them as soon as possible.

PDH // Togo Volunteer Profile (Please complete this form and email it to us after booking your flight)

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Opportunity of voluntary humanitarian work with PDH Lom TOGO (West Africa)

Website: www.pdh-togo.org

Location : Lom, Avdji Cit, Rue Massalassi TOGO Tel (00228) 22 51 77 52 / 90 10 46 34

E-mail : pdh_volontaires@yahoo.fr Juin 2015

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TESTIMONIALS FROM PREVIOUS VOLUNTEERS OF PDH

PDH is a small yet incredibly worthwhile organisation that tackles the problems of

poverty and disease in Togo.

Louise Marshall, Scotland

I was searching for a volunteer experience where I could be out

in the field, having direct contact with the population being

served and PDH has afforded me this opportunity.

Molly Bartholomew, USA

I worked with people of all ages and lived with a local family. I

grew to understand the culture and even a tiny bit of the local

indigenous language, Ewe. ...

I have absolute respect for all of the volunteers of PDH and its

supporters. They do amazing work. I came away with vastly

improved French and a true understanding and passion for the

humanitarian work they carry out.

Perdita Hall, UK - England