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All of our STVC’s are concerned with helping rural communities in Thailand, wether through teaching, environmental protection, or building and renovations. Experience the real Thailand and feel how rewarding volunteer work is!
Our available Short Term Voluntary Camps are: |
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Project Dates and Locations
| NAME | LOCATION | DATES | TYPE | VOLS | AGE |
| SONGKSCHOOL 1 | Hat Yai | 10/01-25/01 | TEACH | 8 | 18+ |
| CHIANGRAI 1 | Chiang Rai | 10/01-25/01 | SOCI | 10 | 18+ |
| AKHA 1 | Chiang Rai | 17/01-01/02 | CULT/RENO | 10 | 18+ |
| UBON 1 | Ubon Ratchatani | 31/01-15/02 | SOCI/TEACH | 10 | 18+ |
| PHATTAKID 1 | Phattalung | 07/02-22/02 | TEACH/KIDS | 8 | 18+ |
| SINGBURI 1 | Singburi | 14/02-01/03 | CONS/CULT | 10 | 18+ |
| AKHA 2 | Chiang Rai | 07/03-22/03 | CULT/RENO | 10 | 18+ |
| UBON 2 | Ubon Ratchatani | 04/04-19/04 | CULT/TEACH | 10 | 18+ |
| AKHA 3 | Chiang Rai | 04/04-19/04 | CULT/RENO | 10 | 18+ |
| SINGBURI 2 | Singburi | 02/05-17/05 | CONS/CULT | 15 | 18+ |
| SONGKSCHOOL 2 | Hat Yai | 23/05-07/06 | TEACH | 10 | 18+ |
| PHATTAKID 2 | Phattalung | 06/06-21/06 | TEACH/KIDS | 15 | 18+ |
| NONGHI 1 | Roi Et | 13/06-28/06 | TEACH/SOCI | 10 | 18+ |
Please find more detailed information for each of these programs below. |
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For All Short Term Voluntary Camps:
Length: 2 weeks
Lead Time: 3 months
Application Requirements:
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18 years old and over
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Complete application form
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Payment of Fees:
- Application Fee: 18,000 Thai Baht
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- Program Fee: 6500 Thai Baht
The Akha Project
| Background | The Akhas are part of the Golden Triangle hill-tribe cultures. Like in the neighbouring countries where they also live, they face great difficulties to be recognised in Thailand. Our partner organisation in Thailand contributes since 1981 to the defence of their rights, youth empowerment, elders support and cultural preservation and study. The volunteers will learn about the Akha culture and problematic situation and contribute to projects and the daily life in the Akha villages. |
| Work | The main objective of the project is cultural exchange between the Volunteers and the local villagers but the participants of the project will also practically work in the communities doing several kinds of support and development works, like renovation of some communitarian spaces or field works and farming with the villagers. The exact nature of the work will depend of the needs of the village at the moment of the project. |
| Study theme | The volunteers will learn about our partner’s campaigns and discover the Akha culture, lifestyle, particularities and problematic situation in Thailand from the inside and from Akha people themselves. An introduction to Akha and Thai language is foreseen. |
| Leisure Time | The free time will be organised according to the weather and the actuality of the communities but in general it will be essentially spent in the community. The volunteers will have the chance to learn about Akha cuisine, massage and specific handicraft. They might have the opportunity to attend traditional Akha ceremonies and events (like the principal Harvest celebration in March). If the weather permits it, trekking in the Hills can be also foreseen. Sleeping bags required.In April New years Eve, according to the Thai Buddhist calendar will take place during the workcamp. The volunteers will have the great chance to attend the ceremonies and festivities in the village with the local population. The rest of the free time will be organised by the volunteers with the support of the camp-leader. |
| Accommodation | The Volunteers will be hosted by the villagers themselves in the communities where they will work. The conditions will be the same as for the Akhas themselves: very basic even compared to urban Thailand but very authentic. Do not expect occidental luxuries in any cases. Sleeping bags required. |
| Location | The camp will be held in the Chiang Rai region (North-west Thailand) and the surrounding mountains all the way to the Golden Triangle borders, maybe one of the most beautiful locations in Thailand! The influence of the hill tribes and nearby Burma, Laos and China shapes the culture here. |
| Terminal | Bus and national Plane: Chiang Rai. |
| Special Requirement |
No special Profile is required for this project. Nature lovers, ethnology fans and human rights activists will be particularly interested in this project. Volunteers thinking of participating in this project should be very adaptable. |
The Ubon Ratachatani Project
