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2016BROCHURE

PERU

www.volunteeringsolutions.com

VOLUNTEER INTERN TRAVEL

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Contents02

Accommodation and Living15

Start Dates16

Cost17

What am I Paying for?18

What am I Paying for? (Contd.)19

Things to Do20

Volunteer Story21

How to Apply - The Process22--24

Get in Touch25

Peru and Cusco Overview03

Peru and Cusco - All Programs04

Language & Orientation Week05

Healthcare Program06

Street Children Program07

Teacher Assistant in Kindergartens08

Teaching English in Schools09

Disabled Children Program10

Day Care Center Program11

Dental Elective12

2 Weeks Special Volunteer & Travel13

VOLUNTEER

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Your Accommodation 14

Peru is a country with over 5000 years of history boasting of

infinite vacation options. You will be enthralled by the festivities,

vivid geography replete with mountains, beaches and a chance to

live in the natural habitat of its amazing flora and fauna.

From various surfing beaches, to mountain ranges capricious. A

diverse geography full of excitement and adrenaline.

VolunteeringVolunteering Solutions’ volunteer projects and programs in Cusco,

Peru aim to make a difference in the lives of the local Peruvian

communities with which our volunteers work. We offer a wide

variety of volunteer projects in the historic city of Cusco wherein

you can learn about the Peruvian culture as well as spend time

making a difference in the lives of local people. We place

volunteers in host family accommodations wherein you will be

ableable to gain an insight into the Peruvian culture and also practice

your Spanish skills.

Peru Trip Highlights

Witness the scintillating world of wonder - Machu Picchu and gain an experience of a lifetime

Trekking at Inca Trail - The journey to Machu Picchu is as electrifying as its destination

Foodie’s Delight - Enjoy the delectable guinea pigs - Peruvian alternative to Chicken

Spend time at Plaza de Armas - the tourist center of Cusco city

Volunteer in meaningful and sustainable community based projects in and around Cusco city.

Peru and Cusco Overview


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2 Weeks Special Volunteer & Travel

Healthcare Program

Language & Orientation Week

Street Children Program

Teacher Assistant in Kindergartens

Teaching English Program

Volunteer with Disabled ChildrenVolunteer with Disabled Children

Volunteer work in Day Care Center

Dental Elective

CUSCO

Peru - All Programs04

Program Requirements

Volunteers must be 17 years or older at the time of joining the project

Need to have an open mind and flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment.

The volunteers should bring energy and enthusiasm to make a difference.

Must be in good health.

Volunteering Solutions gives its volunteers a great opportunity to learn

the culture, history and language of the diverse city called Cusco “The

land of the Incas”. This week is aimed to teach the volunteers all issues

about culture, basic language and history about Cusco before they

start their program in the field. You can choose to take part in this one

week program or go directly into the volunteer program. This program

starts on 1st & 3rd Monday of each month and is for 7 days. The

programprogram aims to give you true insight about Cusco, its culture, basic

language, food, places to visit and things to do while you would spend

your time in Peru.

Volunteers also get a chance to visit the Wonderful sanctuary of Machu

Picchu (at an extra cost) on the 7th day of the program. Joining the

Language and Orientation Week in Cusco is highly recommended for

volunteers as you will get time to settle down and know more about

the historic city of Cusco as well as improve your Spanish skills.

Language & Orientation WeekStarting from $595


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Machu Picchu .................................................. 1 night/2 days

Lima .................................................. 1 Night/2 Days

It was great in the way that I

could explore and witness a

totally dif ferent culture and

have a dif ferent vision about

the world

-Martina Grossi

Program RequirementsMedical Program volunteers must be at least 18 at the time of joining

Pre medical, medical and nursing students can join the project.

Need to have an open mind and flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment.

The volunteers should bring energy and enthusiasm to make a difference

At least intermediate Spanish skills required to join the healthcare project

Must be in good health

Volunteers working in this program make a genuine contribution to

staff working within Peru’s health clinics and medical centres.

Volunteers mainly work in medical clinics which provide care and

treatment to the people residing in the poor areas of the cities.

