From coffee to tango, Argentina conjures images as diverse as the people who inhabit this vast region. Argentina is a complex country, made up of 24 provinces in South America. Buenos Aires, its cultural capital, is largely characterized by both the prevalence of people with European descent and conscious imitation of European styles in architecture. The gauchos and their traditional country lifestyle of self-reliance also influence in the country greatly, as do the traditions of the indigenous peoples (like yerba mate infusions), which have been absorbed into the general culture. As a volunteer here, expect no end to opportunities for outdoor adventure (think Andes Mountains), nightlife, and cultural history.
United Planet is the US and Canadian partner of the International Cultural Youth Exchange, or ICYE. As a volunteer in Argentina, you will be hosted by Subir al Sur, ICYE’s Argentinean partner organization. Their program promotes education for peace and intercultural understanding.
United Planet also offers mid-term (4 weeks to 16 weeks) volunteer programs in Argentina. Learn more about all of our volunteer programs in Latin and South America.
Volunteers will work with youth at community center focused on supporting the lives of young people. These organizations provide a space for young people to meet, engage in recreation, and form intercultural relationships. While there volunteers provide after school support including, tutoring, social intervention, and organizing events.
Volunteers assist with the administration duties of local (usually non-profit) institutions. Help promote the organization through social gatherings, cultural activities, or through other communication platforms. Volunteers may be directly assisting executives, working with the ICYE affiliate, or leading a department.
Promote sustainable living by volunteering to produce vegetables and practice composting. You will educate the community on these techniques and stimulate awareness for the need of sustainable farming.
Go dancing in one of the many clubs, see a tango show, or visit a nearby coffee shop to refuel your energy.
There are many landmarks to see in Mendoza, including the Terraza Mirador, the Plaza Independencia, or the Memorial de la Bandera de Los Andes.
Go on a kayaking tour to see more of this breathtaking National Park. The park is very well preserved and is open to tourists.
This church, as well as the Catedral de los Santos Pedro y Cecelia, are cultural attractions that are absolutely breathtaking.
United Planet Quests are designed to be immersive, authentic, comprehensive and provide you everything you’ll need to succeed. The program elements allow you to engage fully with a new culture, forge strong relationships, and challenge yourself. Most importantly, we partner with the community to ensure your experience will be important, relevant and helpful to the community you serve.
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1st Installment (Deposit) |
2nd Installment (4 months in advance) |
3rd Installment (3 months in advance) |
Final Installment (2 months in advance) |
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Ongoing | 6 months | $10,155 | $300 | $1,000 | $4,427.50 | $4,427.50 |
1-year | $15,765 | $300 | $1,000 | $7,232.50 | $7,232.50 |
We want you to succeed. That means having in place the support our volunteers need. We don't just drop you in country and hope for the best. We provide training before you leave … language exposure … 24/7 in-country support … support for your host family … accommodations, meals and airport transportation … activities and excursions. The whole idea is to make the experience successful and productive for you and the host community, and we have found that these things are crucial. Remember that we are a non-profit, mission-driven organization – we wouldn’t spend money on something that wasn’t important.
United Planet is an international non-profit organization with a mission to create a global community, one relationship at a time. We connect people who want to make a difference in communities across the world through overseas volunteer travel programs, global virtual internships & volunteering, and project-based virtual exchange programs. With opportunities in more than 40 countries, you will learn, teach, work, engage and immerse yourself in a culture outside your comfort zone. For many, volunteering abroad is the most fulfilling experience of their lives!
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