| Background | The Akhas are part of the Golden Triangle hill-tribe cultures. Like in the neighbouring countries where they also live, they face great difficulties to be recognised in Thailand. Our partner organisation in Thailand contributes since 1981 to the defence of their rights, youth empowerment, elders support and cultural preservation and study. The volunteers will learn about the Akha culture and problematic situation and contribute to projects and the daily life in the Akha villages. |
| Work | The main objective of the project is cultural exchange between the Volunteers and the local villagers but the participants of the project will also practically work in the communities doing several kinds of support and development works, like renovation of some communitarian spaces or field works and farming with the villagers. The exact nature of the work will depend of the needs of the village at the moment of the project. |
| Study theme | The volunteers will learn about our partner’s campaigns and discover the Akha culture, lifestyle, particularities and problematic situation in Thailand from the inside and from Akha people themselves. An introduction to Akha and Thai language is foreseen. |
| Leisure Time | The free time will be organised according to the weather and the actuality of the communities but in general it will be essentially spent in the community. The volunteers will have the chance to learn about Akha cuisine, massage and specific handicraft. They might have the opportunity to attend traditional Akha ceremonies and events (like the principal Harvest celebration in March). If the weather permits it, trekking in the Hills can be also foreseen. Sleeping bags required.In April New years Eve, according to the Thai Buddhist calendar will take place during the workcamp. The volunteers will have the great chance to attend the ceremonies and festivities in the village with the local population. The rest of the free time will be organised by the volunteers with the support of the camp-leader. |
| Accommodation | The Volunteers will be hosted by the villagers themselves in the communities where they will work. The conditions will be the same as for the Akhas themselves: very basic even compared to urban Thailand but very authentic. Do not expect occidental luxuries in any cases. Sleeping bags required. |
| Location | The camp will be held in the Chiang Rai region (North-west Thailand) and the surrounding mountains all the way to the Golden Triangle borders, maybe one of the most beautiful locations in Thailand! The influence of the hill tribes and nearby Burma, Laos and China shapes the culture here. |
| Terminal | Bus and national Plane: Chiang Rai. |
| Special Requirement |
No special Profile is required for this project. Nature lovers, ethnology fans and human rights activists will be particularly interested in this project. Volunteers thinking of participating in this project should be very adaptable. |
Program Fee*:
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Application Fee: 18,000 Thai Baht
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Program Fee: 6500 Thai Baht
The Roi Et Project
| Background | The Nong Hi district and the Duk Ueng sub-district are partners in the framework of the projects taking place in the Roi-Et province. As all the other areas in the Isan region. Roi-Et is one of the provinces in the North East is known between Thais as Isan. The region faces major environmental, economical and social problems; due to the high percentage of sand present in the soil and the shortage of water, agriculture is limited to some traditional crops and does not reach the same results as in other Thai regions (main crops are: rice, peanuts and vegetables). |
| Work | The volunteers will do English workshops, games and educational activities in English with the kids of several primary schools in the surroundings of the base, using non-formal education techniques. The volunteer will also occasionally help villagers in their tasks. |
| Study theme | The volunteers will learn about the culture of rural Thailand in general and the traditions and specifics of the Isan region. Thai language lessons will also be given to the volunteers. |
| Leisure Time | Leisure time will be organised by the volunteers with the support of the camp-leader. The closest city is far but accessible. The region isn’t very tourist attractive as such but the nature is of extraordinary beauty: rice fields, small temples and natural parks can be found all over the region. |
| Accommodation | The Volunteers will stay in a house in the school area and have access to the same basic conditions as any villager. Cooking and cleaning will be done by the volunteers. Sleeping bags required. Shower are without hot water. Hand washing your clothes will also be a necessity. |
| Location | The Duk Ueng sub-district area is about 15 km far from Nong Hi , 28 km far from Panomprai city and 98 km of Roi–Et city, in the Isan region, North east of Thailand. |
| Terminal | Bus: Panomprai, train and national airport: Ubon Ratchatani |