DependingDepending on your medical experience and Spanish language skills

you may be asked to assist with various procedures such as suturing

wounds, giving vaccinations, helping with taking vital signs of patients,

being involved in the daily procedures of medical centers – observing

or directly providing various sorts of assistance to existing doctors and

nurses.

TheThe healthcare program is particularly suitable for Pre-medical and

Medical students who want to gain valuable clinical experience. All the

volunteers in this program work in the capacity of assistants to the

doctors and nurses in the placements. Volunteers work for 4-5 hrs in a

day for 5 days in a week. The volunteer schedule is flexible and can

vary.

Healthcare ProgramStarting from $595


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Peru-Lima-Cusco .................................................. 3 Night/4 Days

Nazca Lines .................................................. Day Trip

It was great in the way that I

could explore and witness a

totally dif ferent culture and

have a dif ferent vision about

the world

-Felix Lindo



Need to have an open mind and flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment


Must have intermediate to expert level of Spanish for Peruvian Project


The Street Children program provides education and day-care services

for the children of poor parents who need to work in markets,

cemeteries, car washes, mines, etc. This project aims to establish

positive mentoring relationships with these neglected children, to

encourage them to return to school and to assist them with immediate

problems.

Currently,Currently, there are approximately 35 -50 children ranging in ages

from 6 -15 years in each location. Volunteers help in developing

creative programs for art, music, dance, and sports. Being tutors of the

kids who attend schools, additional assistance with day trips,

sanitation, personal hygiene, cooking, and administrative duties might

be requested. Volunteers have to arrange in advance classroom

activities, for the kids and are recommended to bring classroom

supplies to grasp the attention of the children. supplies to grasp the attention of the children.

Participants in the program work from Tuesday - Friday for generally

4-5 hrs in a day.

Street Children ProgramStarting from $595


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Hiking to colca canyon .................................................. 2 Night/3 Days

Arequipa Tour .................................................. 1 Night/2 Days

I loved my project. I loved the

kids and it is amazing how

in such a short amount of

time you get to care and love

them so much

-Caroline Palla





Criminal background check/ character certificate is required


Rural Kindergartens seek the comprehensive development of children

through activities of cognitive, motor, affective and social skills. The

difference between a kindergarten in a city is that the rural

Kindergartens often are run by mothers of the community (called

"entertainers" or "promoters"). These “teachers” receive training and

then are monitored regularly (ideally once a week) for lecturer (called

"teacher coordinators"). In addition rural Kindergartens are formed on

the basis of community participation. the basis of community participation.

Volunteers play the role of helping the “entertainers" or "promoters" to

achieve the goals of the month. Usually there are up to 42 kids for just

1 entertainer or promoter.

The children in this project are aged between three and five years.

There are an approximately of 30-40 kids in one classroom.

Teacher Assistant in KindergartensStarting from $595


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Peru-Lima-Cusco .................................................. 3 Night/4 Days

Machu Picchu .................................................. Day Trip

They made me so happy.

The highlight was spending

time with the children

-JinJoo Lee







Volunteers in this program teach English to local Peruvian students.

The schools are in need of English speaking volunteers on a regular

basis. In this program, you will be asked to teach 3 classes a day of 60

minutes each or will be just a teacher assistant to improve the

pronunciation and English skills of the students. Learners are from 13

to 45 years old and they are not divided by age but by English levels.

VolunteersVolunteers are provided with a fixed-curriculum. Teaching materials

and the position is supported by a local a teacher coordinator. Our

volunteers are asked by school authorities to develop their own

projects to help students learn English. As a volunteer you will work for

5-6 hrs in a day for 5 days in a week. Volunteering in a Teaching Project

in Peru is an incredibly rewarding and challenging experience for

volunteers wherein they can gain valuable international teaching

experienceexperience alongside assisting the Peruvian students in English

studies.

Teaching EnglishStarting from $595


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Highlight - when a small child ran to me and hugged

me, when my pupils did not

want to let me return home to

Germany

-Klára Wuttke







Volunteers joining this program work in a school for mentally

challenged and deaf students. The ages of the students are from three

to twenty years old. The project is located in an urban area of Cusco.

