Animal
Welfare Volunteer Project in Ecuador
Wild animals are illegally captured from
their natural habitat in different parts of Ecuador and sold
to collectors. Most of these animals have been neglected and
in any case they often get seriously injured since they are
tremendously abused by people or are kept as pets. The aim
of this project is to collaborate in the animal welfare with
some animal rescue centres, animal sanctuaries and zoos throughout
Ecuador which hosts a huge variety of animals, some of them
victims of unhealthy and illegal situations, some others with
birth defects or simply animals that have been born within
the centres. The purpose of the centres is to take care of
the animals.
The centre provides the animals with shelter
and wherever possible, the animals are reintroduced into the
wild. However, many of the animals come to the centres with
permanent disabilities and as a result there are many animals
at the centres that cannot be returned to the wild.
This project focuses on all aspects of animal
welfare and it is ideal for anyone interested in animal volunteer
work abroad. There are many opportunities to volunteer and
feel part of a group dedicated to creating a more humane world
for animals. Volunteers will work to improve the lives of
animals at the centres with the intention, where possible,
of successfully re-introducing them to the wild.
Volunteer Responsibilities
Volunteer jobs with animal welfare centers
or zoos can vary depending on the place and placement. However,
while you are at the centers, you will mainly be involved
in the day-to-day care of the huge diversity of animals at
the centre. You will help and be involved in task such as:
feed and care for the animals, as well as cleaning and repairing
living areas and helping to improve facilities to create a
more natural environment for the animals. This involves teaching
the animals how to eat, fend for themselves and other natural
behaviours whilst monitoring their progress along the path
to being re-introduced to the wild.
Skills/Qualifications
This project is an ideal opportunity for
animal-loving volunteers. Everyone can help and make a real
difference in the lives of animals. There are no specific
qualifications required. However, basic knowledge of Spanish
and good physical shape/health are highly recommend.
Project Location
Our project is located in Quito, Ibarra,
Cuenca, etc.
Accommodation and Meals
During the stay in the program, volunteers
will live with a carefully screened host family which will
provide with a single, clean, modest, comfortable and safe
room as well as local meals three times a day. No lunch on
Sundays.
Dates, Duration and Application Deadline
The project runs all year-round for 4-12
weeks in length and start every Monday so volunteer should
arrive 1 or 2 days early. Volunteers choose their own start
dates. Applications are accepted up to 2 weeks prior to departure
or start date.
Pick-up/Meeting
Volunteer will be met outside the airport
terminal by an ELEP representative holding a placard with
your name on it. Please provide us your flight information
up to 2 weeks prior departing from your home-country so that
a punctual pick-up/meeting can be arranged.
Price
Application Fee: $ 100
Volunteer Program Cost: 430 for 2 weeks in the mainland. Every
extra week is $ 105 ranging up to $ 1560 for 12 weeks.
What's Included
- Meeting you at Quito Airport
- Transfer to your accommodation
- Full pre-departure support
- Local in-country support
- Orientation
- Accommodation ?Food
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