| Special Requirement |
The volunteers mostly need to be motivated to discover the Thai culture and to present the one of their country of origin. |
Program Fee*:
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Application Fee: 18,000 Thai Baht
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Program Fee: 6500 Thai Baht
The Chiang Rai Project
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| Work | Cultural exchange is the main work of the project. The volunteers will discover the Northern culture and traditions, visiting villagers, farmers and local artisans, helping them in their tasks. The volunteers can also hold English teaching workshops for the children of several district villages. The exact nature of the work will depend on the needs of the village at the moment of the project. |
| Study theme | The volunteers will learn about the culture of rural Thailand in general and the traditions and specifics of the Northern region. Thai language lessons will also be given to the volunteers. |
| Leisure Time | Leisure time will be organised by the volunteers with the support of the camp-leader. The closest city is far but accessible. The region isn’t very tourist attractive as such but the nature is of extraordinary beauty: rice fields, temples and natural parks can be found all over the region. |
| Accommodation | The volunteers will be hosted by the villagers themselves in the communities where they will work. Volunteers should bring their own sleeping bag. |
| Location | The camp will be held in the Chiang Rai region (Central Thailand). |
| Terminal | Bus and national Plane: Chiang Rai. |
| Special Requirement |
No special Profile is required for this project. Nature lovers, ethnology fans and human rights activists will be particularly interested by this project. Volunteers thinking of participating in this project should be very adaptable. |
Program Fee*:
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Application Fee: 18,000 Thai Baht
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Program Fee: 6500 Thai Baht
The Singburi Project
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| Work | The main objective of the project is cultural exchange between the Volunteers and the local villagers but the participants of the project will also practically work in the communities doing several kinds of support and development works, like construction of the villagers’ houses or school etc. The exact nature of the work will depend of the needs of the village at the moment of the project. |
| Study theme | The volunteers will learn about the culture of rural Thailand in general and the traditions and specifics of the Central region. Thai language lessons will also be given to the volunteers. |
| Leisure Time | Leisure time will be organised by the volunteers with the support of the camp-leader. The closest city is far but accessible. The region isn’t very tourist attractive as such but the nature is of extraordinary beauty: rice fields, temples and natural parks can be found all over the region. |
| Accommodation | The volunteers will be hosted by the villagers themselves in the communities where they will work. Volunteers should bring their own sleeping bag. |
| Location | The camp will be held in the Singburi region (Central Thailand). |
| Terminal | Bus and national airport: Bangkok. |
| Special Requirement |
No special Profile is required for this project but having experience in construction work will be appreciated. Nature lovers and ethnologists will particularly enjoy the project. Volunteers thinking of participating in this project should be very adaptable. |
Program Fee*:
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Application Fee: 18,000 Thai Baht
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Program Fee: 6500 Thai Baht
The Phattalung Project
| Background | The Phattalung projects are part of our Thai partner’s campaign and efforts to stimulate rural development with the support of International Voluntary Service. We believe that the impact of the international volunteers in rural community is an important stimulus to open minds and reduce prejudices. We work a lot with rural school to transmit these values to the children. |
| Work | The volunteers will give English language lessons to the children of the primary and secondary school of the Banphud village, close to Phattalung city. They also might organise handicraft and artistic workshops in the after-school times to the kids and teenagers of the community. |
| Study theme | The volunteers will be introduced to Non formal Education principals and intercultural group dynamic during the work camp. |
| Leisure Time | Leisure time will be organised by the volunteers with the support of the camp-leader. The region is full of nice places to visit during free times. |