The school placement has different sections depending on the level of

disabilities of the students. There are separate classes for deaf

students, a kindergarten, primary section, Division multiple complex

behaviors and Practical training

VolunteersVolunteers in this program work as class assistants of different classes

supporting the teachers in different activities during the mornings. We

suggest volunteers to prepare lessons in advance that include indoor

games, art & craft activities to help students in their learning process.

You can bring toys, clothes, notebooks, kindergarten and elementary

supplies for the school. As a volunteer you will work for 5-6 hrs in a day

for 5 days in a week.

VolunteersVolunteers having License of Psychologist, therapist, work

directly with the Psychologist rotating in different classrooms.

Disabled Children ProgramStarting from $595


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At f irst the placement was a

challenge so many kids

playing around but once you

adapt and get to know each

other it was a very ful lf illing

activity

-Julieta Caballero







Volunteers in the Day Care Center program in Peru to get an

opportunity to help, guide and play with children aged between six

months to four years old. There are 8 to 16 kids per day care center.

The majority of the children are between 1 and 2 years old. The oldest

kids are learning how to spell and are doing other basic lessons in

preparation for kindergarten. Each centre has only one caregiver and

very basic utilities (small old beds, old sheets and blankets, and few

pillows).pillows).

As a volunteer you will be involved in the day to day care of the children

and be involved with playing with the children, running many types of

craft activities, teaching some English too or arranging creative

activities such as drawing or arts and crafts. Volunteers need to help

these kids to develop their skills in order to be ready for kindergartens.

The day care centers are open Monday to Friday from 08:30 A.M to

16:00 hours. At each center the kids have no real schedule-they come

to the centers to play, eat and learn basic lessons.to the centers to play, eat and learn basic lessons.

Day Care Center ProgramStarting from $595


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The Dental Elective Internship Program is designed for dentistry

students who wish to gain valuable knowledge and skills by working

along with professional dentists. Intern work includes assisting the

dentists in their tasks and helping in sterilization of supplies as well as

doing hands on tasks depending their medical and experience

background. The program is suitable only for dental students who

want to gain hands on experience and skills before starting

professional work. professional work.

On certain occasions, students also visit public schools and children

kindergartens centers and teach the importance of oral hygiene. On a

daily basis, the routine varies but interns usually work for 4-5 hrs in a

day with evenings and weekends free to travel and explore.

Volunteers participating in this project need to bring their own

materials to develop dental cures and prophylaxis (it is mandatory).

The public medical centers are under budget and will not allow the

volunteers to use these products/materials to develop the free dental

campaign in which volunteers are busy 100% of their times; if not they

are just observing and for students in their last years it is not approved.

Dental Elective PeruStarting from $425


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Program available for students studying in the field of dentistry



The highlight of our

volunteering was being able

to live in a hospital and feel

how doctors feel when taking

care of a patient

-Felix Lindo

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Hiking to colca canyon ....... 2N 3D

Arequipa Tour ....... 1N 2D

Volunteering Solutions provides a thrilling opportunity to do a 2 week

volunteer trip along with weekend excursions for the volunteers with a

combination of volunteer programs and weekend excursions to

Machu Picchu and tour to one of the most historic and cultural sites in

Cusco.

ThisThis program is particularly convenient for volunteers who do not have

time to commit to a month or more of volunteering abroad but would

like to make some contribution and also travel along with other

volunteers on the weekends to one of the most spectacular places in

Peru. This will include visit to the sacred valley of the Incas - including

Pisaq, Ollantaytambo ruins, and small towns. A full day tour of Machu

Picchu will bring your trip to end. Participants in this program work in

kindergartens,kindergartens, day care centers or teaching placements depending on

the availability as well as their preference

2 Weeks Special Volunteer & TravelStarting from $999


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Program Highlights






Your Accommodation


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Accommodation Highlights

Fully Furnished accommodation with a local host family

Three meals a day for 6 days, or meals as guided by the project

Near all the project sites

Near basic amenities and markets

Volunteers are provided accommodation with local host families.

