Women’s Empowerment Internship in Cape Town
by: GVI
While in Cape Town, you will join forces with a team of international participants working towards addressing gender equity. You will assist with breaking the cycle of intergenerational poverty, by ensuring women in township and rural communities have access to equal education, public health and opportunities, through the creation of income generating initiatives. A prominent request from the c...
While in Cape Town, you will join forces with a team of international participants working towards addressing gender equity. You will assist with breaking the cycle of intergenerational poverty, by ensuring women in township and rural communities have access to equal education, public health and opportunities, through the creation of income generating initiatives. A prominent request from the community in the past, has been for volunteer to assist with the need for basic computer skills education, coupled with sewing classes, which is why you will help to coordinate these while participating on this particular program.
Program Highlights
Experience the South African way of life in a township
Gain invaluable, international work experience related to your field of studies
Apply your theoretical training to make a difference in the lives of local entrepreneurs
Be sure to check out the local sights in and around Cape Town, including the Stellenbosch winelands, Table Mountain, Cape Point or Robben Island
There is further travelling opportunities before or after your internship; check out the Garden Route or get cheap domestic flights to Kruger National park from Cape Town
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Quick Details
- Cape Town, South Africa
- 1 Year
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
- Short Term
- Spring
- Sustainable Development
- Women's Studies
- All Nationalities
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Incredibly inspiring!
by: John - United StatesProgram: Women’s Empowerment Internship in Cape TownI gained so many professional and personal skills from this program. The entrepreneurs were incredibly inspiring and each person was a wealth of knowledge. GVI was incredibly supportive and I was able to get a clear picture of South Africa, and contribute to my entrepreneur's mission.
I had an incredible experience with GVI!
by: ArtProgram: Women’s Empowerment Internship in Cape TownI had an incredible experience with GVI! The overall theme of ethical service really resonated with me, and I appreciated that the work we did was requested by the specific community we worked with to ensure that it was relevant to the community’s needs.
Amazing program!
by: Songyeon - United StatesProgram: Women’s Empowerment Internship in Cape TownGVI is definitely an amazing program that you should participate in, so that you can grow both professionally and personally. This was my first time experiencing a new culture and I learned so much through it. GVI provided all the right resources and support for me to have an amazing experience.
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Locations
- Cape Town, South Africa
Types and Subjects
- Fields
- Sustainable Development
- Women's Studies
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1 Year
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Required Equipment
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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