| Accommodation | The volunteers will stay in a houses built by our Thai partners to host the volunteers. Very basic conditions, rural Thai standards. Self cooking and cleaning. Sleeping bags required. |
| Location | Banphud village is about 40 km from Phattalung city, itself being at about 1150 km south from Bangkok and about 150 km north of Hat Yai city. The surrounding nature is especially beautiful. |
| Terminal | Bus and train terminal: Phattalung. National airport: Hat Yai. International airport: Phuket |
| Special Requirement |
An appropriate level of English language and the will to teach it to kids is obviously necessary. |
Program Fee*:
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Application Fee: 18,000 Thai Baht
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Program Fee: 6500 Thai Baht
The Songhkla Project
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| Work | The volunteers will do English workshops, games and educative activities in English with the kids of several primary schools in the surroundings of the base, using non formal education techniques. |
| Study theme | The volunteers will be introduced to non-formal education techniques, intercultural learning and group dynamics, generally, and how it is specifically practiced in Thai schools. |
| Leisure Time | Leisure time will be organised by the volunteers with the support of the camp-leader. The base lies in a very peaceful and nice piece of nature, where the volunteers will be able to relax after the activities. The city of Hat Yai can be reached by public means in about half an hour and the coastal Songkla city and its Samila beach can be reached in about an hour and half. |
| Accommodation | In the main base of the organisation. Basic but sufficient conditions. No alcohol and vegetarian food only. Sleeping bags required. |
| Location | The city of Hat Yai, third biggest of the country, is in the very south of Thailand, about 1300 km south of Bangkok, 420 south of Phuket and 535 km north of Kuala Lumpur. |
| Terminal | Train, bus and national airport: Hat Yai. International airport: Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok or Phuket. |
| Special Requirement |
An appropriate level of English language and the will to teach it to kids is obviously necessary. |
Program Fee*:
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Application Fee: 18,000 Thai Baht
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Program Fee: 6500 Thai Baht
*Please note that payments in different currencies will be charged in Australian dollars according to the exchange rate of the day. You can check the accurate conversion rates at the time of payment at www.xe.com/ucc. Please also note that an international transfer fee of AUD$35 will apply.
Mid- and Long Term Volunteering
Program Description:
- Volunteers are required to work at least 6 hours a day, 5 days a week and to contribute to daily chores.
- Holidays will be organized according to the Thai calendar and volunteers will be able to have a longer break after each two months of service. Any longer break should be discussed and arranged with the coordinator.
- When at the base volunteers will only cook and receive vegetarian meals; they will not be allowed to consume or stock alcohol and smoking should be limited to restricted areas (especially when students are present).
- The living conditions are simple and Thai style: there is no hot water, washing machine or telephone in the house, and volunteers sleep together on the second floor. If volunteers have special needs, those should be communicated to the office when applying. We will try to accommodate those needs when possible.
You may choose from three available projects in Denrat Village:
Denrat Village -Denrat Village - Education and Teaching
Location:
Denrat, Roiet Province, North East of Thailand - Denrat is a small village in rural Thailand. The closest urban area is 10 km away.
Aims of the Project
- To promote non formal education and learning
- To teach foreign languages to the students
- To stimulate intercultural learning
Project Activities
- Formal and non-formal English Teaching
- Entertainment activities for children and students
- Education
Volunteer Requirements
- Intermediate level of English
- Interest in education and cultural diversity
- Motivated to spend a consequent amount of time with children
- Reliable and responsible
- Able/willing to live in a collective setting
- Ready to adapt to simple living conditions
Volunteer Tasks
- To organise and hold English lessons
- To contribute to the organisation of non formal work shops at the base
- To organise games and entertaining activities for children
- To contribute to the overall project
Accommodation
Accommodation is provided in a collective setting. The Volunteer will share his/her room and the other facilities with other volunteers and the MLTV coordinator/s. Facilities are simple and Thai style (no hot water, no internet, no telephone, no washing machine). Volunteers manage the daily chores (including cooking).
