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Volunteer in Nepal
Volunteering to work with children in a developing country can challenging, but an extremely rewarding and life changing experience as it was for the founders of Sunrise Children’s Association Inc (SCAI). Nepal is a country which is different from Australia in many ways. The culture, the traditions, the beliefs and the warmth of the Nepalese people open your eyes to so many things and make for an unforgettable experience.
At Sunrise Orphanage we have 79 beautiful children who bring so much joy to those around them. Watching the transformation of the children from when they arrive at Sunrise and their ongoing development is just incredible and something that volunteers can be a part of. You don’t need to have special skills to volunteer at Sunrise. Sometimes the best thing for the children is having someone who will just play with them, listen to them and help them with their homework. These simple things can become precious lifetime memories. Their songs, dances, games, positive attitude, laughter and smiles on their faces at bedtime will no doubt bring you immense joy.
Some things you can do as a volunteer are:
- General help e.g. spending time talking to, reading with, playing with and helping the children with their homeworkl
- Use your specialist skills: e.g. teach, share medical knowledge, conduct music, dancing, handicraft, sewing, computing lessons
- A green thumb or someone handy with a hammer is always useful for jobs around the home
- Staff help e.g. cleaning, cooking, maintenance work
- Teach at the local school where the Sunrise children attend
Volunteering opportunities are available from a minimum of three weeks, to a maximum of 12 week placements. See below links for more information.
Sunrise Volunteer Program 2010If you have read the above links and wish to apply to volunteer at Sunrise, please fill in the application form below and send to Sarah Thom at 6/84 Westbury St, St Kilda East, Vic 3183.
Volunteer Application Form 2010
Volunteer in Australia
There is always lots of work to be done here in Australia too! We would love you to get involved and help us with organisational and promotional work. Please contact emma@scai.org.au if you are interested in volunteering in Australia.
