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Volunteer and Teach in Laos | IVHQ

by: International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

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Volunteers on the Teaching project will be placed within a local village school, teaching local Laotian children from disadvantaged family backgrounds. The students range in age from 6 to 12 years old and teaching will follow the school curriculum. Volunteers can also be placed in a school for deaf and blind students where they teach children with sight and hearing disabilities, across various age...

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Program Highlights

Gain access to our interactive volunteer training to ensure you're well prepared for your program.

Feel confident that you are placed with trustworthy institutions, organizations and families that have been screened by our local teams.

Enjoy epic weekend adventures and make life-long friends.

Choose from a wide range of volunteer programs, from teaching to healthcare and conservation.

Work alongside experienced local staff and dedicated volunteers from around the world.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Vientiane, Laos
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Teaching
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
  • American
  • European
  • Canadian
  • Australian
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Recognitions

Top Rated Provider 2023 - Volunteer AbroadTop Rated Volunteer Abroad Organization 2022Zero CarbonNotable Mention 2021 - Volunteer Abroad

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.54

Total Reviews

6

Generosity and cultural exchange: an invaluable lesson!

by: Clare ManthosProgram: Volunteer and Teach in Laos | IVHQ
10

My highlight moment from the volunteer experience was being at the school and interacting with the teachers and students! They were so happy and excited to talk to us and it was amazing seeing the culture and customs of a Lao classroom compared to an Australian classroom. The Lao people are so generous with everything they have both with their time and belongings. Volunteering in Lao has taught me an invaluable lesson about generosity. My advise to future volunteers is you have nothing to worry ...

The team were the nicest and kindest people I have ever met

by: Lynley FewsterProgram: Volunteer and Teach in Laos | IVHQ
10

Absolutely couldn’t say enough good things about the local team. The team were the nicest and kindest people I have ever met. Not only did they support us with our volunteering program, like organising traditional skirts to wear to school, bikes to ride, etc, they went above and beyond by showing us around Luang Prabang in their own time, including ventures to show us the local culture and sights to see. They welcomed us so beautifully and made us feel very safe and comfortable. Please support t...

Our local team were absolutely amazing

by: Tara FewsterProgram: Volunteer and Teach in Laos | IVHQ
10

Our local team were absolutely amazing and the team along with all the volunteers became a small family. The program's they have on offer are great and suitable to all ages and people, we had a great mix of people from all walks of life volunteering at the same time. The support the team provided throughout our time was wonderful, they organised weekend activities and cultural experiences. The local food was truly incredible, I haven't even been home 24 hours and I'm already missing it. It was l...

Program Details

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Locations

  • Vientiane, Laos

Types and Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Backpacking
  • Camping
  • Eco Tours

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Gap Year Timing:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • All Nationalities
  • American
  • European
  • Canadian

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • In-Country Orientation
  • Cultural Training / Program / Orientation

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Guest House

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Written Application

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