Support cultivation & forestry, take care of animals and assist in tourism in Panama
ORGANIZATION: Proyecto Mosaico e.V.
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The project’s aim is conserving and restoring tropical rainforest in the area of the Mamoni River Valley, through the development and application of sustainable land use systems (organic agriculture, responsible farming and forest management). The project model includes the conservation of tropical rainforest to protect their environmental services, as for example the protection of biodiversity, soil quality, water balance as well as the storage of carbon; while at the same time, restoring degraded land, formerly used in cattle farming and subsistence agriculture, through sustainable reforestation. These activities will help conserving the existing rainforest and extending the conservation area. The activities previously mentioned, will be supported through the provision of ECO-tourism services and the production and sale of organic eco-friendly products to the local and international market.
Tasks:
There are different possible tasks/areas and you can choose between these possibilities to be part of the project (You can also combine tasks from different areas)
Administration:
Take care of the projects’ Marketing activities and develop business plans
Help in the implementation of projects
Support the realization of tourist programs
Do creative graphic and web design work
Agriculture and sustainable soil and forestry management:
Help to further knowledge and develop sustainable agriculture and land use systems
Support the facility maintenance
Take care of the farm animals
Carpenters and construction work:
Contribute your knowledge as a carpenter, electrician, plumber or in the construction and maintenance of facilities
All volunteers are provided with the possibility to carry out or support scientific investigation projects and participate in community programs such as educational programs in the "Las Margaritas" school and/or projects aiming at supporting local farmers and families.
Accommodation, Benefits and Costs:
You will stay in rustic cabins for US$ 120/week. Besides accommodation the price includes vegetarian food (3 meals a day; Monday to Friday), transportation, supervision and materials
ProyectoMosaico organizes your placement in the organization and helps you with the transportation to the project site
For our work and our services we ask a one-time-only fee of 250 € - regardless of the length of your stay
How to apply:
You can find more information on our website http://www.promosaico.org. Follow the link "Volunteering" or contact our volunteer coordinator (info@promosaico.org) with reference to the project number P_P.01
More opportunities with Proyecto Mosaico e.V.
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Proyecto Mosaico e.V.
Location:
Del INTAE 20 metros al lago Casa # 210, Granada, 00000, NI
Mission Statement
Proyecto Mosaico - Unite. Learn. Grow. *Our Vision* We are committed to international understanding, the protection of natural resources, and the promotion of human rights.
Description
Proyecto Mosaico is a German non-profit association based in Berlin/Germany with an office in Granada/Nicaragua. The focus of our work is coordinating international volunteers to organizations and projects in various countries in Central America. In addition to the coordination of volunteers, we are actively engaged in our own projects in the fields of environmental education and water and we increasingly conduct networking activities and capacity building for our local partner organizations.
We partner with local organizations that specialize in the following areas: EDUCATION & SOCIAL WORK, WOMEN, and/or ENVIRONMENT. We support organizations by providing educational, work, and networking activities, individual consulting, and support for project planning and implementation. We also assist in the collection and distribution of cash or in-kind donations.
We see volunteering as one of the best ways to promote communication and understanding between people from different cultures and thus contribute to international understanding. Our approach to volunteering is defined by equal cooperation and mutually beneficial partnerships. As part of our work, we put great value on both sides - organizations and volunteers - benefiting through cooperation. We strive to ensure this mutual benefit by providing robust consulting for our volunteers, keeping close contact with our partner organizations, and offering training and informational events.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Mamoni River ValleyMamoni River Valley, Panama
DATE POSTED
October 30, 2017
SKILLS
- Spanish
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Minimum stay: 2 months
- Nature-loving person, interest in farming (preferable organic), driver´s license desirable