Provide quality childcare to the vulnerable children of Ho Chi Minh.

Improve the future of local children through academic, social, and emotional support.

Provide a basic education to underprivileged children in Vietnam.

Enable intercultural exchange that benefits both children and international volunteers.

Spend your free time exploring the busy Old Market, Đồng Xuân Market, small temples, and other sights in Hanoi.

This program will warm the heart of any international volunteer who loves working with children and helping those in real need. The placement is in the largest city in Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh, a bustling metropolis jam-packed with culture and sights. From street food vendors selling local fare (all travelers must try the delicious ‘pho’) to historic war sights and museums, this city truly is an amazing place to visit.

Despite all these wonderful things, the most vulnerable in society are neglected. As a developing nation, poverty levels in Vietnam are high, and children suffer from a lack of nutrition, poor health, and low levels of education. International volunteers are needed for this project that works with childcare centers. Help provide quality education, shelter, care, and food to children whose parents can't cater to their daily needs. Volunteers assist local caregivers and supply much-needed labor to support these kids and provide the attention they deserve.

Childcare and Development in Vietnam

The Tycoons

This program will warm the heart of any international volunteer who loves working with children and helping those in real need. The placement is in the largest city in Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh, a bustling metropolis jam-packed with culture and sights. From street food vendors selling local fare (all travelers must try the delicious ‘pho’) to historic war sights and museums, this city truly is an amazing place to visit.

Despite all these wonderful things, the most vulnerable in society are neglected. As a developing nation, poverty levels in Vietnam are high, and children suffer from a lack of nutrition, poor health, and low levels of education. International volunteers are needed for this project that works with childcare centers. Help provide quality education, shelter, care, and food to c...

This program will warm the heart of any international volunteer who loves working with children and helping those in real need. The placement is in the largest city in Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh, a bustling metropolis jam-packed with culture and sights. From street food vendors selling local fare (all travelers must try the delicious ‘pho’) to historic war sights and museums, this city truly is an amazi...

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21-25

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31-35

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Dedicated pre-departure support
Access to the LV Dashboard
Airport pick-up on arrival 
Orientation and safety briefing on arrival
Accommodation
Food/Meals
24/7 local support network 
Program supervision
Lifetime LV Alumni Membership
The opportunity to make a REAL difference!

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration

Wifi Costs

Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)

Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)

On-Site / In-Country Staff Support

In-Country Orientation

In-Country Transportation To & From Project

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Some college credit, no degree

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Ho Chi Minh City

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Home-stays

Childcare & Children

Education

English Teaching

Nutrition

Orphans

Teaching

Youth

Youth Development


<p class="p1"><span class="s1"></span></p><div class="awesome-image right-aligned" style="width: 300px;"><img style="" src="http://cdn2.goabroad.com/images/interviews/interviewphoto1-aiyin-1440567505.jpg" alt="







Volunteer at an orphanage in Vietnam"><div class="caption"><p>One of the children I took care of - her name is Coco and she is two years old</p></div></div><h3><span style="line-height: 24px;">Why did you decide to volunteer abroad?&nbsp;</span></h3><p></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">I've always been interested in serving people in my daily life. I wanted to gain experience doing so out of the country, and at the same time learn about their culture. I was also interested to meet international volunteers and exchange views on our traveling experiences.</span></p>
<h3><span class="s1">Why did you choose Love Volunteers&rsquo; program in Vietnam?</span></h3>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">I take care of adults in my profession, hence the reason to go out of my comfort zone and do something different. As I went through the organization list, I found Love Volunteers and decided to join the working with children in Ho Chi Minh City program.</span></p>
<h3><span class="s1">What was your favorite part about Vietnam?</span></h3>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Vietnam is well known as the second largest coffee exporter; as a coffee lover, it is one of the countries I wanted to visit to explore their coffees. It is also famous for its historical locations. I have been to the Cu Chi Tunnel and the War Remnant Museum, and I have no other words but amazing to describe how Vietnamese people have lived through the days during the war, and they had such a strong determination and teamwork.</span></p><div class="awesome-image left-aligned" style="width: 300px;"><img style="" src="http://cdn1.goabroad.com/images/interviews/interviewphoto2-aiyin-1440567538.jpg" alt="







