A myriad of social issues and other factors can impact the welfare of children and their families.
Learn how organizations support and advocate for vulnerable members of their community by providing social services, education, and necessities.
Common Projects and Responsibilities
- Assist and/or shadow a social worker
- Help children and teens with reading and homework
- Conduct surveys and research within the community
- Raise community awareness and support through social media campaigns
- Coordinate workshops and educational campaigns
- Help organizations promote social integration and inclusion within the community
- Create a positive environment through social and recreational activities
- Teach after-school classes and workshops in English, art, music, and health
- Fundraise through event organization and grant writing
Host Organization Examples
- Center for Children with Disabilities
- Children’s Rehabilitation Institute
- Family Support Center for People with Autism
- Family Center for Victims of Abuse
- Youth Community Exchange Centers
- Youth Development Center
- Youth Foundation and Play Center
- Youth Service Center
Visit the following location pages to read more about these partner organizations and others!
- Valparaíso & Viña del Mar, Chile
- San José, Costa Rica
- Galway, Ireland
- Cusco, Peru
- Lima, Peru
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Granada, Spain
- Salamanca, Spain
