Our community enrichment programs participate in a number of projects that enhance quality of life in a developing community; from cleaning up a river or a neighborhood, constructing or refurbishing schools, clinics, community centers or residences, to planting trees, flowers and vegetable gardens! Volunteers to expand their worldview by experiencing the language, art, cuisine, and customs of another culture.
Important: : You must coordinate with our staff to enter Colombia with a “Permiso de Permanencia PIP 6 STAMP” on your passport. If you are already in Colombia as a Tourist, you will have to change your stay status into that of a 'volunteer.' MHF staff can help you through this process.
Opportunities to train and share with Colombian first responders in the fields of medicine, and firefighting will offer an unforgettable and valuable experience for anyone who has worked in the field. Much logistical planning is required for this opportunity so it especially important to follow-through on participation commitment -- a background check may be conducted to verify the participants experience, in addition to a video interview by the volunteer site’s staff may be requested.
This childcare center hold a critical role for the community as well as for these families. Every Friday to Monday approximaely 35-50 childen are dropped-off by their Mothers. The children are fed, clothed, and educated away from their Mother's working environments.
Educators who have a passion for instilling their love for reading in youth are welcome to volunteer at Minga House. We need you! Would you like to help? You can spend days, weeks, a whole GAP year with us! ​ This center has up to 100 girls ages 11-17 who have either emporarily or permenently lost their families. They are great need of love, compassion, positivity, and tools for their future.
Don Ramiro is a working 66-yr old nurse who cares for up to 14 other elderly who otherwise would not have a home of their own. The region's hospital calls on Don Ramiro to take-in any terminally ill patient or elderly who does not have any family to claim them. While is relentless spirit of service and boundless resourcefulness to care for his 'children' as he calls them, is astounding. But you are welcome to lend a hand.
​This volunteering & internship experience is rich hands-on opportunity! You will be able to participate in 2 settings.
You will have the opportunity to shadow 5 veterinarians as they conduct diagnosis & care, a vast range of surgeries, post-surgery recovery care, vaccinations, and control procedures. You will also learn all laboratory blood-based testing procedures.
MIGRATORY BIRD LAKE HABITAT - CONSERVATION ASSISTANT - Learn more about tropical ecology, bird biology & conservation! Gain hands-on experience and practical research skills! Participate in campaigns on a variety of environmental issues; to assist in the provision of a comprehensive Environmental Health Service which will focus on the local environment through a combination of advice and education. Colombia has 1886 bird species; most in the world! The lake is home to many migratory birds!
Historically sports have played a pivotal role in breaking down cultural barriers and transforming societies worldwide. Sports change lives, affect politics, fuel economies, and shape cultures. Our Sports Without Borders program unites young athletes and underprivileged children in order to promote teamwork, encourage athletic achievement, and inspire positive social change in the areas of education, health, and wellness. This program offers athletes and sports enthusiasts a unique opportunity to teach skills while experiencing another culture.
Pre-health students will receive intensive training on taking vitals, basic triage and sorting medications. In the clinical setting you will be able to participate only under the supervision of a local licensed professional. You will be allowed to take vitals, conduct patient intake, observe the examination, diagnosis and treatment of community patients as well as help to distribute medications. Students and professional are welcome to participate.
engaging in a housing project, the beautification of a public park, and salvaging a playground recently damaged by floods.