By staying with a host family you will experience the local culture,

customs and Peruvian way of living. Volunteers are hosted in

shared bedrooms with other volunteers. Usually there are 2

bathrooms in every host family with hot showers.

Accommodations are clean and comfortable. Some houses have

WiFi connection and cable TV as well.

VolunteersVolunteers are provided with three cooked meals a day (Monday-

Saturday) at the host family house. Meals vary from day to day

and generally include soups, vegetable salad, rice, potatoes, juice,

dessert etc. Lunch is the biggest meal in Peru while dinner is

usually light. Volunteers are free to visit and see places or do

shopping during their free time. On the weekends most of the

volunteers plan a trip to Sacred Valley or the world famous

'Macchu'Macchu Picchu' - the lost city of Incas. In Cusco, you can walk

around Plaza de Armas and explore the different restaurants and

shopping areas.


Accommodation and Living15


Start Dates16

Dental Elective Start Dates Peru

Language & Orientation Week Dates

Peru 2 Week Special Volunteer & Travel Dates

Peru Day Care Center program dates

Peru Healthcare Volunteer Program Dates

Peru Street Children Program Dates

Peru Teaching, Teaching Assistant & Disabled Care Program Dates

So, why do I have to pay for volunteering abroad? I mean, I want to help them and all and still I will have to pay? That is a

common question people ask. People often forget that volunteering is never free. Volunteering Abroad is definitely a choice,

and when you choose to do so, you have to pay. For what? For your airfare, for your lodgings, for your meals, for local

commute, airport transfer, for your project placement tie-ups! There is more in the list, but again, all of us dread the word

"program fee"

So, we thought we should simplify it for you. Your program fee solely aims to provide you comfort, while you volunteer

abroad. It is structured to meet your most basic needs.


Cost17

Please Note: -An application fee of $225 is charged over and above the program fee as an application payment.

Airfare

Mobile connection and recharge

Entry fees to monuments or sightseeing places (if not included in program)

Transportation and local travel

Visa Fee

Personal expenses

Return Airport DropReturn Airport Drop

Expenses other than program fee

1 Week 2 Weeks 3 Weeks 4 Weeks 5 Weeks 6 Weeks 7 Weeks 8 Weeks Program Name Extra Weeks

Peru Program Costs (in USD)

$775-- -- -- -- -- -- -- $1752 Week Special Volunteer & Travel Cost

$580-- $710 $830 $1010 $1130 $1290 $1430 $200Dental Elective Program Cost

$580-- $710 $830 $1010 $1130 $1290 $1430 $200Medical Volunteer Peru Cost

--$350 -- -- -- -- -- -- --Peru Language & Orientation Week Cost

$480$300 $600 $730 $870 $990 $1090 $1200 $140Teaching, Kindergarden, Childcare, Disabled

Children, Street Children Program Cost

Most people are surprised to hear that they have to pay to volunteer abroad. What they often do not realize is that there

are significant administrative costs involved to arrange for a worthwhile volunteer abroad placement. Volunteering Solu-

tions is not supported by any government funding and runs its programs entirely from the fee that volunteers pay to take

part in the volunteer programs. Volunteering Abroad, involves incurring of many costs such as food, accommodation,

transportation, transfers, project selection etc. The program fee charged by us, goes into providing you all these services.

The money that you pay to us is distributed at various stages to provide you a meaningful volunteer abroad experience.The money that you pay to us is distributed at various stages to provide you a meaningful volunteer abroad experience.

VOLSOL Program Cost IncludesAdvertising Online/Offline Credit Card processing charges

In country maintenance of offices, vehicles etc.Staff recruitmentVolunteer recruitmentMaintaining office and other expenses

Salaries for staffNGO financial helpCommunication with volunteers and partners, by phone/email etc.International travel done by our staff to monitor projects and attend local meetings with partnersWebsite maintenance.Government taxes.


