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Volunteer in the Philippines

The Philippines has been described as South East Asia's best kept secret.  Consisting of 7,107 some islands - some of them Robinson Crusoe sized - the Philippines boast some wonderful sites.  There are the Rice Terraces in the north, the popular tropical island of Boracay, and the majestic Chocolate Hills.

Despite its beauty, the Philippines still has many problems.  Most Filipinos are denied basic human such an education, adequate health-care and meaningful employment.

By becoming a Meaningful Volunteer, you get the chance to have a real and meaningful impact on the lives of Filipinos.

 

Meaningful Volunteer Programs in The Philippines

RYE School

Our RYE Schools (Recycle Your Education) are a radical volunteer experience. 

You can meet our students, check out their grades and see the lesson plans all before you even arrive on site.

Children who attend our schools pay in the form of garbage!  100 aluminum cans, or five bags of garbage from the beach -for example - are good enough for one terms worth of fees.


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Project Lifecycle

Make a stand for Women's rights!

Project Lifecycle makes use of Lifecycle Necklaces - a 100% natural method of birth control that is 95% effective if used correctly

You'll have the opportunity to work with and empower local women, coordinate the marketing of the necklaces and assist in training.


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Meaningful Shop

Come volunteer with the Meaningful Shop!

By volunteering with this program you'll have to chance to work at the grassroot level with local ladies.

You'll be able to: Introduce new craft ideas to the group, help the ladies market their crafts, and experience the culture of the Philippines.


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Project Mangrove

Come and get dirty for the environment!

Check out our online project plan, interactive map of the target area and a technical summary of all the mangrove species on the island.

Project Mangrove aims to replenish the depleted mud-dwelling mangrove population around the Romblon Islands.


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School Building

Pick up a hammer and help build a difference!

Our School Building and Maintenance programs empowers you to have a tangible effect on developing communities.  Our placement area was recently devastated by Typhoon Frank and you'll have the opportunity to help rebuild the infrastructure.

You'll can also help with the building of our first RYE School.


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