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Our Take the Initiative! Volunteer Program was designed to give you a chance to learn about life in Huaycan and make a difference in a struggling community. If you already donate to the Light and Leadership Initiative, you will see first hand how your donations are helping to change the community of Huaycan. Stay for a few days, weeks or months and meet our participants, both adults and children. You’ll hear their stories of how LLI has given them the opportunity to pursue their education. "LLI is superior to volunteer programs that have international recognition... it was a window to view a grass-root effort that is truly making a difference." Please explore our Volunteer Program below and fill out our volunteer application! |
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Our OpportunitiesVolunteers are extremely important to Light and Leadership. Volunteers are needed in the following areas:
When is the best time to volunteer? LLI's class sessions run as the following: Jan-February: Summer session March-July: Session I August-December: Session II We are looking for long-term volunteers who can stay for entire sessions, beginning the first week of each session. We accept short term volunteers all year round, depending on availability. Ready to sign up? Please fill out our application.
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Accomodation
Living in the community offers so many advantages to our volunteers. As a volunteer, you’ll better understand the challenges our participants face, greatly improve your Spanish and discover Peruvian culture. It also significantly reduces the transportation costs as a volunteer—we are within walking distance to banks, markets, and our participants’ homes! View more pictures of the Volunteer House and the surrounding area (Zone D)! Program FeeOur program fees vary on the time you spend with us. We accept volunteers for one week up to one year! Please see the pricing below. All prices are stated in USD and must be paid before arrival. Don't hesitate to contact us if you are planning on staying longer than 24 weeks. Flat Registration Fee: $200 USD
What is included in the program fee:
What’s not included in the program fee:
Why is there a program fee to volunteer?
Worried about money? Fundraise for your volunteer stay! Light and Leadership can provide you with some guidance. Contact us! Questions? Contact lara@lightandleadership.org or if you are ready to sign up, fill out our volunteer application. |
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Our VolunteersOur volunteers come from a wide range of backgrounds and ages. We welcome anyone who is willing to encourage education, open to learning/speaking Spanish, and is over the age of 18. Please contact us for group volunteer opportunities. "...My experience provided me with friends from all over the world, the opportunity to explore new places, the ability to communicate in a new language, and the amazing feeling that I am making a difference in the lives of others." What is it like as a volunteer?All volunteers live and work together in Huaycan and share a beautiful, bright yellow house as living quarters. Volunteers can work 20-40 hours a week, depending on their responsibilities and engagement in our programs. We give large of amounts of responsibilities to the volunteers who are looking for it. Volunteers enjoy the days off of Wednesday and Thursday to explore Lima or travel around Lima/Peru.
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Why Volunteer With LLI?"I gained the most amazing experience... Huaycan is such a beautiful place. I am lucky to have been able to volunteer with LLI and could not have wished for anything better than what LLI provided." As a volunteer with the Light and Leadership Initiative in Huaycan, you will be welcomed as one of our family. We have in-country and on-site support available to you at all times, including American citizens (Lara DeVries) and the House Manager. Cell phones will also be issued to volunteers staying longer than two weeks. During your volunteer stay, we'll be more than happy to give advice on what to see and do in Lima, Cusco, and Machu Picchu! Why Volunteer in Peru?
Wondering how you can help if you don't speak the language? Don't worry, there are many ways to help! Our biggest Education program is our English language course and we are always looking for volunteer teachers. You may also teach Physical Education, Art or just hang out with the kids while encouraging education! You'll be surprised how much Spanish you are able to pick up, but also, how much of your presence makes a difference to our participants. |
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Long Term Volunteer/Internship Positions:
Please fill out our volunteer application and indicate interest in one or more of our long term opportunities. Please also view our most current listings on idealist.org. Special thanks to VAOPS for supporting our volunteer listings. Visit them at www.vaops.com Special thanks to VolunteerSouthAmerica.net for supporting our volunteer listings. Special thanks to Volunteer Latin America. |
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The volunteer house is located in a developed zone. The house is complete with a kitchen, computer and Internet access, a common room, patio, and balcony. To ensure volunteer safety, a security guard is present from the afternoon until early mornings.
Volunteering in Peru with LLI is an exciting way to help those in need, see more than just the typical tourist spots, learn/practice Spanish, and explore a different culture. Perú offers a delicious cuisine, tastes of traditional Andean culture, an abundance of historic Incan Ruins like the famous Machu Picchu, and the ever changing and complex capital city of Lima. Above all, you'll meet the extremely welcoming and generous people of Perú who will love to share their culture, city and home with you.
Our Current Volunteers
Volunteers living with LLI:
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Donnella de Silva |
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 Hanna Leena Heikkila Finland Arrived January 2012 |
 Kathleen Dengerink San Diego, CA Arrived January 2012 |
 Chelsea Mahan North Carolina Arrived January 2012 |
 Laure Moyat Paris, France Arrived January 2012 |
Camille Andre France Arrived February 2012 |
Lisa Hayes |
Current Commuting Volunteers from Lima:
 Rachel Brinkers Indianapolis, IN Began in September 2011 |
Marjolaine Daly France Began November 2011 Returning Volunteer |
LLI's House Manager:
LLI's house manager commits one year to LLI and runs our daily operations of the Volunteer house, in addition to assisting with LLI's education programs. Interested in applying for this position for July, 2012? Please see our Idealist Posting. |
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Are you a high school or college student?
...Then we've got a way for you to get involved with LLI within your own community! Check out our LLI Ambassador Program and be sure to email us with any questions!
More of what volunteers are saying...
"Experiencing a completely different way of life was wonderful. LLI is awesome in every way."
–Julia Friedman, LLI Volunteer (2010)
"I was truly inspired by my students’ curiosity, dedication to learning, and desire to expand their understanding of the world. Volunteering at Light and Leadership was a truly amazing experience that has given me skills and insight that I will use for the rest of my life."
-Annonymous LLI Volunteer (2010)
"[A] favorite part was the lasting relationships and friendships I've made with so many of the volunteers and our local friends from Lima."
-Gladys Pasapera, LLI Volunteer (2011)
"I met some extraordinary people, both volunteers, the director, employees in the house, children and students in Peru."
–Loréne Mermin, France, LLI Volunteer (2011)
"I think I benefitted the most from the opportunity to experience and intergrate into different cultures (in my case both Peruvian and American). As cheesy as it sounds, being taken out of my comfort zone in both of the above really changed my perspective on certain things I did or was hoping to do back home."
-Edd Elliot, LLI Volunteer 2011
"The real life experience gave me a much better understand of how I'm able to make a difference to improve the lives of the children living in Huaycan."
-Annonymous LLI Volunteer (2010)