What am I paying for?18

Administration Cost

In Country SupportProject Development

Project Support &Field Cost

Food & Accommodation

It is necessary for an organization to employ full time staff to recruit and manage volunteers. There is lot of work that goes

side by side ensuring that you are supported before and during your program. We are dedicated to make your volunteering

abroad a memorable experience and ward off of all possible hunches at every steps. Our administration cost is 28% of the

total cost which include advertising, staff salary, website maintenance, taxes, volunteer recruitment and other expenses.

The application processing fee is part of your administrative costs, unlike many other volunteer travel company we do not

chargecharge any additional credit card processing fee. These companies can charge as much as 6% on your application fee taking

it to a difference of almost $100 extra. We have a flat rate and that is what we charge.

Administration

You may be endowed with exceptional skills and acumen in your area of expertise but to figure out your exact role in the

placement agency and to gain insights of its operations require training. To know cultural practices and etiquettes is of sub-

lime importance to carry out your tasks. So you need someone who could impart training and dispel your doubts at every

step, obviously he/she doubles as your friend and trainer.

Training and orientation

We charge for food and accommodation based on your preferences. You may decide to do home stay or group accommo-

dation or relish the cuisines cooked by host family and pay them. You may cook for yourself if you find it economical or your

placement organization may provide you lunch. You have plethora of options to choose from and charges are determined

accordingly. Host organization provides a safe and welcoming atmosphere for the volunteers. Food and accommodation

charges cover 40% of your total expenditure.

Food and accommodation

Volunteer service organization often employs in-country staff to provide local support and to make your volunteering

abroad experience memorable. As long as you are volunteering outside which may take up to six months, our staff is con-

tinuously working for you behind the screen. So we pay them from program fees we receive despite other sources like

grants and donations.

NothingNothing can be more discomforting than to struggle for getting basic services like healthcare, banking or even visa review-

ing in a foreign land that otherwise would have been comparatively less difficult in an English speaking country. As a volun-

teer, you have not been tied up to the agency only but you may roam around the city to watch historical places, zoo, movies

etc. and should have total access to everything in order to distress yourself. VolSol has incredible in-country support

(around 12%) to ensure your trip runs smoothly.

In country support

The most important part of the volunteering fees is on the project which you have chosen. Program fees help fund the proj-

ect activities and resources. Thus organizations need paid staff member to ensure continuity of your program and adminis-

trative duties. Project development involved 11% of the total program fee.

Project Development

What am I paying for? (Contd.)19

The historic archipelagos of Incas are in abundance all over the region, especially in the city of Cuzco. The Sacred Valley, the

Saksaywaman, and the Pucllana (in Lima city) are just the highlights; you may find many more areas of wilderness, which

are a delight to visit for explorers.

Not so ruined after all

There are three overlapping trails of Inca on the way to one of the world’s finest and greatest territories and also UNESCO

world heritage site, Machu Picchu. Reflecting as a piece of green pearl in the middle of plush green tropical mountain forest,

this site is the top attraction point in the entire Peru, or maybe South America too.

All the way to Machu Picchu

The panoramic view which has desert as well as ocean as its part, says a lot about the place itself; Paracas National Reserve

is one such place. And as if this alone was not enough, the magical view while a hike in Huaraz, the Tambopata National

Reserve, the Ampay National Sanctuary, and many more such attractive locations are available for a delightful sojourn.

Adore the nature

The Incas have never waited for a special occasion to get into celebration mode, just give them a reason and the carnival

begins. Peru has maintained the legacy of its ancient culture till date, which clearly reflects from their way of working, attire,

folk art, and even cooking. Even UNESCO couldn’t resist admiring the famous Scissors Dance (Danza de Tijeras) by

recognizing it as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Live it the Peruvian way

….. Or eat while you shop, the choice is yours. The narrow lanes of Peru are bludgeoned with street vendors and souvenir

shops. And while you are buying the handmade crafts and accessories, the aroma of wood baked Cuy and barbecued

Peruvian chicken pulls you to the adjoining food joint.

Shop while you eat….


Things to do while volunteering in Peru

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Trip Notes

Make sure you visit Machu Picchu during your trip to Peru.

