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There is a growing trend from all walks of life and all ages from students to retires coming to Ecuador who have made prior inquiries and research with their own countries organizations before departing. The volunteers of Ecuador have all reported that their help and work skills are a kind of exchange for learning the rich cultural ins and outs of the country in comparison to sight seers as well as coming to know local communities from all aspects. It is essential that at least basic Spanish levels are acquired before coming to Ecuador for comprehension and learning further from the local cultures volunteers often work with. In addition volunteers must pay for their travel and in most cases something for the rustic accommodations offered. For examples of job opportunities available do contact South American Explorers . Volunteers also offer their services at various eco-lodges and with good backgrounds in field biology can advance their careers significantly as well as improving their intercommunication skills. Global Volunteer Network .- Volunteer in one of six different research stations throughout Ecuador. Experience Ecuador's unique ecosystems from the Amazonian rainforest and high altitude cloud forest, to the Galapagos islands and coastal mangrove forests. Volunteers may become involved in research, education, station maintenance, plant conservation, community development, and sustainable agriculture. Visit our website for more information and an application form. Ceiba Foundation for Tropical Conservation .- (CFTC) , A non-profit organization working in Ecuador to protect some of Ecuador's most pristine habitats. Volunteers are welcome to assist at " El Pahuma Orchid Reserve ", located one hour west of Quito and at a new dry forest site near Pedernales (on the Pacific coast). Ceiba foundation offers many opportunities for those interested in contributing or participating in the conservation projects and study sites operated by CFTC. By becoming a volunteer with CFTC you will be given the opportunity to participate in tropical conservation, community education, nature reserve management and scientific research. Recent volunteers have contributed to biological inventories, botanical garden development, rural environmental education and many other projects. For application instructions, available positions, volunteer guidelines and conditions. CENIT .- Centro de la Niña Trabajadora (Center for the Working Girl) CENIT, is dedicated to helping working and street children and their families with a special focus on girls and women. Our non-profit, non-governmental organization works with our local community and international volunteers to empower individuals to improve their quality of life and to serve as agents of change in our society. We have a daycare center, a primary school, a drop-in tutoring center, a vocational high school, a street outreach program, an adult education program and a weekly medical service. We also offer assistance to volunteers seeking housing and spanish classes during their stay in Quito. Address: Calle Huacho 150 y Jose Peralta, El Camal - Quito. Tel: (593) 2 265-4260 . E-mail: contact@cenitecuador.org . Fundación Natura .- Fundación Natura works hard on environmental awareness and education issues and is based south of Quito. Pasochoa is set in plush, warm Andean forest where volunteers will work on reforestation programs, for further information contact Fundación Natura. Av. República 481 and Almagro, Quito. Tel. 2503367. Fundación Jatun Sacha .- You may participate in Napo's Amazon region on a biological reserve, Bilsa reserve in the hills of Quinindé or at Guandera higher up in the Carchi province. Centro de Hospederia La Tola/Los Niños Migrantes.- Another option and placement is with children. This Centro de Hospedería has an overnight facility for homeless and orphaned children as well as being an educational center, which gives tuition in different professions. Volunteers should be available for at least 4 weeks. For further information contact Padre Baschirotto. Address: Valparaiso 887 and Don Bosco, Quito. Tel. 2581312, Fax: 2223426. Fundación Maquipicuna .- Fundación Maquipicuna also offers conservation of biodiversity, a natural resources program and also work on reforestation, trail building, environmental education and in addition do organic gardening close to Quito for further information contact Bert Witteveen. Address: Baquerizo Moreno E9-153 and Tamayo, Quito, Tel. 2507200, Fax: 2507201.
Fundación Cabo San Francisco La FCSF met l'accent sur le développement durable du pays et la défense de l'environnement et la nature, c'est pourquoi elle a signé le code d'éthique du comité équatorien pour la défense de la nature et de l'environnement (CEDENMA). Volunteer in Ciclopaseos Foundation Golondrinas The Golondrinas Foundation in the western spurs of the Andes, is one of the most successful grassroots conservation projects in Ecuadorian history and winner of the prestigous Rolex Award for service to humanity. The project has found a recipe for success, reversing the appalling trend toward deforestation in northern Ecuador by involving local farmers and townspeople as well as foreign specialists and volunteers in a well-organized reforestation effort. The project's goal is to conserve a unique forest ecosystem, while improving the standard of living for the people of the region, through the introduction of sustainable agricultural techniques. Volunteers work on various aspects of the reforestation effort while enjoying the beauty of the region and conviviality of the Golondrinas team. Another way to help the reforestation effort is to buy virgin forest land in the area and then entrusting this land to the care of the Golondrinas Foundation. Contact the foundation for details. Volunteeringecuador.org
The homepage of a community project which offers exciting trips to the rainforests of Northwest Ecuador and is working with volunteers to increase the opportunities for local people.
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