Volunteer with orphanage staff and children in Vietnam"><div class="caption"><p>With the orphanage staff and children</p></div></div>
<h3><span class="s1">What made your program experience unique?</span></h3>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">I was posted to the Ky Quang Pagoda Orphanage in District Go Vap to help out with the care of disabled children. I learned from the local team that most of the children suffer as a result of the Vietnamese war that can still be seen until today (i.e hydrocephalus children). Seventy percent of the orphans are disabled, either physically or mentally, therefore they need extra care which they wouldn't have without the help of volunteers.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">When I first saw the children, I felt nervous, whether I could perform well enough to take care of them. As a nurse who worked with adults previously, it was my first time working with disabled children. Most of the time spent there we would walk them or push their trolleys around, do some drawings, and play games with them. When it was meal time, I helped to feed them as well. I took quite some time to learn how to tackle their eating habit, and once I got it the daily routines became more and more enjoyable. These activities might seem very simple to some people; however, without us volunteers there would have been a huge difference in the children's development.</span></p>
<h3><span class="s1">How did local staff support you throughout your program?&nbsp;</span></h3>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">	</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">They are always open to any inquiries and got back to us as soon as possible.</span></p><div class="awesome-image right-aligned" style="width: 300px;"><img style="" src="http://cdn3.goabroad.com/images/interviews/interviewphoto3-aiyin-1440567581.jpg" alt="







Volunteer with young boy in Vietnam"><div class="caption"><p>Chinh, 13 years old - his gentle smile always made my day</p></div></div>
<h3><span class="s1">What's one thing you wish you would have done differently?&nbsp;</span></h3>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">I wish I could have volunteered longer. I enjoyed every minute of it!</span></p>
<h3><span class="s1">Describe a day in the life of your program.&nbsp;</span></h3>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">I woke up at 6:00 a.m., got myself ready, and took breakfast. I left at 7:00 a.m. for the bus and reached the orphanage at 8:15 a.m. Once I reached the orphanage, the children were ready to be walked. The staff, fellow volunteers, and I took our turns to walk them around in the Pagoda. Besides walking, we would also sit with the other children and do some coloring or play simple games with them until almost 10:00 a.m., when we got them ready in their seats and their bibs for the meal time.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Feeding would usually take half an hour and when it was done, we would clean them up and they took their nap until 2:00 p.m. The nap time was also my lunch break, so I was back to 2:00 p.m. The cycle of activities repeated until 4:00 p.m., when it was meal time, and after I would clean up everything. I left work at approximately 5:00 p.m. Then I returned to the Peace House, took my dinner, and exchanged stories with my roommates on our day at our respective programs. I went to bed at 10:00 p.m.</span></p><div class="awesome-image left-aligned" style="width: 300px;"><img style="" src="http://cdn3.goabroad.com/images/interviews/interviewphoto4-aiyin-1440567607.jpg" alt="







A five-year-old orphan smiling in Vietnam"><div class="caption"><p>Hanh Nguyen, 5 years old - look at her beautiful smile!</p></div></div>
<h3><span class="s1">What did you enjoy doing on your free time?</span></h3>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Coffee hunting! On weekends, I went to District 1 to explore the local attractions, such as the Fine Arts Gallery, War Remnant Museum, the Independent Palace, Central Post Office, and the Notre Dame. In between I would go for coffees in which I have found some interesting cafes, such as the Urban Station Coffee, ID Cafe, SHE cafe, M2C Cafe, and L'usine Cafe. I love drinking coffee after a long day out in a comfortable and cozy environment.</span></p>
<h3><span class="s1">What type of accommodation did you have? What did you like best about it?</span></h3>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">I lived in an apartment where volunteers lived together. I liked the idea of them calling it Peace House. It is where we would gather and exchange views on our past travel experiences and make friends, and I still stayed in touch even after our respective programs ended and we're back home.</span></p>
<h3><span class="s1">Now that you're home, how has volunteering abroad impacted your life?</span></h3>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">It gave me the sense of living in simplicity. It taught me not to expect much when giving out to others, and never expect anything in return. I'm back feeling contented and accomplished that all I have gave out during my volunteer program gave me priceless memories and happiness in return. I hope I have made a change, even if it's a small one, in the children's lives. I also hope to be able to continue giving out to the others who are in need in the future.</span></p>


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