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Sharon Umayam is from Dededo, Guam and currently works as a registered

nurse in San Francisco, CA. SHaron volunteered with Volunteering Solutions in

Peru on August of 2009, in Thailand in February 2012 and in Cape Town, South

Africa in Feb 2013.

I chose Volunteering Solutions because they had received many positive reviews from past volunteers, they were

affordable, and their projects were sustainable.

MyMy first mission with VS took me to Peru. I chose Peru for two reasons: 1) The city was built around ancient Incan

ruins and 2) I wanted to practice my Spanish. The people were friendly and, even as a female who traveled alone,

I felt very safe. In this mission, I volunteered as a nurse and was fortunate to be assigned to a travel-clinic. We

cared for many types of people, from students at nearby universities to natives high up in the remote villages of

the Andes Mountains. During this trip I was fortunate enough to be able to visit the ancient Incan ruins at Machu

Picchu.

Meet Sharon Umayam

Why did you decide to volunteer abroad with Volunteering Solutions in Peru ?

Advice I have would be to 1) be prepare to fall in-love with the people of each country 2) Pack lightly because you

will end up leaving with lots of souvenirs 3) Bring a camera and take lots of pictures 4) Bring comfortable shoes 5)

Have fun!

What advice do you have for future volunteers?

These trips have impacted me in many ways. I am much more appreciative of the hardships people go through. I

am much more amazed at the resilience of children. I am much more open to the cultural differences of people.

Most of all, I am more inspired to want less and to give more because the people that I worked with (patients and

children) have taught me how to give unconditionally.

How has this experience impacted your future?

Volunteer Story

How to apply - The process22

From the drop down select either Volunteer Abroad, Intern Abroad or Summer programs abroad.

If you are already familiar with the website and are visiting just to apply ignore this step and simply click on the Apply Now button at the

end of the drop down header.

Where it will ask you to create a login and password for your My Account login. Your email id would be treated as the username or user

id. Click on the proceed to next step button. The next step button will take you to a form that you have to fill to pay your application fee

of $225. This application fee will book your seat in the placement until you pay the entire program fee amount. If we fail to provide you

the placement we will refund you the money.

**Points to Heed

**If you are a past volunteer and already have my account user id and password then login to your my account section directly.

**If you are a returning volunteer within a year, then you do not need to pay the application fee again. **If you are a returning volunteer within a year, then you do not need to pay the application fee again.

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When you click on the apply now button, you will get a window like this:

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Fill out the forms marked 2 to 4 and submit application, it will be redirected to your payment gateway, where you can make the payment.

If you make the application fee payment now, your My account login would be activated as soon as we receive the payment. In case of

any glitches if your My account login is not activated, please inform us and we will do it manually.

You will receive a Thank you mail for booking the application or making your my account

login. You will get this email irrespective of full payment made or not.

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This email would be followed by a Welcome mail and a community email with platforms to

help you connect with our past volunteers. If you are using gmail, please check your

promotions folder or spam folder and mark them not spam and shift them to your inbox.

Actively participate in VolSol Facebook page and Groups and also join the social

community made by volunteers, that will help you better prepare for the trip.

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One month prior to your booking you will get your pre departure booklet. The pre-

departure booklet would contain all the details about your project and project location.

While on the project, we will send you an email to check on you, whether you are doing fine or not. You can send your pictures, blogs or

videos or anything related to your ongoing work to us and we will share it with other prospective volunteers.

After the completion of your project, we send you a feedback form, fill this form out and help us improve our services.

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If your placement is confirmed you will get an email from us stating the same, along with

the final payment due amount.

You can pay your program fee from your my account section or from payment page. The

links for the same would be provided in the email. Payment details would be updated on

your my account page.

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Know your coordinator

Jenny(Program Coordinator - Peru)

Jenny is a native of Cusco and has also lived in Arequipa. She has over 9 years of experience dealing

with international volunteers in Peru. Jenny has been working with Volunteering Solutions since 2008

and has hosted many happy volunteers in the beautiful country of Peru. Jenny is one of the reasons

why volunteers keep going back to Peru!


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