Summary:
Join the Animal Care Volunteer Program in Cordoba, Argentina, organized by IVHQ. This program allows you to contribute to the well-being of rescued animals while also providing educational experiences for children from low-income backgrounds. Volunteers work at a farm that serves as an animal refuge and learning center, where local children spend time connecting with animals and participating in activities they wouldn’t otherwise have access to. By joining this program, you can make a positive impact on both animals and the local community.
Sponsor:
IVHQ (International Volunteer HQ)
Location:
Cordoba, Argentina
Fees:
Affordable fees start from $385 for one week. The fees cover accommodation, breakfast and dinner, airport pick-up, orientation, and 24/7 support.
Volunteer Requirements:
- Volunteers must be at least 16 years old (parental consent required for volunteers aged 16-18).
- All volunteers aged 13 and above must provide a criminal background check or two character reference letters.
- Adequate volunteer travel insurance is mandatory.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in caring for a variety of rescued domestic animals, including horses, sheep, goats, rabbits, chickens, and more.
- Engage in activities such as playing, feeding, cleaning, grooming, and maintaining the farm.
- Help with equine therapy sessions, horseback riding, and organizing fundraising events.
- Support the education and well-being of disadvantaged children through interactions with animals.
- Contribute to the maintenance and improvement of the farm’s facilities and grounds.