This site provides an overview of the The Peduli Anak Volunteer Program: who is involved? what it is about? and the challenges and opportunities involved. For potential volunteers we hope this site will help you decide whether or not the program is right for you.

The Peduli Anak Foundation Volunteer Program provides an opportunity to volunteer in Peduli Anak school or project on Lombok island, Indonesia for short term or long term period while learning about different cultures. It offers the possibility to develop personal and professional skills, to work in a team, and to learn about the challenges and opportunities of development in our interconnected world.

What’s it all about?

Supporting Education in PA school
 

The PAF Volunteer Program is a professional work placement. It is a very demanding, and challenging experience. Volunteers work with their teachers for an average of 40 hours per week; assisting with curricular activities; providing one-to-one support to children; and producing TLMs (Teaching Learning Materials) as well as extra-curricular activities. In addition, volunteers may assist the school and/or foundation with research, IT support, documentation, and curriculum development.

Applying and Sharing of Knowledge & Skills in PAF

The PAF Volunteer Program also accepts volunteers who wish to apply and share their knowledge and skills related to current PA Projects. Depending on their skills and knowledge, volunteers may choose which PA project they wish to assist or even propose a new project relevant to PA general work.

General Requirements

• 20 years or older
• Relevant education degree
• A minimum of two years experience working with children
• A Certificate of Good Behavior from authorized authorities
• References with contact information (min. 2)
• Willing to abide by PAF Protocols and Child Protection Policy
• Willingness to understand and respect the local culture

Fundraising
Each person who accepts a place on the PAF Volunteer Program must commit to raising certain amount of fund (depending on the program) towards their costs. 

Your fund covers…
Accommodation, Meals, Laundry, Coordinators and in-country support, holiday tour (depending on type of program and length of volunteering), and a contribution towards the running costs of the program/foundation

What is not covered?

• Flights
• Insurance
• Visas (Volunteers will need to obtain the required Indonesian visa before departure)
• Vaccinations (Volunteers will need to complete a course of vaccinations and submit a signed completion form from a GP prior to their departure)
• Other Personal expenses

Fundraising can be a challenge; but there will be support available. Furthermore, the skills that Volunteers develop during this process will benefit them throughout their careers; project management, setting & achieving challenging goals, working with a team, event planning and management, communication and marketing skills.