Length: 2,3,4,5 or 6 months (start the first Monday of each month)
Lead Time: 3 months
Application Requirements
- 18 years old and over
- Complete application form
Fees*
- Program Fee: 20,000 Thai Bath for the first two months; 10,000 Thai Bath for the third month; 5,000 Thai Bath for any additional month.
- Application Fee: 18,000 Thai Baht
Denrat Village -Denrat Village - Social, Children and Youth
Location:
Denrat, Roiet Province, North East of Thailand - Denrat is a small village in rural Thailand. The closest urban area is 10 km away.
Aims of the Project
- To support the families in taking care of the children
- To provide non formal education solutions
- To provide entertainment to the children/youth
- To stimulate intercultural learning
Project Activities
- Youth club
- Entertainment activities
- Sport activities and tournaments
- Non formal education work shops
- General assistance to children after school hours
Volunteer Requirements
- Intermediate level of English
- Interest in education, sport and cultural diversity
- Practice and/or knowledge of sport activities
- Motivated to spend a consequent amount of time with children
- Reliable and responsible
- Able/willing to live in a collective setting
- Ready to adapt to simple living conditions
Volunteer Tasks
- To organise, promote and manage activities in the framework of a Youth Club
- To organise, promote and manage sport activities and tournaments
- To support the development and the management of a library
- To organise games and entertaining activities for children
- To contribute to the overall project
Accommodation
Accommodation is provided in a collective setting. The Volunteer will share his/her room and the other facilities with other volunteers and the MLTV coordinator/s. Facilities are simple and Thai style (no hot water, no internet, no telephone, no washing machine). Volunteers manage the daily chores (including cooking).
Length: 2,3,4,5 or 6 months (start the first Monday of each month)
Lead Time: 3 months
Application Requirements
- 18 years old and over
- Complete application form
Fees*
- Program Fee: 20,000 Thai Bath for the first two months; 10,000 Thai Bath for the third month; 5,000 Thai Bath for any additional month.
- Application Fee: 18,000 Thai Baht
Denrat Village - Environmentalism and Agriculture
Location:
Denrat, Roiet Province, North East of Thailand - Denrat is a small village in rural Thailand. The closest urban area is 10 km away.
Aims of the Project
- to promote sustainable development
- to promote and develop organic farming
- to provide environmental education in a non formal setting
Project Activities
- set up of recycling systems/treatment of the garbage
- tree nursery and tree planting
- organic agriculture (farming and promotion of best practices)
- general environmental education
Volunteer Requirements
- Intermediate level of English
- Interest in environment, agriculture and education
- Ready for physical demanding work
- Motivated to develop education activities with children (in cooperation with other volunteers)
- Reliable and responsible
- Able/willing to live in a collective setting
- Ready to adapt to simple living conditions
Volunteer Tasks
- To support the development and the implementation of environmental education for children and adults
- To contribute to the creation and management of the recycling system/garbage treatment system
- To contribute to the development of organic vegetable gardens in the temples, the house and the village
- To contribute to the production and promotion of organic fertilizers
- To plant trees and clean the forest
- To contribute to campaigning activities
- To contribute to the overall project
Accommodation
Accommodation is provided in a collective setting. The Volunteer will share his/her room and the other facilities with other volunteers and the MLTV coordinator/s. Facilities are simple and Thai style (no hot water, no internet, no telephone, no washing machine). Volunteers manage the daily chores (including cooking).
Length: 2,3,4,5 or 6 months (start the first Monday of each month)
Lead Time: 3 months
Application Requirements
- 18 years old and over
- Complete application form
Fees*
- Program Fee: 20,000 Thai Bath for the first two months; 10,000 Thai Bath for the third month; 5,000 Thai Bath for any additional month.
- Application Fee: 18,000 Thai Baht
